USQ Update
Thursday Rundown: February 12th
USQ is proud to present the fourth Thursday Rundown, part of a series that updates readers on developments and ongoing projects around the league.
The Thursday Rundown will run twice a month on average, although throughout the year it may increase or decrease in frequency depending on league activity and news. Interested readers can read the last Thursday Rundown here. Read on for today’s Rundown topics:
USQ Organizational Restructure
USQ is restructuring its internal operations by consolidating departments to run under employee supervision and moving former teams department volunteers into the events and membership departments. This will channel more volunteer resources into events organization, streamline communication with teams, and allow for more efficient volunteer management by enabling more consistent contact with full-time employees. Teams department volunteers have already been briefed in detail and are currently being reassigned based on their interest and how they can contribute best to the league and sport, and all staff were notified in an email with the details last week.
Strategic Plan Focus Groups in Need of Sign-ups
The three-year strategic plan that USQ is currently developing will be significantly based upon the discussions and input from focus groups that USQ is organizing. These groups are open to any member, player, or fan, or anyone involved in US Quidditch in any manner, and USQ is seeking the most diverse group possible to ensure that all perspectives are considered. USQ is hosting a total of 44 sessions on 11 different topics and hopes to have at least 200 signups to include the most variety in answers and discussions and make the plan as reflective as possible of the league’s members’ goals. Right now USQ has just 87 members - if you want to spend 60-90 minutes (the length of an average focus group session) to have a major impact on the future of the sport, this is the way to do it. Sign up here.
USQ World Cup 8 Mini-site and Ticket Sales Launch
The USQ World Cup 8 website has launched, along with ticket sales. Please note that Early Bird prices are in effect and will last through Feb. 19. Learn more here.
Board Member Seats Open
There are now three seats available on the USQ Board of Directors. Applicants should have professional experience in a sports, non-profit, or business setting, and will get to experience being at the helm of a unique and dynamic non-profit sports league as it transitions from start-up to scaling up. Read more and learn how to apply here.
Harassment Policy Released
The US Quidditch Board of Directors has voted to adopt a harassment policy for all members, volunteers, and employees. The policy focuses on advocacy for survivors of harassment or assault, defines these actions and provides resources, offers a channel for lodging complaints, and includes an internal process for conducting investigations and taking disciplinary action if necessary. Read more here.
Snitch Survey for Group Training Sessions
USQ is surveying snitch runners to find convenient times and locations to host group training sessions leading up to World Cup. Learn more and find the survey at this link.
