The Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns announced today a series of initiatives and action steps focused around the areas of accountability, engagement, and equity.
In a statement from the organization, it was shared that these steps and initiatives are the result of a months-long full-scale internal audit, in which the club sought feedback from players, supporters, staff, and outside experts.
“The plan will guide us now and, in the future, to ensure the utmost health, wellbeing, safety and respect for our players and everyone else associated with our clubs,” the statement reads. The plan includes, “the creation of new full-time positions, mandatory trainings at all levels of the organization, new community initiatives, and engaging outside consultants to provide expertise in areas of need and opportunity.