Sports Inclusivity Training For Everyone
You Can Play's approach to engaging education provides materials from LGBTQ+ 101 to advanced concepts for all participants, and guides individuals to discover the spectrum of tolerance, to acceptance, to allyship, and to advocacy. Our custom offerings help ensure awareness in the athletics space so LGBTQ+ athletes have the ability to play as their authentic self.
Our programs cover topics such as
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navigating terminology
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combatting homophobia
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creating inclusive spaces
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active listening
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deep-dives into how to support players
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inclusive leadership
...and much more!
Programs for Every Audience
After You Can Play Training
96%
of learners said they learned a new inclusion tactic they could implement the same day
94%
said they felt better prepared to have conversations with friends and family about LGBTQ+
terms and topics
92%
said they felt equipped to intervene if they saw bigoted behavior or displays of homophobia
Education Services
We provide all our programs in a variety of formats, so everyone can access our materials.
Online Courses
Explore our education programs, learn at your own pace, earn badges and certificates.
Resources
Review our wide collection of resources to increase your inclusion efforts and optimize your team discussions.
Live Events
We work with partners to run live and in-person workshops. Fill out the form below to learn more.
Education Programs
Allyship 101
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LGBTQIA+ terminology and identities
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Language and verbiage basics
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Intersectionality, intent, and impact
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Cultivating tolerance & allyship
Allyship 101 addresses LGBTQIA+ 101, terminology and identities, intersectionality, impactful decision making, and helps participants gain allyship skills in practice to build inclusive spaces in the Athletics sector.
Role Inclusivity
Role-specific inclusivity is a specialized training that addresses the sphere of influence in creating inclusivity that pertains to one's role:
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Athletes
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Coaches
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Referees
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Parents
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Office staff
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Understanding role-specific influence
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Creating a safe and respectful environment
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A deep dive in supporting peers
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Active listening and effective communication strategies
Sport Inclusivity
Sports-specific inclusivity is a specialized training that helps unpack the cultural influences that have created exclusive practices in hockey, basketball, baseball, soccer, football, whitewater, golf, tennis, and more! Learn how to increase your inclusivity efforts as it relates to your field.
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Creating inclusive sports culture
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Barriers and challenges to inclusivity initiatives in specific sports
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Support systems for players, coaches, and fans
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Addressing homophobia and transphobia in different sports spaces
Micro-Courses
Sports-specific inclusivity is a specialized training that helps unpack the cultural influences that have created exclusive practices in hockey, basketball, baseball, soccer, football, whitewater, golf, tennis, and more! Learn how to increase your inclusivity efforts as it relates to your field.
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Acceptance 101 (Basics)
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Guide to Coming Out
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ERG Leaders Guide
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Post-Situational Course
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