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What Is an Organizational Ombuds

Pi Kappa Delta already uses ombudsman-- here is the policy they use to enforce their appointment. 

"Ombuds. The President of PKD, in compliance with Article VI.601 will appoint an ombuds to serve at tournament/convention. They will remain anonymous; but can be reached at ombudspkd@gmail.com."

Example Policy

Example Implicit Bias Course

Example Impartial Judging Training

Suggested Changes

Contact

PKD Council

Pi Kappa Delta has an undergraduate student representative who is the voice of competitors when it comes to student issues. 

Information

DIEE Committee

Phi Rho Pi has a standing committee on Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Ethics with members from four regions and a chair. 

Proposal Submission

AFA Committees

The AFA has standing committees on Educational Practice and Professional Development, although they do not have any committees or positions specifically pertaining to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. 

NFA Council

The NFA has two undergraduate student representatives who are the voice of competitors when it comes to student issues. 

There is also a national council committee on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity and an ad hoc committee on Judge Training. These should be specifically referred to when discussing key issues!

Ombuds

Example Anti-Bias Training

Judges Training

Organization Contacts

American Forensic Association

National Forensic Association

Pi Kappa Delta

Phi Rho Pi