Diversity & Inclusion
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We understand that this issue is much bigger than the game of soccer and we want to make no mistake in letting you know Black Lives Matter. As an association, we stand with our black community. It is our duty to provide the knowledge that can help all people, coaches, and beyond, become better allies to fight for justice.

Seattle Youth Soccer is committed to fostering diversity by offering a welcoming and supportive environment for all our members, leadership, and other constituents. It’s important that we provide a learning and working environment that takes responsibility and advocates for equality every single day.

NOW is the time to listen, learn & support!

Our Inclusion policy

To clarify the Bylaws membership of the Federation is open to all soccer organizations and all soccer players, coaches, trainers, managers, administrators and officials without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or national origin. (B) For the purposes of registration on gender-based amateur teams, a player may register with the gender team with which the player identifies, and confirmation sufficient for guaranteeing access shall be satisfied by documentation or evidence that shows the stated gender is sincerely held, and part of a person’s core identity. Documentation satisfying the herein stated standard includes, but is not limited to, government-issued documentation or documentation prepared by a healthcare provider, counselor, or other qualified professional not related to the player. (C) This policy shall not apply to the Federation’s National Teams programs, but application of this or a similar policy shall be re-evaluated at such time as FIFA addresses the issue (D) This policy shall not apply to Professional Leagues.

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