WNBA Human ResourcesToriana Easley

Article overviewThis article spoke about the importance of the

WNBA and engaging in the community in order to create relationships.

Creating relationships through this can help with networking as well as a platform for women of the WNBA to become leaders.

Article overview cont. •Clinics and giving back to the community that the WNBA put on are key asset. It puts the WNBA on the map for other reasons than basketball

Human resourcesThe WNBA has a lot of human resources, like

WNBA cares, WNBA fit, & WNBA pride, Inspiring women, Breast health awareness, hoops for troops,& the Community assist award.

WNBA human resources

WNBA CARESTeams and players are deeply

committed to creating programs that improve quality of life for all people. Whether it’s working with schools or community-based organizations, partnering with service based volunteer organizations.

WNBA PrideThis is a celebration of the LGBT community ,

they go out and let them know that they’re not alone . By doing things like parades and things like that.

PrideThe WNBA is full of women in the

LGBT community, so for them to have something like the parades and stuff , and being open enough to let the world know that’s how they are and it’s ok to be who you are. It might make someone in the world realize that its ok to be that way.

WNBA FITThis is the leagues health and wellness

program that encourages physical activity and healthy living for children and families through grass roots, programs, and events. This educates fans on healthy living.

CharityEach player is required to donate to at least

one charity , some people do more. Them doing this is just a part of them giving back.

Candice ParkerCandice Parker is involved in a charity

organization called My Hero. Her foundation was created to help young children follow their dreams.

Maya MooreMaya Moore holds a annual auction that

auctions off celebrity items such as jerseys, clothing, and memorabilia in which she donates the money to different charities throughout the years.

INSPIRING WOMENCELEBRATES WOMEN WHO DEMONSTRATE TO

INSPIRE OTHERS THROUGH THEIR COMMITMENT, PASSION AND DEDICATION TO WORK.

WNBA BREAST HEALTH AWARENESSFOCUSES ON GENERATING AWARENESS AND EDUCATING WOMEN ON IT, WHILE ALSO RAISING MONEY FOR A CURE.

HOOPS For TROOPSCommitted to supporting active and retired

female/male troops around the world. They honor the troops in many active ways. Like giving them tickets, having meet and greets, and in- arena nights.

Community Assist AwardThey give this award to a WNBA player that is

very active throughout the community , and having outstanding efforts.

Goal of WNBAThe goals of the WNBA are to empower young

women and exemplify the importance of the roles in the community.

Who does it All players, coaches and staff are involved in

community work as well as work in the industry.

Why they do it They do these thing to uphold the goals of the

WNBA and make sure their community goals are being met in the industry.

QuestionsDo these organizations keep in touch with the

kids that they mentor after the events that take place?

Who is in charge of putting all of these events together

How can people get involved in the community if they wanted to help.

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