ODAC SAAC Spring Meeting NATIONAL SAAC UPDATE

 Audrey Hester  National SAAC rep for ODAC and MAC  S-A rep to the D3 Management Council    (804) CONTACT INFORMATION

 Social media presence…furthering the identity initiative  CoSIDA…get SAAC and the SID together  360 Proof (D3 and NASPA)  Make National SAAC more visible and accessible  Ideas?  What can be do for you?  You Can Play Project/ Athlete Ally  Division III philosophy of equality and inclusion   IDENTITY

 Nonprofit organization focused on ending homophobia and transphobia in sports by educating allies in the athletic community and empowering them to take a stand.  We recruit Ambassadors in youth, collegiate, professional and international sports, who work to foster “allyship” in their athletic environments.  Athlete Ally also provides public awareness campaigns, educational programming and tools and resources to foster inclusive sports communities. ATHLETE ALLY

 You Can Play is dedicated to ensuring equality, respect and safety for all athletes, without regard to sexual orientation. You Can Play works to guarantee that athletes are given a fair opportunity to compete, judged by other athletes and fans alike, only by what they contribute to the sport or their team’s success. You Can Play seeks to challenge the culture of locker rooms and spectator areas by focusing only on an athlete’s skills, work ethic and competitive spirit.  Videos YOU CAN PLAY PROJECT

 The partnership that began in 2011 has grown into something very special and it’s time to take it to the next level!  Remember to report your activity   Unified Sports  Specific focus of the ESPN partnership   Inter-school events  Ideas? SPECIAL OLYMPICS

 April 7-13th marks the celebration of National Division III week! This week represents an opportunity for all individuals associated with Division III to observe and celebrate the impact of athletics and of student-athletes on the campus and surrounding community  Events on campus  Ways to get involved DIVISION III WEEK

 Organized executive board  Chair, Vice Chair  Attend Convention  Conference Calls  Meeting Retreat MAC SAAC STRUCTURE

 Fall 2013 FARA meeting  Steps to Support Student-Athletes Panel  Communication skills  Missed class time  Class scheduling DISCUSSION WITH FARs