Frequently
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Clutch is for current and former athletes in and around women’s sports who want to better understand the issues shaping sport and society, connect with other athletes, and figure out how they want to show up for the things they care about.
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If you’ve ever played sports at any level – including youth, recreational, collegiate, or professional sports – and are committed to equity and justice, this is a place for you.
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No. Clutch is centered on the experiences and issues shaping women’s sports, but athletes of all genders who are invested in women’s sports are welcome.
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Absolutely. Trans and nonbinary athletes are part of women’s sports and part of the Clutch Collective community.
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The Clutch Collective helps athletes learn about and take action on a variety of timely social impact issues, including racial justice, gender equity, health equity, mental health, environmental justice, reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ inclusion, workers’ rights, voting rights, equal pay, paid family and medical leave, violence prevention, and more.
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No. The Clutch Collective is a place to learn, ask questions, explore what matters to you, and decide for yourself whether – and how – you want to engage.
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No. We provide information, context, tools, and space for conversation so athletes can develop your own perspectives and make informed choices about how you want to show up.
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We’re on board for whatever you’re passionate about! We’ll help you go deeper – building your knowledge, connecting you with trusted partners, and finding meaningful ways to use your voice and platform.
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It can look different for everyone. Athletes can access resources and briefings, join conversations, connect with athletes across sports, learn from experts, and find opportunities to take action around issues they care about. Athletes can choose when and how they engage.
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The Clutch Collective is built to help athletes feel informed and confident enough to use their voices – but how you show up is up to you. We’ll help you figure out what matters to you, when you might want to speak, and how to do it in a way that feels authentic.
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No, you commit as much or as little as makes sense for you. The Clutch Collective is designed to fit into athletes' lives, not become another obligation.
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There is no cost for athletes to join the Clutch Collective or access resources and opportunities.
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Yes. We partner with players' associations, teams, conferences, and other athlete organizations to bring conversations, resources, expertise, and community directly to their athletes.
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Yes. If an issue is emerging within your sport, team, or athlete community, reach out. We can explore whether the Clutch Collective can provide useful education, resources, expertise, or space for conversation.