February 2011

England cricketer Davies comes out
England wicketkeeper Steven Davies has received support from senior figures in...
28th February 2011
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Northern Irish attempts to define sectarian chanting in law fails
A bid to define sectarian chanting in law by Northern Irish politicians has been...
25th February 2011
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Paul backs Chris for Addicks success
Kick It Out caught up with ambassador and trustee Paul Elliott this week, to...
24th February 2011
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Cisse vows to quit Greece over racist chanting
Djibril Cisse says he will quit Panathinaikos at the end of the season after...
23rd February 2011
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Polish gay supporters group asks for separate seats at Euro 2012
A Polish group of gay football fans has asked for separate seating at the 2012...
23rd February 2011
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Jewish football team suspended from league for fielding non-Jewish players
A football team has been suspended from a Jewish league for fielding players...
22nd February 2011
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Norwich City induct Justin Fashanu into hall of fame
Former Norwich City star Justin Fashanu has had his hall of fame banner unveiled...
21st February 2011
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Justin Campaign hosts football day at Winchester Prison
The Justin Campaign, in conjunction with HMP Winchester’s diversity team,...
21st February 2011
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New FA chair Bernstein pushes for independent directors
New FA chair David Bernstein is to push for the appointment of two independent...
21st February 2011
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Jason Roberts to take part in Powerchair Football tournament
The Jason Roberts Foundation, in partnership with Aspire Powerchair Sports Club...
17th February 2011
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British Asian Sports Awards nominations open
The British Asian Sports Awards (BASA) nominees for 2011 have been announced,...
16th February 2011
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Hoddle apologises for Sky comments
Glenn Hoddle has apologised for comments made live on air while providing...
15th February 2011
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Prime Minister pledges support for LGBT History Month
The Prime Minister David Cameron has issued a statement of support for Lesbian,...
15th February 2011
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Russian football begins preparations for 2018 World Cup
Russian football authorities are looking to follow the example of English...
14th February 2011
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Chelsea launch 2011 Asian Soccer Star
Chelsea’s Asian Soccer Star is back again this year providing groundbreaking...
14th February 2011
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Fan found guilty of using racist language
A Newcastle United supporter who was arrested for using racist language inside...
11th February 2011
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Charity calls on young people to help design boots for Africa
A sporting charity is offering young people the opportunity to design their own...
10th February 2011
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MK Dons host inaugural Ladies Day
MK Dons' game against Brentford this Saturday (12 February) has been designated...
10th February 2011
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"We have a responsibility as players to give something back and I’m really thankful to be part of this organisation because we can do a lot of good."
Jack Butland, 'Next 20' Ambassador

“A big part of my involvement with Kick It Out stems from my strong admiration for the organisation’s commitment to fairness and equality.”
Clive Tyldesley, football commentator

“It was Kick It Out that convinced the people in football that change was possible.”
Greg Dyke, former FA chairman

“I wanted to thank the campaigners at Kick It Out for their work. I know first-hand how Kick It Out can help.”
Yaya Toure, Manchester City midfielder

“It is important for me in my role as a Kick It Out ‘Next 20’ ambassador to teach young people how to handle discrimination and treat people with respect.”
Romelu Lukaku, 'Next 20' Ambassador

“It is a massive honour for me to be an ambassador for such a great organisation. I think they do great work on and off the field.”
Toni Duggan, 'Next 20' Ambassador

"It really helped me to see that other professional sports people were acknowledging their sexuality. I read about John Amaechi, Gareth Thomas and Tom Daley. They weren't footballers but the fact that they went public gave me the feeling that I was not alone."
Thomas Hitzlsperger, former Aston Villa midfielder

"There was no conflict between religion and the fact that I wanted to play football. I was brought up correctly and in the right way and my parents are very proud of the fact that I am a professional footballer."
Sadio Mané, Liverpool winger

“I think it’s important to share success stories and realise that there are women operating in the game. If it’s something you want to do, you can do it.”
Ffion Eade, Hampshire FA referee

"I've had loads of negative comments from men, especially growing up. It's just boring and old. Times have changed, and they continue to change. Women play football, and they're good at it, and have been for a number of years.”
Kelly Smith, England Women's record goalscorer

"Despite the progress, stereotypes still exist in football and until that is broken down it will be extremely difficult for a woman to manage a top level men's team."
Rachel Yankey, former Arsenal Ladies forward

"There’s no hiding that there is sexism in sport. We have a lack of women right across all levels of management, playing and coaching. It shows the closed nature of sport in general and this includes the media. It’s an indictment of sport as a whole."
Rimla Akhtar, Kick It Out trustee and Chair of the Muslim Women’s Sports Foundation

“I’m proud to be a supporter of Kick It Out and particularly the work they are doing to combat antisemitism within football.”
Joe Jacobson, Wycombe Wanderers midfielder

"With Kick It Out leading the way football is standing up and fighting against those who preach hatred and intolerance and we at Chelsea are proud to support their work."
Bruce Buck, Chelsea Football Club Chairman