Clint Smith x U.S. Soccer
Exploring the Intersection of Culture, Community, and Soccer
Tuesday, November 12th
7PM ET
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The Office of Inclusion and Engagement at U.S. Soccer is thrilled to invite you to an enriching evening with Clint Smith, as he speaks on the pivotal role of diversity, culture, education and coaching in our soccer ecosystem.
This event is designed for key members in our soccer landscape who want to foster an inclusive, diverse and enriching soccer experience for everyone.
Speakers
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Clint Smith
Guest speaker
Clint Smith is a staff writer at The Atlantic. He is the author of the narrative nonfiction book, How the Word Is Passed, and the poetry collections, Counting Descent and Above Ground.
See some of Clint's work here.
· Clint Smith of ‘The Atlantic’ on ‘What we ask of Black American athletes’
· Radio Atlantic: For Love of the Game
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Turan Mullins
Vice President for Inclusion and Engagement at U.S. Soccer
Dr. Turan Mullins assists in the development of the organization’s strategy for diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a focus on fostering a culture of belonging, he brings extensive expertise in developing initiatives that drive impactful change across all levels of the organization.
Dr. Mullins holds a B.A. in Corporate Communications from Southeast Missouri State University, as well as an M.A. in Strategic Communication and an Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership from Maryville University. His leadership combines strategic insight with a deep commitment to enhancing inclusivity within the soccer community and beyond.
Agenda
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Delivered by Turan Mullins
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Historical context and cultural impact
Community and opportunity
Role of soccer in social change
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Clint Smith answering some of your questions live.
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