Health Equity in Youth Sports - Addressing Disparities and Protections

Explore health equity issues in youth sports through this 23-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute. Examine strategies to address health disparities facing underserved student populations and ways to encourage schools, programs, and coaches to adopt basic protections. Learn from experts including University of Maryland's Head Football Coach Mike Locksley, HAPIR Lab Director Dr. Mayrena Hernandez, Players Health CEO Tyrre Burks, and HSS Medical Director Dr. Marci Goolsby as they discuss implementing the Children's Bill of Rights in Sports to create safe and healthy environments for young athletes. Gain insights on promoting injury reduction, improving access to care, and fostering inclusive youth sports programs.