October 2016

Next 20 Round-Up: Rom makes Hammers pay once again
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves players from across the...
31st October 2016
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Kick It Out update following reports of homophobic literature at EFL Cup clash
Kick It Out has released the following update in relation to the English...
27th October 2016
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Kick It Out speaks to former Manchester United midfielder Quinton Fortune
On Friday 21 October, Kick It Out hosted an educational event at Old Trafford,...
27th October 2016
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Most fans 'would welcome gay players' according to BBC survey
Most sports fans in England, Wales and Scotland say they would be comfortable...
26th October 2016
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Everycolour ‘Dare to Dream’ in partnership with Kick It Out
Everycolour have released a video celebrating their work during the 2016...
26th October 2016
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Kick It Out Chair receives lifetime recognition award
Lord Herman Ouseley, Kick It Out’s Chair, yesterday (Tuesday 25 October) was...
26th October 2016
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Kick It Out celebrate Black History Month with Manchester United Foundation
Kick It Out hosted an educational event, in partnership with Manchester United...
25th October 2016
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Kick It Out and Premier League Academies unite to celebrate #EqualityInspires
Kick It Out, in partnership with the Premier League, hosted the second Academy...
24th October 2016
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Next-20 Round-Up: Red-letter day for Nathan at the Etihad
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves players from across the...
24th October 2016
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Players and parents at Watford learn more about equality ahead of Academy Awareness Weekend
Premier League club Watford welcomed Kick It Out on Wednesday 19 October as the...
21st October 2016
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Spireites Trust Named Heart of the Community
The work done by Chesterfield FC Community Trust to make the Proact Stadium more...
21st October 2016
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Brentford midfielder Alan McCormack given five-match suspension
Brentford’s Alan McCormack will serve a five-match suspension with immediate...
21st October 2016
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Paul Mortimer meets... 'Next 20' Ambassador Jack Butland - Part Two
As part of a new feature series, Paul Mortimer, Kick It Out’s Professional...
20th October 2016
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Kick It Out and Premier League set to host second Academy Awareness Weekend
Kick It Out and the Premier League are pleased to confirm that the second...
18th October 2016
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Next 20 Round-Up: Goals galore for Kick It Out's ambassadors
Kick It Out’s ‘Next 20’ initiative involves players from across the...
17th October 2016
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Paul Mortimer meets... 'Next 20' Ambassador Jack Butland - Part One
As part of a new feature series, Paul Mortimer, Kick It Out’s Professional...
17th October 2016
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Kick It Out update following reports of discrimination
Following allegations of discrimination at two English Football League fixtures...
17th October 2016
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Vote #KlickItOut for the Charity Film Awards
The film produced by Kick It Out and Untitled Pictures for the Klick It Out...
12th October 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