Shape the Future of Fencing: Apply to USA Fencing's Committees, Councils, and Resource Groups for 2024-25

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Fencing benefits immensely from having incredibly dedicated and enthusiastic members throughout our community. These individuals generously contribute their time and energy as volunteers, playing a crucial role in advancing the sport we cherish. With the opening of applications for the 2024-25 season Committees, Councils, and Resource Groups; this is an opportunity for our 18+ year old members to actively participate in shaping the future of fencing and to enhance your engagement with the sport.

The deadline to apply to join a 2024-25 committee, council, or resource group is Aug. 7, 2024.

You can learn more about these committees by reviewing their charters on the  USA Fencing Committees page,  reaching out to the National Office Staff liaison of the Committee or Resource Group you are interested in, or in the case of the Coaches Committee and the Parents Council which are newly created groups, by reaching out to the general National Office line at information@usafencing.org.

To apply, fill out this form.

• Audit Committee
• Budget Committee
• Election Committee
• Nominating Committee
• Ethics Committee
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee
• Grievance & Discipline Committee
• Tournament Committee
• Veterans Committee
• U.S. SEMI Committee
• Hall of Fame Committee
• International Relations Committee
• Coaches Committee
• Division Resource Group
• Paralympic Development Resource Group
• Sports Medicine Resource Group
• Sports Performance Resource Group
• Data Science Resource Group
• Parents Council (pending Board approval)

At the July 6th USA Fencing Board Meeting, the Board approved a proposed bylaw change that would extend Committee and Resource Group terms from 1 year to 2 years. While this proposed bylaw change is still in the membership feedback stage, it is expected to be fully adopted at the upcoming annual Board meeting held September 13-15 to be immediately effective and applicable to this upcoming class of appointees.

While time commitments per committee or resource group will vary depending on the needs of USA Fencing and the charge of the group, volunteers should expect to attend regular committee meetings, contribute their expertise, and bring their enthusiasm and perspective to the organization.

Applications will be reviewed and recommendations will be made by the Committee Selection Task Force.  Appointments will be made by the USA Fencing Board of Directors during the Board's annual meeting to be held Friday, Sept. 13 through Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024.

Upon acceptance of a position on a committee or resource team, all individuals must complete the following within 30 days:

• Current USA Fencing membership (+CheckEd, +Coach or Coach)
• Current background check
• Completed SafeSport training
• Completed Conflict of Interest form

All sitting Committee or Resource Group members will need to reapply to maintain their seat on that particular team.