This project will examine the effects that inclusion of women and girls and people with disabilities in sports have in academic and civic life. Participants will consider strategies for inclusion and empowerment of diverse youth, particularly girls and youth with disabilities through sport; and learn the best practices for positive engagement of women and girls and people with disabilities in sport. Meetings with accessibility-driven organizations will demonstrate the different levels of sport that exist in the U.S. (school-based, community based, recreation leagues, semi-pro, professional) and how they contribute to healthy communities.

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