WHAT WE DO
We promote awareness of the impact of sickle trait on athletes
The Isaiah Turner Foundation’s mission is to empower and educate student athlete’s and their families, trainers, coaches, and the community at large by promoting the screening of sickle cell trait, educating on the impact of sickle cell trait on athletes, and the training of athletic staff on how to keep athletes with sickle cell trait safe.
ABOUT Us
The Isaiah Turner Foundation’s mission
We work to honor the spirit and legacy of Isaiah by promoting education and awareness on Sickle Cell Trait and it’s impact on student athletes, as well as supporting Individuals and families in Under served communities.
The Isaiah Turner Foundation’s mission is to empower and educate student athlete’s and their families, trainers, coaches, and the community at large by promoting the screening of sickle cell trait, educating on the impact of sickle cell trait on athletes, and the training of athletic staff on how to keep athletes with sickle cell trait safe.
The specific objectives and purpose of this organization shall be:
OUR CAUSES
What Make Us Different
What sets us apart is our commitment to a comprehensive approach that combines education, advocacy, and community support. We strive to provide educational and training opportunities for athletic trainers, coaches, student-athletes, and their families. We advocate for essential guidelines, regulations, and legislation to promote the screening of sickle cell trait, educate on its impact, and train athletic staff to ensure the safety of affected athletes.
Honouring Isaiah Turner’s legacy, we focus on supporting individuals and families in underrepresented communities. Additionally, we actively engage in events and initiatives to raise awareness about the effects of sickle cell trait and sports-related injuries on student-athletes, fostering a safer and more informed athletic environment.
We Educate
The purpose is to offer educational and training opportunities to athletic trainers, coaches, student athletes, and their parents.
We Help
The organization aims to commemorate the life of Isaiah Turner by offering assistance to individuals and families in underrepresented communities.
We Advocate
Advocate for guidelines, regulations & legislation promoting sickle cell trait screening, education on its impact on athletes, and training athletic.
We sponsor
The organization plans to sponsor, host, or participate in events and activities that educate the public about the effects of sickle cell trait and injuries on student athletes.
