Nebraska, Northwestern, Oregon join LGBT inclusion program

NEW YORK (AP) — Nebraska, Northwestern and Oregon are partnering with an advocacy group on a new program for LGBT inclusion in sports.

The schools have joined Br{ache (pronounced break) the Silence, which educates athletic administrators and coaches about providing healthy environments in college sports.

Br{ache the Silence co-founder Nevin Caple worked with Dr. Eric Lueshen, a former Cornhusker football player, to create the program. Br{ache the Silence aims to shift the focus from homophobia to inclusion in college sports.

Nebraska athletic director Shawn Eichorst says the affiliation "reaffirms Nebraska's commitment and desire to be a leader in diversity and inclusion."

The program trains sports leaders on gay issues and nondiscrimination policies. Schools can place a medallion on their websites noting their diversity efforts. Caple says it will help recruits and potential hires "identify inclusive athletic departments."

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