Member Resource Library

In this compelling episode of “The NATA-Cast”, host Kasee Hildenbrand PhD, LAT, ATC, is joined by Dani Moffit PhD, LAT, ATC and Jamie Mansell, PhD, LAT, ATC, co-authors of the white paper “Athletic Training: Risk Management Strategies for Avoiding and Responding to Sexual Misconduct.” Together, they delve into the motivations behind their research and discuss actionable recommendations for addressing vulnerabilities within athletic training. Tune in as they explore the challenges of implementing these strategies, the importance of stakeholder involvement and how the athletic training community can shift the culture to prevent future incidents. This conversation also highlights how this critical work fits into the broader dialogue on sexual misconduct in sports and the next steps for advancing this vital conversation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to fostering safer environments in athletic training and beyond.

Objectives obtained in this document: 1. Educate the athletic training community- Provide actionable strategies to prevent sexual misconduct and address vulnerabilities in athletic training, based on insights from the white paper. 2. Promote cultural change- Engage members in conversations around accountability, respect and safety to foster a shift in culture within athletic training and sports. 3. Empower stakeholders- Motivate ATs, administrators and other stakeholders to implement the white paper's recommendations and create safer environments in their workspaces and communities.

Read how a patient’s religion, gender, race and socioeconomic status factor into clinical decision-making.

Patient values are individual characteristics such as gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion and socioeconomic status that can influence health and well-being.

The NATA Ethnic Diversity Advisory Committee has created the Resources To Support the AAPI Community guide to provide resources for Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) students and allies to encourage further education and support for the AAPI community. This resource has been created by NATA committee members for the purposes of assisting the general membership at large. While we have attempted to provide a resource that is both accurate and reflective of the information available at the time of creation, NATA makes no express or implied representation or warranty as to the information contained herein. NATA and the respective authors shall not be liable nor responsible to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage arising from its use. Athletic trainers should consult and act consistent with all applicable laws, including local and state practice acts, and other rules and policies.

May 2021 NATA News article (pdf) that reviews what athletic trainers need to know about the impact of race, ethnicity and culture on mental wellness in the patient population and what they can do to support patients.

Being a culturally competent health care provider is not limited to understanding variances in gender identity, race or ethnicity – ATs must also be aware of their patient’s religious values. This type of education and awareness can come from personal experience and/or a proactive effort to increase personal awareness of religious traditions that may vary from the one’s own.

"Microaggressions," November 2020 NATA News article (pdf) that reviews how awareness of and minimizing microaggressions in athletic training clinical practice is a powerful part of being a culturally competent health care provider.

November 2020 NATA News (pdf) that features EDAC Enhancement Grant recipients as they discuss the role ATs play in addressing health care needs of native populations.

NATA Ethnic Diversity Advisory Committee Chair Kysha Harriell, PhD, LAT, ATC, wrote an article about why words matter when working with patients who have a disability. In continuation of the topic, Kevin Conley, PhD, ATC, spoke with NATA about his firsthand experience treating patients with disabilities.

NATA Ethnic Diversity Advisory Committee District Four Rep. Samar Long, MSEd, AT, ATC, interviewed Marisha Little, LAT, ATC, and Chris Dake, EdD, LAT, ATC, with the University of West Florida, about their efforts to increase awareness of the athletic training profession on the Navajo Reservation. The duo received two EDAC Diversity Enhancement Grants to support their projects, “Bridging the Cultural Gap Among Navajo High School Students and the Athletic Training Profession” and “Advancing Athletic Training Education on the Navajo Reservation.”

A sample two-page policy outlining best practices for fostering inclusive, respectful and culturally aware environments in sports medicine settings. Includes mission statement, behavioral guidelines and optional demographic form for staff and patients.

May 2021 NATA News article (pdf) that reviews what athletic trainers need to know about the impact of race, ethnicity and culture on mental wellness in the patient population and what they can do to support patients.

March 2018 NATA News (pdf) article on the importance of using compassionate, respectful language as a health care provider.