What
A series of weekly, educational discussions led by AUDL personnel. Each session will last 45-60 minutes and will be held once per week. AUDL personnel have been trained by RISE staff to lead the 6-week curriculum which will focus on a new topic every week.
When
- Central Group: Mondays at 7:30-8:30pm EDT (beginning June 7th). Led by Pawel Janas, Charlie Furse, Jason Vallee, Kevin Pettit-Scantling.
- West Group A: Mondays at 9pm-10pm EDT (beginning June 7th). Led by Monica Johnson, Munis Thahir, Rafael Castro, and Jackson Stearns.
- Atlantic Group: Tuesdays at 8pm-9pm EDT (beginning June 8th). Led by Ken Porter, Ben Katz, Matt Smith, Devin Furness.
- West Group B: Thursdays at 10pm-11pm EDT (beginning June 10th). Led by Ryan Purcell, Xtehn Titcomb Frame, Jonathan and Kaela Helton
| Date | Time | Presenting Group |
| Monday, June 7 | 7:30-8:30 PM/ET | Central |
| Monday, June 7 | 9:00-10:00 PM/ET | West A |
| Tuesday, June 8 | 8:00-9:00 PM/ET | Atlantic |
| Thursday, June 10 | 10:00-11:00 PM/ET | West B |
Note: All times in eastern time, adjust accordingly.
Why
To raise our level of knowledge and understanding around the issues of race, diversity and inclusion across all our teams. Creating future leaders with the skills they need to lead effectively.
How
Zoom discussions. Participants will have four schedule options per topic.
Extra Benefits
For those who attend all six sessions we will issue a Certificate of Completion: RISE & LEAD, Leadership Training. A useful credential in today's marketplace! However, participants are still encouraged to register even if they are not able to make all the discussion dates.
Who is RISE
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The AUDL is partnering with RISE to support our Aii (AUDL inclusion initiative) work. Their vision is to create a nation unified through sports committed to racial equity and social justice. Check out their (great) website here.
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We strongly recommend taking a look at this helpful glossary of terms from the RISE site
Volunteer List
- Ryan Purcell, Austin Sol
- Ken Porter, Charlotte Express (Retired)
- Charlie Furse, Chicago Union
- Jason Vallee, Chicago Union
- Pawel Janas, Chicago Union
- Devin Furness, DC Breeze
- Kevin Pettit-Scantling, Madison Radicals
- Ben Katz, New York Empire
- Jonathan "Goose" Helton, San Diego Growlers
- Kaela Helton, San Diego Growlers
- Jackson Stearns, San Jose Spiders
- Munis Thahir, San Jose Spiders
- Rafael Castro, San Jose Spiders
- Monica Johnson, Seattle Cascades
- Xtehn Titcomb Frame, Seattle Cascades
NOTE: These discussions are to be attended only by AUDL players and staff.
