March 2018

The Ball set for fifth journey to FIFA World Cup
"The Ball 2018" - Football's Olympic Torch – has set off for its fifth journey...
29th March 2018
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Comment from Lord Ouseley on alleged racism during Russia v France friendly
In response to media reports alleging racist abuse of players from the French...
28th March 2018
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Charlton Athletic’s Mark Marshall educates pupils with Kick It Out at The Valley
Charlton Athletic star Mark Marshall began life as an ambassador for Kick It Out...
26th March 2018
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Nominations now open for the Football Black List 2018
The Football Black List, an annual celebration of African and Caribbean...
26th March 2018
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Kick It Out statement on England manager Gareth Southgate's comments
Following Gareth Southgate’s comments to the media on the need for English...
23rd March 2018
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Wycombe Wanderers’ Joe Jacobson and Michael Harriman support Kick It Out at Beechview
Wycombe Wanderers duo Joe Jacobson and Michael Harriman were delighted to join...
22nd March 2018
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Liverpool Ladies Jess Clarke begins Kick It Out ambassador role at school event
Liverpool Ladies Forward Jess Clarke felt ‘privileged’ to support Kick It...
22nd March 2018
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Charlton Athletic winger Mark Marshall joins Kick It Out as an ambassador
Charlton Athletic winger Mark Marshall has been announced as an ambassador for...
19th March 2018
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Bianca Westwood to co-host National Raise Your Game
Sky Sports presenter Bianca Westwood will join Samantha Johnson to co-host the...
18th March 2018
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Women’s Raise Your Game helps inspire the next generation to join the football industry
It was a day to remember at Wembley Stadium as Kick It Out hosted its Women’s...
16th March 2018
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Chelsea's Asian Star initiative reaches tenth year anniversary
Chelsea Football Club's Asian Star initiative will celebrate its ten-year...
15th March 2018
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Fans For Diversity campaign set to host fans forum at Crystal Palace
The Fans For Diversity campaign is set to join together with Crystal Palace to...
14th March 2018
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Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson joins Kick It Out for equality workshop in Bournemouth
Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson expressed his delighted at the opportunity to...
14th March 2018
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UCFB and Kick It Out launch The Next 25 scholarship
UCFB is delighted to announce a new scholarship in partnership with Kick It Out,...
13th March 2018
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Football Foundation recruiting for four new positions
The Football Foundation is recruiting for four new positions within the...
13th March 2018
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Liverpool Ladies forward Jess Clarke joins Kick It Out as an ambassador
Liverpool Ladies forward Jess Clarke has been announced as an ambassador for...
13th March 2018
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Public nominations now open for The FA Women’s Football Awards
The Football Association (FA) has today opened public nominations for the...
11th March 2018
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Chris Hughton becomes first black manager to win Manager award
Brighton and Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton has become the first black...
9th March 2018
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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