SJSU ISSSSC Sport Conversations for Change: Representation Matters: Race, Equity, and Inclusion in Athletics and Education
The Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change (ISSSSC) is dedicated to “research, analysis and education at the intersection of sport and society.” This sport conversation series will discuss the current state of athletes and the groups and organizations that support them locally and globally. Join ISSSSC Executive Director, Dr. Akilah Carter-Francique, for thoughtful discussion and resources.
Representation Matters: Race, Equity, and Inclusion in Athletics and Education
This Sport Conversation will address issues of Race, Equity, and Inclusion in Athletics and Education. In March 2020, after the public killing of George Floyd and the deaths and culminating aftermath of Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery the significance of Black Lives Matter would be elevated again – this time with the attention of the world. Sport and athletic competition was and remains a subject of debate; simultaneously, the Black athletes performance, lives, and health would take center stage. Scholars, administrators, and consultants will discuss the implications of athletes and sport, and the role of race, equity, and inclusion in organizational composition and program delivery.
Panelists
Dr. Deniese Dortch–Visiting Assistant Professor, The George Washington University.
Jamall Kinard–Executive Director – Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance and Trainer – Racial Equity Institute, Head Coach & Founder of Conscious Leadership.
Dr. Walt Jacobs–Dean of College of Social Sciences, San José State University and ISSSSC Faculty Advisory Board Member.
Dr. John Singer–Associate Professor in Sport Management and Associate Dean of Diversity and Inclusion, TAMU and ISSSSC Faculty Affiliate