(May 20, 2025) – Running USA is proud to present an educational webinar on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 1 PM ET, titled “Best Practices for Making Your Race More Accessible.” Presented in partnership with Achilles International, the leading nonprofit supporting athletes with disabilities, this important session will provide tangible strategies for race directors seeking to create more inclusive events.
The webinar will be led by Francesco Magisano, Director, NYC Metro, at Achilles International, and Kathryn Chu, VP, US Programming for Achilles International.
From registration through the finish line, this session will highlight common accessibility barriers and offer real-world solutions to help make races more welcoming for athletes of all abilities.
“We’re incredibly grateful to Achilles International for bringing this essential conversation to the members of Running USA,” said Jay Holder, Executive Director of Running USA. “They are the leader in the adaptive athletics space, and we’re honored to help share their knowledge with race organizers to ensure a welcoming start line for athletes at races of all sizes.””
Webinar Details:
🗓 Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
Topics will include:
● Identifying and addressing accessibility barriers
● Enhancing event communications and volunteer training
● Partnering with local adaptive sports organizations
● Creating a seamless and inclusive experience for athletes with disabilities
Achilles International operates more than 60 chapters worldwide, offering free adaptive run, walk, and roll workouts and fostering inclusive participation for anyone with a disability.
Whether you’re planning a local 5K or a major city marathon, this session will provide actionable insights to help make your event more inclusive and impactful. Registration is open now.
About Running USA
Running USA is a non-profit that serves as the leading trade organization for the running industry in North America and hosts the nation’s preeminent industry conference annually. Through education, research, best practices and data, Running USA is committed to supporting and facilitating growth, diversification and excitement in running communities everywhere. We promote networking and idea-sharing between event organizers, sponsors, vendors and athletes. Running USA is a member of a global alliance of organizations focused on the betterment of the global running community including the Running Industry Alliance and European Athletics. For more information, visit runningusa.org.
About Achilles International
Achilles International empowers all people living with disabilities to participate in adaptive running and endurance sports. We build a supportive community to break down barriers to the start line and beyond. Our vision is a world where everyone can run, walk, or roll together. We reframe what’s possible whether it’s in the park, on the race course or in everyday life.
For more information about volunteering as a guide runner, joining as an athlete with a disability, or making a donation, visit www.achillesinternational.org.