Get Involved with the RIDC!
Our RIDC community is a vibrant network of individuals who live, work, and play in the running and outdoor spaces. This includes run clubs, outdoor enthusiasts, industry professionals, retailers, race organizers, nonprofits, and more—all united by a shared commitment to advancing inclusion and equity in the running and outdoor industries. Whether you’re here to connect, learn, or take action, you’ll find a space where your voice and experiences matter. Keep reading below to learn more!
Benefits of Joining the RIDC
We’ve built an inclusive, community-driven membership designed to connect and support individuals like you. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our community:
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Participate in our educational programs and workshops to deepen your understanding of justice work for the running and outdoor industries. Learn from experts, connect with like-minded peers, and gain practical insights that empower you to drive meaningful change.
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Gain access to a wide range of resources, including toolkits, educational guides, and wellness support designed to help you navigate justice work and promote inclusion in the running and outdoor industries. From practical tools to community-driven insights, you’ll find everything you need.
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Stay connected and in the know with our dynamic programs and events—both virtual and in-person. Be the first to hear about new initiatives, local gatherings, program updates, and special announcements that celebrate, educate, and support our community.
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Stay informed with our monthly newsletter, your go-to source for BIPOC stories in running and the outdoors—stories often overlooked by mainstream media. Get the latest news, updates on upcoming events, and industry insights, plus don’t miss our Member Community Spotlight featuring RIDC Champions and Community Members making an impact.
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We can’t change what we don’t know. Through research studies, industry insights, and impact reports, we hold the running and outdoor industries accountable for measuring progress and advancing meaningful change.
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Discover exciting career opportunities in the running and outdoor industries through our regularly updated Industry Jobs page. Explore positions from our partners.
Where Values Meet Impact
Where Values Meet Impact
Join the RIDC Community!
Whether you’re new to running, the outdoors, or deeply involved, anyone can become a member. Together, we’re building a community that champions justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion across the running and outdoor industries. As a member, you’ll be part of the backbone of our work—helping to create a more inclusive and equitable future.
The RIDC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that unites the running industry to provide resources, measure progress, and hold the industry accountable to equitable employment, leadership, and ownership positions and improve inclusion, visibility, and access for Black, Indigenous, and people of color.
No donation is too small or too big.