We are deeply shaken by recent events. We are at a loss, beyond reflecting on how we can be better. Where do we even begin?
The ski community is a predominantly homogeneous population – be it the Nordic origins of the sport, the socioeconomic and geographic barriers to entry, or a myriad of other factors. Here at FasterSkier, we have an all-white staff. The World Cup skiers whose accomplishments we highlight are almost exclusively white.
We do not support acts of racism or violence.
However, we believe that the act of remaining silent amidst this tumultuous time deems us complicit in proliferating racism. We do not pretend to have the answers. We are here to listen and to learn. To seek out and highlight stories of skiers from diverse backgrounds, to elevate new voices, and to applaud clubs and communities taking action to increase participation and support athletes from low-income families.