This was the 18th consecutive year that the WNBA has received at least an A for its overall race, gender and combined grades. The league sets the standard for powerful and inclusive representation across its organization in terms of players, coaches, staff and administration.

The WNBA continues to set an example for inclusive racial and gender hiring practices across all professional leagues, receiving an A+ for race and an A+ for gender, and an overall grade of A+ in the 2021 Women's National Basketball Association Racial and Gender Report Card (RGRC), released Wednesday by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport (TIDES) at the University of Central Florida.

"It's not by happenstance that the WNBA is the most socially conscious league, and that WNBA players continue to advocate for the key social issues of our time. Strong leadership, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion create an environment where people feel valued, respected and supported. This in turn empowers, and builds courage and the fortitude to speak out on these important topics."