September 2016

Kick It Out gets behind programme for future female leaders
Kick It Out is set to support a new programme to create future female football...
30th September 2016
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Diversity and community cohesion recognised as Luton welcomes Liverpool legends
A number of Liverpool’s European Cup winning legends will be in attendance at...
30th September 2016
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Russia’s FC Rostov faces sanction for banana-throwing in Champions League
Russian club FC Rostov is likely to face a Uefa disciplinary case for fan racism...
29th September 2016
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Finalists announced for MBNA Northwest Football Awards
The finalists have been announced for the MBNA Northwest Football Awards, with...
28th September 2016
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Sophie Cook on her new ambassadorial role at Kick It Out
Sophie Cook, a photographer for AFC Bournemouth, is a transwoman working at the...
27th September 2016
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Next 20 Round-Up: Toni Duggan makes history with Manchester City
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves players from across the...
26th September 2016
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Kick It Out statement on the disbandment of FIFA’s anti-racism task force
Kick It Out has released the following statement in relation to the disbandment...
26th September 2016
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Kick It Out statement on Andre Gray
Following confirmation from The Football Association (FA) that Burnley striker...
23rd September 2016
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Sophie Cook joins Kick It Out as ambassador
Kick It Out is delighted to announce that Sophie Cook has joined the...
22nd September 2016
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Stonewall research reveals homophobic views still prevalent in sport
New ICM research for Stonewall into homophobic, biphobic and transphobic...
21st September 2016
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Next 20 Round Up: Romelu Lukaku strikes four glory
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves players from across the...
20th September 2016
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Mariners take action as supporter admits racial abuse
Evo-Stik Northern Premier League club Marine have confirmed they have taken...
16th September 2016
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Kick It Out's reporting app nominated for Football Business Award
Kick It Out is delighted to announce that the organisation has been nominated...
14th September 2016
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Kick It Out visit Liverpool Football Club Academy for Equality Inspires workshop
Liverpool Football Club were last week paid a special visit by Kick It Out as...
14th September 2016
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Fans For Diversity set to host launch of photography exhibition
The Fans For Diversity Campaign is set to host the launch of a photography...
14th September 2016
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Kick It Out’s Director set to appear on antisemitism in football panel discussion
Roisin Wood, Kick It Out’s Director, will be speaking about antisemitism in...
12th September 2016
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Next 20 Round-Up: Callum Wilson bags first Premier League goal in a year
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves players from across the...
12th September 2016
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Rostov gets partial stadium ban for racism
Russian club Rostov have been hit with a partial stadium closure for their next...
9th September 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