March 2016

Women's Sports Trust announce nominees for 2016 #BeAGameChanger Awards
The Women’s Sports Trust have announced the shortlist for its...
31st March 2016
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Leeds Beckett University to host coaching masterclass
Leeds Beckett University will host a masterclass for coaches in Bradford with...
31st March 2016
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Five top women players accuse U.S. Soccer of wage discrimination
Five key members of the United States women’s national soccer team, the...
31st March 2016
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Mexican players launch campaign against homophobia
Mexico's national team has launched a campaign to discourage fans from shouting...
30th March 2016
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Local community welcomed to Orient fixture by Jobi McAnuff and Jay Simpson
Over 100 young people from the local community in East London were invited to...
30th March 2016
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Toni Duggan scores for Manchester City Women on a goal-filled Easter weekend
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves 20 young players who represent...
30th March 2016
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Black coaches 'held back in Scotland', say Latapy and Harper
Two black former Scottish top-flight footballers claim the colour of their skin...
30th March 2016
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Fans For Diversity journalist reflects on Kick It Out's successful fundraising evening
Fans For Diversity journalist Bobby Gardiner reflects on Kick It Out's...
29th March 2016
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The Chelsea Foundation's Asian Star initiative returns
Chelsea Football Club have announced that the Chelsea...
24th March 2016
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Football League clubs leading the way on Code of Practice
Football League clubs across the country have successfully completed the first...
23rd March 2016
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Bristol to unite with Kick It Out for community football day
Kick It Out is joining forces with a range of partners from the Bristol region...
23rd March 2016
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Kick It Out’s Rishi Jain announced as Chair of Liverpool County IAG
The Liverpool County FA (LCFA) has established a new Inclusion Advisory Group...
22nd March 2016
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Kick It Out returns to Chichester University
Kick It Out returned to Chichester University on Friday 18 April to deliver an...
22nd March 2016
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FIFA launches diversity award
With the aim of recognising an outstanding organisation, group initiative or...
21st March 2016
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'Next 20' stopper Jack Butland celebrates new contract with Potters win
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves 20 young players who represent...
21st March 2016
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Lazio fans hold anti-racism protest ahead of Europa League tie against Sparta Prague
A group of Lazio fans have gathered at the Coliseum in Rome to declare their...
18th March 2016
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Sixth FA Women's Super League season looming large
Stars from FA Women’s Super League (FA WSL) clubs gathered at St. George’s...
16th March 2016
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Just A Ball Game? announces youngest ever patron
Anti-discrimination organisation Just A Ball Game? (JGB?) has announced the...
15th March 2016
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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