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Violence Prevention and Diversity

Violence Prevention and Diversity (VPD)

Violence Prevention and Diversity (VPD) is the over-arching umbrella for the four human rights educational programs offered by the Center for the Study of Sport in Society. These action oriented programs aim to encourage, empower, engage and influence young people and adults to speak on issues surrounding violence, diversity, conflict resolution, inclusion and social justice. Violence Prevention and Diversity utilizes the power and appeal of sport to address racism, sexism, ableism, and heterosexism in society by raising awareness, challenging thinking and inspiring leadership.


Violence Prevention and Diversity (VPD)
VPD is the over-arching umbrella for four human rights educational programs offered by Sport in Society.


Urban Youth Sports (UYS)
Urban Youth Sports focuses on improving the health and well being of urban youth through physical activity and healthy development initiatives.

Center for the Study of Sport in Society | VPD
360 Huntington Avenue, Richards Hall Suite 350, Boston MA 02115 | Phone (617) 373-4025 | Fax (617) 373-4566 | E-mail sportinsociety@neu.edu
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