Discrimination Aid
Tools, training, and reporting resources to help you respond to discrimination at any level — on the court, in the workplace, or in your community.
AAPITA stands firmly against discrimination and harassment in tennis and beyond. The resources below offer guidance, training, and reporting tools to help you take action when you encounter it. If you need direct support, reach out to us anytime.
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Federal resources provide foundational guidance on discrimination law, your rights as an employee or program participant, and the formal channels for reporting discrimination. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) maintains a comprehensive outreach and education toolkit, and USA.gov provides a clear overview of job discrimination and harassment protections.
EEOC Federal Sector Outreach and Education Toolkit
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Each major tennis organization in the U.S. has published a public commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Knowing where each organization stands and what they've publicly promised can be useful when you're reporting an incident, holding leadership accountable, or simply finding the right partner for an initiative.
USTA Diversity and Inclusion
USOPC Equity and Diversity
USPTA Diversity and Inclusion
PTR Diversity and Inclusion
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If you've experienced or witnessed discrimination, harassment, or misconduct within USTA programs or events, the resources below provide formal channels for reporting and review. The USTA maintains a grievance policy, a whistleblower hotline, and downloadable forms for filing complaints.
USTA National League Grievance Policy
USTA Whistleblower Hotline
USTA National Grievance Form
USTA National Bylaws and Forms
Take action
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Education is one of the most powerful tools for building inclusive communities. The courses below are all available for free or low cost through LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, and other major platforms, and they cover everything from unconscious bias to managing diverse teams.
LinkedIn Learning: Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
LinkedIn Learning: Unconscious Bias
LinkedIn Learning: Managing Diverse Teams
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If you're looking for more in-depth education, several major universities offer DEI-focused programs through Coursera, all of which provide structured curricula and certificates of completion. These are excellent resources for coaches, board members, and organizational leaders.
University of Pennsylvania: Culture-Driven Team Building
University of Virginia: Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work
University of Pittsburgh: Gender, Sexuality, and Diversity & Inclusion
If you've experienced discrimination in the tennis community and need guidance, AAPITA is here to help you navigate next steps. Reach out and a member of our team will respond. Contact AAPITA at admin@aapita.org