Mission

To foster, encourage, and advocate for the full integration of para-dressage into the USDF structure and mission in a way that effectively embraces and represents the true ‘parallels’ of dressage and its benefits, as well as serving as a resource to outside entities on para-dressage related topics and opportunities.

Goals

1. To increase the inclusion of para-dressage within the organization.
2. To enhance para dressage offerings and participation at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions.
3. To establish a national pathway for para-dressage athletes to progress through the sport comparable to those available to able-bodied athletes.
4. To review and update all USDF para-dressage athlete, instructor/trainer, and official education related to topics such as professional careers and development.
5. To serve as a resource on para-dressage specific guidelines and best practices, and other topics of interest that serve the committee’s overall mission.

Objectives

1. Advocate for para-dressage interests and help guide its integration within and into USDF’s framework.
2. Serve as a resource for, and work in tandem with, other entities within the USDF structure, as assigned and requested, to promote and further para-dressage education and interests.
3. Liaise with USPEA, USEF, The Dressage Foundation, and other outside/related entities to develop, identify, and establish opportunities that promote para-dressage inclusion, recognition, and interests on behalf of USDF.
4. Propose new para-dressage initiatives that further the committee’s mission and further integrate para into the overall USDF structure and community.
5. Develop educational and outreach materials to assist GMOs in the promotion and integration of para-dressage into their events.

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