Dispute Resolution
What Is The Dispute Resolution Unit (DRU)?
DRU oversees the administration of dispute resolution services to athletes and other members of National Governing Bodies (NGBs) for grievances under the USOPC’s jurisdiction to ensure the complaints are heard in a timely and fair manner. DRU is part of the USOPC Legal.
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Policies, Procedures and Forms
- Dispute Resolution Policy Effective April 1, 2023
- Dispute Resolution Hearing Procedures Effective August 31, 2023
- Section 9 Complaint Form
- Internally Managed Sport - Form to file an Administrative Complaint
- Internally Managed Sport - Form to file an Opportunity to Participate Complaint
- Internally Managed Sport - Form to file a Disciplinary/Code of Conduct Complaint
Types Of Grievances
DRU supports the following types of grievances:
- Section 9
- Section 10
- Section 11
- Background Checks
- USOPC Athlete Safety
- Games/Delegation Events
- NOC/NPC Events
- Internally Managed Sports
- Other review panels