Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement from USA Swimming
We are committed to growing and celebrating diversity, increasing fairness throughout our organization, and intentionally creating environments where differences are embraced and everyone feels welcome, respected, supported, and valued to fully participate. USA Swimming is committed to a culture of inclusion and opportunity. We strive to create equity by providing resources specific to the needs of our members. In the context of swimming, diversity is the invitation to our sport, inclusion is making sure our sport is welcoming, and equity is ensuring all members have what they need to be successful. Diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to achieving the mission of USA Swimming and is an important and necessary step to achieving our four end goals, the “Ends:"
- Achievement of sustained competitive success at the Olympic Games
- Members have resources to sustain successful athletes, coaches, and clubs
- Support public engagement for growth in swimming participation and interest
- USA Swimming recognized as Best in Class
As the National Governing Body of the sport of swimming, we are steadfast in our commitment to identify and lead in reducing barriers, to create and creating opportunities for inclusion, and to increase fairness throughout our sport. We strive to have the demographics of our country be reflected in our membership.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement from Midwestern Swimming
DEI Informational Resources for Midwestern Swimming Community
Midwestern Swimming Registration Page
USA Swimming Cultural Inclusion Resource Guides
Disability Language Style Guide
General Principles for Reducing Bias
Spanish Language Phrases for Coaches
Best Practices for Safe Sport with Athletes with Disabilities
USA Swimming LGBTQ Resource Guide
Recommended Practices for Gender Diverse Minor Athletes
Steps to Request Change of Competition Category
Mental Health Resource for Parents and Caregivers
Outreach Athlete membership is available to qualified athletes in accordance with USA Swimming guidelines. The purpose is to make year-round membership available to athletes who might otherwise not be able to afford the standard athlete membership fee. If the athlete participates in a reduced or free school lunch program or receives Medicaid benefits, and can provide documentation to their club registrar, the USA Swimming athlete membership becomes $5.00. Documentation is as simple as a one-page form on the school’s letterhead indicating that the athlete member is on a free or reduced lunch program. A separate link is available for Outreach athletes from their club registrar.
- For more information and how to get involved, please contact Midwestern Swimming Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Chairperson, Carol Olson, via the Contact Us link.
- Thank you!