May 2016

Asif Burhan on Kelly Smith's impact on English football
Asif Burhan, who began blogging for Kick It Out during the 2012 UEFA European...
16th May 2016
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Nobbs enjoys cup glory as 'Next 20' season comes to a close
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves 20 young players who represent...
16th May 2016
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Fifa appoints Fatma Samoura as first woman secretary general
Senegalese United Nations official Fatma Samoura has been appointed as the new...
13th May 2016
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Young people supporting Don’t Hate Educate through Kick It Out toolkit
Young People from across the United Kingdom have been using Kick It Out's...
13th May 2016
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Dutch antisemitism watchdog to take legal action against PSV Eindhoven supporters
A Dutch football club whose fans were filmed recently singing about abusive...
12th May 2016
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Racing Club sack goalkeeping coach Gambande after racist gesture
Juan Carlos Gambande has been sacked by Racing Club after he was caught on...
11th May 2016
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Spain’s first openly gay referee walks away from football after abuse
Spain’s first openly gay referee has walked away from the game, insisting he...
11th May 2016
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Southampton Football Club's community trust set to launch new pan-disability league
Saints Foundation is launching a new pan-disability league this summer, with...
11th May 2016
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Panel discusses Islam in Football at Kick It Out event
Kick It Out, in partnership with the Professional Footballers’ Association,...
10th May 2016
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#WeAreAllEngland launched ahead of Euro 2016
The England football team unites people of all races and faiths more than any...
10th May 2016
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AFC Bournemouth set to host women’s and girls' trials for 2016/17 season
AFC Bournemouth's Community Sports Trust has announced the expansion of their...
9th May 2016
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'Next 20' star Romaine in the hunt for promotion as 2015/16 season nears its end
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves 20 young players who represent...
9th May 2016
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The FA's On The Board programme continues to press for diversity
The benefits of diversity in football boardrooms was the focus of debate at...
6th May 2016
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Centre for Access to Football in Europe launch Disabled Fans Survey for 2016
The Centre for Access to Football in Europe (CAFE), as part of its ongoing drive...
6th May 2016
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Inaugural Disability Cup Finals Day kicks off at St. George's Park on Saturday
St George’s Park will play host to back-to-back finals on Saturday as the...
6th May 2016
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Women’s RYG roadshow hits Birmingham
Kick It Out’s Raise Your Game (RYG) series took to the road this week as the...
5th May 2016
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Win one of four pairs of tickets to watch the SSE Women’s FA Cup Final at Wembley
The SSE Women’s FA Cup final takes place on Saturday 14 May at Wembley Stadium...
5th May 2016
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Football tournament in Paris gives hope to LGBT refugees
In a report released earlier this year, Amnesty International described the...
5th May 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