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Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion

North Country Region statement, commitment, and resources for diversity and inclusion.

Non Discrimation

Articles of Incorporation
Article IV
This corporation shall not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
 

North Country Region USA Volleyball recognizes and celebrates the unique opportunities that a sport like volleyball provides in uniting disparate groups to a common goal. The Region embraces the essential value of unity that is so important for individual, team, and organizational success, as well as the vital educational value of diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas.
 
North Country Region USA Volleyball strives to create a diverse, inclusive community in which all members feel safe, respected and valued—regardless of any aspect of one's identity, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, ability or age.

Therefore, it is imperative that North Country Region USA Volleyball is committed to a sustained effort to increase participation from historically underrepresented groups. This effort is integral to the Region’s mission. To this end, the Region challenges attitudes and behaviors that are hurtful or disrespectful. North Country Region will strive to become a model of success by creating an environment in which multicultural diversity, inclusion, and mutual engagement are central values and hallmarks of excellence. North Country Region staff and board of directors will continually review and revise current programming as well as have diversity and inclusion as a necessary consideration in all strategic planning.

ARTICLES, PUBLICATIONS & RECORDINGS
7 Ways Coaches Can Create an Inclusive Environment - CLICK HERE
Beyond the Field Series - CLICK HERE
Coaching Diversity is an Issue in All Sports - CLICK HERE
Experience White Privilege in Sport - CLICK HERE
The Growing Impact of Diversity in Professional Sports - CLICK HERE 
How to Diversify Sport and Create an Inclusive Environment - CLICK HERE
Playing While White - CLICK HERE 
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Definitions - CLICK HERE
Stop Bullying Video Series - CLICK HERE

WEBSITE RESOURCES
Athlete Ally - CLICK HERE
Bridging Differences Playlist-PathSports - CLICK HERE
Futures Without Violence - CLICK HERE
Hazing Prevention - CLICK HERE
LGBTQ SportSafe - CLICK HERE
Institute to Promote Athlete Health & Wellness - CLICK HERE
National SEED Project - CLICK HERE
North American Gay Volleyball Association - CLICK HERE 
RAINN: National Sexual Assault Hotline - CLICK HERE
Raliance: Ending Sexual Violence in One Generation - CLICK HERE