How Lori Okimura Is Shaping Inclusive and Safe Sport Worldwide

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How Lori Okimura Is Shaping Inclusive and Safe Sport Worldwide

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In this inspiring episode of the Transcending Sport podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with global sport leader Lori Okimura to explore her mission to give everyone a sporting chance. As a former chair of USA Volleyball and a respected advocate for athlete safety, accessibility, and inclusion, Lori shares how her lifelong commitment to community engagement and equitable sport pathways is reshaping opportunities for athletes around the world. Listeners will hear Lori discuss the power of sport as a catalyst for social change, the challenges and breakthroughs in developing safe and supportive environments for youth and elite athletes, and why representation and diversity must be at the forefront of modern sport governance. From grassroots initiatives to international leadership roles, Lori’s perspective bridges the competitive arena and the human side of sport—highlighting stories, lessons, and actionable ideas that transcend the playing field. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, administrator, or sports enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into leadership, empowerment, and the future of inclusive sport development.

Tune in to discover why Lori Okimura is one of the most influential voices championing fairness, opportunity, and integrity in the global sporting community.

Keywords: Lori Okimura, Transcending Sport podcast, Chris Stafford, athlete advocacy, inclusive sport, sport leadership, athlete safety, diversity in sport, youth sport development, global sport governance, sports accessibility, women in sport, sports equity, Olympic sport, community sport programs, safe sport movement.

Transcending Sport is part of the Women Unscripted podcast network (formerly WiSP Sports) founded in 2012 by Chris Stafford, which has more than 1700 episodes from around the world of women’s sport and the arts. We have covered every sport and all the issues around women in sport. We have interviewed hundreds of athletes and several of them have hosted our shows over the years. Subscribe and download Women Unscripted for free access to our extensive archive library.

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