Running has always been about more than finish lines and race results. It is also about connection, belonging and community. Join Running USA on June 25 at 2pm ET for a conversation on inclusivity and community engagement in the running industry, featuring insights from Running USA’s latest research report as well as a closer look at the experiences of LGBTQ+ runners. Running USA Director of Operations, Dr. Michael Clemons, will share findings from dissertation research exploring how LGBTQ+ athletes are motivated to participate in running events, the role connection and representation play in participation, and ways race organizers, brands and run clubs can help create more welcoming environments and engage with their local runners. Attendees will leave with practical ideas and a broader understanding of how inclusive communities can strengthen the future of the sport.