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Chapter
13. Promoting Healthy, Nonviolent Attitudes and Behaviors Through Sports:
Resources
Athletes Helping Athletes, Inc. Athletes Helping Athletes is a nonprofit organization that trains high school athletes in motivational speaking and group work dynamics. The purpose of such an effort is to mobilize these student athletes within their school districts and communities to address self-esteem, substance abuse, violence prevention, and academic success issues that young people face. Approximately 1,400 students in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and parts of Canada enter the program each year, attending periodic training sessions conducted at Adelphi University by professional and high-profile athletes. National Association for Girls and Women
in Sport The National Association for Girls and Women in Sport (NAGWS) promotes equal funding, quality, and respect for women's sports programs. NAGWS coordinates leadership conferences, mentoring and coaching enhancement programs, and the annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day. National Collegiate Athletic Association National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) members include institutions, conferences, organizations, and individuals who work together to maintain intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the educational program and the athlete as an integral part of the student body. NCAA works to promote female athletes and keep athletic programs available for all students. Education and outreach efforts include life skills, diversity, and leadership programs; scholarships and internships; a sports library; and a biweekly newspaper available online. National Coalition Against Violent Athletes The National Coalition Against Violent Athletes (NCAVA) educates the public on issues related to athletes and violent behavior and promotes positive athlete development through education, support, and accountability. The Web site includes statistics related to the violence committed by and against athletes, articles and other information resources, and information on prevention programs and NCAVA efforts. Mentors in Violence Prevention Program The Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Program is a violence prevention and outreach program that enlists high school, collegiate, and professional athletes in efforts to prevent violence against women. MVP participants develop leadership skills and learn to mentor and educate youth on these issues. Tucker Center for Research on Girls &
Women in Sport The Tucker Center for Research on Girls & Women in Sport leads research, mentoring, and public education efforts that focus on how sports and physical activity affect the lives of women and girls. The center produces a biannual newsletter (available online at the Web site) that discusses research projects, community outreach programs, and related news. Women's Sports Foundation The Women's Sports Foundation promotes female participation in sports and fitness activities and educates the public on gender equity in sport. The Web site offers online information about issues and research, education and leadership programs, careers and scholarships, and women's sports events. Back to Chapter 13
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