Over the weekend saw the fixture between Frickley Athletic and Leek Town promoting Football v Homophobia.
Not only did the adult supporters become involved in this but members of our academy took part in promoting the event and that football is a sport for all and there is no place for discrimination.
Pictured is Kian from our current U11s team.
(Photo taken and copyright owned by Onion Bag Photography)
Here is a bit more information on the campaign that is supported by Puma.
Football v Homophobia exists to challenge discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and expression at all levels in football. As an international initiative FvH engages in campaigning, education, advice and guidance, research, policy consultation and capacity building to:
- Make existing football structures safe, welcoming and inclusive for LGBTI people
- Create opportunities and promote engagement of LGBTI people in football at all levels and in all forms
- Improve the representation and visibility of LGBTI people throughout football
- To realise the potential of football in society as a tool to create positive change
