EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIOn
EVERYONE BELONGS IN OUR VILLAGE
At Twentytwoeight Sports Academy Inc. (TSA), we believe basketball should be a place where every athlete feels safe, respected, valued and supported.
TSA is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible basketball environment for our athletes, coaches, staff, volunteers and families.
OUR EDI COMMITMENT
TSA is committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to participate, develop and belong.
We are committed to:
Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
Treating athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and families with dignity and respect.
Providing opportunities without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Standing against racism, discrimination, harassment, bullying and exclusion.
Identifying and reducing barriers that may prevent youth and families from participating in basketball.
Supporting equitable access to programs and opportunities.
Promoting diversity and inclusion throughout our teams, programs and leadership.
Continuing to learn, improve and strengthen our practices to create a positive basketball environment for everyone.
OUR pLEDGE
TSA commits to the Canada Basketball Member Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Pledge.
We pledge to provide an accessible, inclusive and welcoming basketball environment for all. We will work to ensure everyone feels safe and that they belong, firmly stand against racism, discrimination and harassment, and continue to promote equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility throughout our organization.
At TSA, basketball is more than the game. It is about community, opportunity, development and belonging.
Everyone belongs in our Village.
EDI & SAFE SPORT RESOURCES
TSA’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion aligns with the principles and
policies establishedby Canada Basketball and Ontario Basketball.