We are excited to kick off WNBA All-Star Weekend with two important Representation Matters conversations in Phoenix this Friday, July 19th. Thank you to our incredible roster of panelists! Morgan Cato, Melissa Mallari, Lexie Brown, Dena Head, Jacquelyn Dahl, Dr. Chanda Reynolds, Shaun Mayo, MBA, SPHR, Amilyn Pierce (Davidson), Scarlen Martínez, M. Ed. and Diahann Billings-Burford
RISE
Spectator Sports
Creating a nation unified through sports committed to racial equity and social justice.
About us
RISE is a national nonprofit that educates and empowers the sports community to eliminate racial discrimination, champion social justice and improve race relations. Through partnerships and programs, we inspire leaders in sports to create positive change on matters of race and equality. RISE provides: Leadership programming for student-athletes, coaches and administrators at every level to equip them with the knowledge and skills to stand up against racism and advance the conversation around race relations. Opportunities for athletes to amplify their voice and make a difference as effective advocates to stand up against racism and promote social change. Events for fans in conjunction with college and pro sports games and public awareness campaigns encouraging the public to join with professional athletes and community leaders in taking a pledge to stand against racism.
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http://www.RISEtoWIN.org
External link for RISE
- Industry
- Spectator Sports
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
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423 W 55th St
New York, 10019, US
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1680 Michigan Ave
Detroit, Michigan 48216, US
Employees at RISE
Updates
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We are excited about Representation Matters this Friday, July 19, looking forward to hearing from our amazing partners.
CHRO @ Arizona Cardinals Football Club | Culture Architect | Community Builder | Leadership Coach | Ex-Walmart | Ex-Amazon
Join me at the RISE Representation Matters event on July 19th during WNBA All-Star where we will discuss how to support diverse sports executives in the workplace. RSVP directly with Scarlen at [email protected]
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Setting sail toward a more inclusive future! Last week, we spent the day in Newport, RI with Sail Newport staff to discuss the importance of understanding our identities and conflict resolution as they prepare for a great summer coaching and teaching young sailors. Thank you to all our participants for joining the wave and being so committed to building a welcoming and respectful sailing community!
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RISE is looking forward to our CEO Diahann Billings-Burford talking at SailGP Champions for Change, supported by Apex Group this Friday at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix. Champions for Change is SailGP's thought leadership network, uniting global changemakers, to drive positive change for a Better Sport and Better Planet. #SailGP #RaceForTheFuture
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If you are interested in sports and civic engagement in general and voting specifically, I think you'll love this conversation tomorrow. Its free. Join the conversation! https://lnkd.in/eQhQqa9D
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Tune in tomorrow, Tuesday, June 18th at 12:30pm as our CEO, Diahann Billings-Burford, Kevin Clayton and Natalie Tran talk about "Leveraging the Power of Sports to Educate and Register Voters." moderated by RISE Board Member, Scott Pioli as part of Sports Business Journal All In series. Attendees will hear how leagues, teams, organizations and athletes inspire civic engagement as well as best practices for implementing similar programs at the micro and macro levels. Click here to join: https://lnkd.in/efK2B_sk
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There is no single Caribbean American identity. The range of cultures, languages, and religions alive across the United States and the islands reflects the diversity of spirit that defines the American story. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month at https://lnkd.in/ejvhEFN
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Want to see change in your community? Start with your voice! RISE to Vote offers valuable sessions to understand the impact of your vote. Your choice counts - let's make it together. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gmX4AnUz 🗳️💪
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