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Football v Homophobia Month of Action Events

Football v Homophobia Grassroots is an initiative supported by Puma to get grassroots football clubs to take again to tackle LGBT+ discrimination in football throughout February, the Football v Homophobia Month of Action.

Whilst Covid has disrupted the playing season, the Month of Action will still go ahead. FvH are inviting clubs to register their involvement in the Month of Action here.

As the majority of football will be suspended during February, FvH are instead asking clubs to take some time during this pause, to reflect on their current position around LGBT+ inclusion. Clubs can use the Month of Action to share a meaningful action, or actions, that will be taken to increase LGBT+ inclusion and to take a stand against LGBT+ phobia. 

Clubs will still be able to dedicate a matchday to Football v Homophobia and receive a rainbow football, however clubs can do this at a time which they feel is safe.

More information can be found here

 

To support clubs and individuals take action, FvH are hosting a series of virtual webinars, workshops and panel discussions. These are aimed to be thought provoking, encourage reflection and amplify voices. The Football v Homophobia Youth Panel are hosting a series of events for younger audiences, although they welcome attendance from people of any age.

 

FvH Webinars and Interactive Workshops

Tuesday 2nd February, 11am-12pm

Inclusive Boards and Committees

A webinar examining how we make football boards and committees a great place for LGBT+ people to volunteer

More information and tickets here

 

Tuesday 9th February, 11am-12pm

Coaching LGBT+ Footballers

A webinar exploring best practice in coaching LGBT+ participants in the beautiful game.

More information and tickets here

 

Tuesday 9th February, 6pm-8pm

LGBT+ Inclusive Grassroots Clubs: An Interactive Workshop

An interactive workshop exploring LGBT+ inclusion for grassroots football clubs

Limited number of participants

More information and tickets here

 

Tuesday 16th February, 6pm-8pm

LGBT+ Inclusive Non-League Clubs: An Interactive Workshop

An interactive workshop exploring how to make non-league football a great place for LGBT+ people

Limited number of participants

More information and tickets here

 

Tuesday 23rd February, 6pm-8pm

LGBT+ Inclusive Junior Football Clubs: An Interactive Workshop

An interactive workshop exploring how we can make junior football a great place for LGBT+ children and young people.

More information and tickets here

 

Football v Homophobia Youth Panel Events

 The Youth Panel are excited to be hosting a series of virtual events during the Month of Action. All events are free and there is a variety of activities that people can get involved in. Please share with your young players, coaches, referees and volunteers!

 

Monday 8th February, 7pm-8pm

Soccercise at Home

A fun session combining football skills with a variety of fitness exercises, all from the comfort of your own home.

More information and registration here

 

Friday 12th February, 4-6pm

LGBT+ 101 Education

An education session for young people, ideal for learning more about LGBT+ identities and being an ally!

Limited number of participants

More information and registration here

 

Saturday 13th February, 11am-12pm

Disabled Youth Footballers Panel

Hear from young disabled footballers on their thoughts and experiences of football.

More information and registration here

 

Monday 15th February, 7pm-8pm

Queer Youth Trailblazers in Football

Join us for a panel discussion, bringing together queer youth leaders and advocates in football as they discuss their impressive leadership journeys, and how being LGBTQ+ has impacted upon these journeys.

More information and registration here

 

Friday 19th February, 6.30pm-8pm

Diversity and Inclusion in Football Media

From reporting diverse and inclusive stories, to representation in the media, the panel of current journalists will consider the important part journalists play in pushing for change in football.

More information and registration here

 

Friday 26th February, 4-6pm

LGBT+ 101 Education

An education session for young people, ideal for learning more about LGBT+ identities and being an ally!

Limited number of participants

More information and registration here

 

Sunday 28th February, TBC

Football Manager Tournament

A fun and relaxed Football Manager tournament, streamed on Twitch, for people to watch and engage with.

Further information can be found on twitter @FvHYouth