Skip to main content

Notice from Head of Grievance, Director of Member Relations and President: MRDA Grievance Process Backlog

Dear MRDA members and broader roller derby community,

In the past week we (MRDA Grievance) have received an unprecedented number of contacts related to both current and historical incidents. We appreciate everyone who has come forward and submitted a grievance, shared information or provided context.

We are committed to ensuring that all grievances are examined with the same level of care and diligence to ensure the best possible resolution for all parties involved, in adherence with our ‘Code of Conduct’ and ‘Policies and Procedures’. At the time of writing, the volume of grievances has exceeded our committee’s capability to process them in a timely manner. We are currently triaging all open cases in order to process them in the most effective way possible. Please be assured that your case has not been ignored.

We are looking to increase the number of committee members to ensure that we can cover the existing volume. In the meantime, we ask that the Derby community extend this group of volunteers some grace as we try to fulfill our objectives.

As the new acting Head of Grievance, I (Tinytanium) am personally committed to ensuring that all cases are handled with the utmost care and attention, which they deserve. I hope that this wave of contacts represents a new era for the MRDA, and that we might move towards the resolution of some long-standing conflicts within our community.

Thank you for your patience,

Tinytanium – Head of Grievance

Lelith – Director of Member Relations

Grimace – President

Please refer to the MRDA ‘Policies and Procedures’ and ‘Code of Conduct’ for information related to how to file a grievance.

The countdown is on

The MRDA is proud to host the Men’s Roller Derby World Cup in Orléans, France! From April 30th to May 3rd, 25 teams from across the globe will come together to showcase elite athleticism, passion, and the spirit of inclusion that defines our sport.

For four days, the track will come alive with powerful hits, strategic gameplay, and unforgettable moments—celebrating not just competition, but the diverse community that makes roller derby so unique. This is more than a tournament. It’s a global gathering of athletes, fans, and allies united by the love of the game.

For full event details, including schedules, teams, and streaming, visit the official Men’s Roller Derby World Cup website.


Who’s ready for the World Cup?

MRDA #RollerDerby #WorldCup #OrleansFrance #DerbyLife #InclusiveSport

MRDA welcomes new member league: Gatos Monteses from Buenos Aires, Argentina

After an impressive showing against some heavy hitting MRDA teams at Tourneo de Tenochtitlán hosted by Disorder in May of this year, the Gatos have secured the games needed to claim their spot as MRDA member league. We are thrilled to add another South American team to our membership and hope to add more in the coming years. Welcome, Gatos Monteses! We are so proud you are here!

MRDA da la bienvenida a una nueva liga miembro: Gatos Monteses de Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Tras una impresionante actuación contra equipos de gran impacto de MRDA en el Torneo de Tenochtitlán organizado por Disorder en mayo de este año, los Gatos han conseguido los partidos necesarios para asegurar su lugar como liga miembro de MRDA. Nos complace enormemente sumar a otro equipo sudamericano a nuestra membresía y esperamos sumar más en los próximos años. ¡Bienvenidos, Gatos Monteses! ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de tenerlos aquí!