SafeSport Seeks Athlete Members for Board of Directors and Athlete Advisory Team

The U.S. Center for SafeSport (the Center) has announced that it is seeking new athlete members to apply to join the Board of Directors and SafeSport Athlete Advisory Team (SAAT).

The Board of Directors for the U.S. Center for SafeSport comprises independent members who provide a wealth of relevant experience to support the Center in achieving its mission. The Board includes experts in abuse prevention and ethics compliance, nonprofit and business leaders, sports executives, and elite athletes. Board members advise the Center on core business functions, long-term sustainability, strategic planning, and regularly evaluate the Center’s performance through its outcomes and metrics. The board also approves the annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions, ensuring all legal and fiduciary requirements are met. There are currently two open seats for three-year terms starting in 2025.

To learn more about the role and how to apply, visit the Center’s Board webpage.

The SAAT includes 14 adult athletes who serve as independent, non-employee advisors to the Center, utilizing their unique perspectives to ensure athlete voices are included and elevated throughout the Center’s work. There are currently five open seats for two-year terms of service starting in January 2025.

The SAAT supports the Center’s work to make athlete well-being the centerpiece of the nation’s sports culture through abuse prevention and accountability. SAAT members play an important advisory role, and do not have governance or fiduciary obligations. The SAAT has advised on important topics like the National Culture & Climate Survey, Response & Resolution process improvements, athlete communication and trauma-sensitivity, and athlete engagement.

To learn more, visit the SAAT webpage, which includes additional information about the role and how to apply.