White Ribbon UK, a charity aiming to end violence against women and girls, has partnered with Her Game Too, an organisation run by female football fans, to prevent violence in sport and football clubs.
Anthea Sully, Chief Executive of White Ribbon UK, said: “The vast history of White Ribbon working with football clubs and associations at all levels of the game shows positive steps forward. It’s now time for all clubs, led by regulatory bodies, to implement changes that make football a safe and positive experience for everyone, especially women and girls.”
Her Game Too added: “Football should be a game for all, and all stakeholders should feel safe no matter the circumstance. We are working closely with clubs and grassroots teams to understand the barriers and how we can overcome these to improve facilities for women in all areas of the game. We fully support White Ribbon with their mission and encourage football clubs to work with them to foster an even safer environment.”
White Ribbon UK and Her Game Too are working together to educate clubs, players, and fans on what constitutes as violence and to create a framework for transformative change throughout clubs.
Recent events have highlighted the need for clubs to take responsibility and create a safe and positive experience for everyone. White Ribbon UK is encouraging clubs to be better allies to women and girls.
For press and media enquiries, please contact media@whiteribbon.org.uk.
White Ribbon UK and Her Game Too are teaming up to raise awareness on violence against women and girls in the world of sport and football. The organisations are working together to educate clubs, players, and fans on what constitutes as violence and to create a framework for transformative change throughout clubs.
Anthea Sully, Chief Executive of White Ribbon UK, said: “The vast history of White Ribbon working with football clubs and associations at all levels of the game shows positive steps forward. It’s now time for all clubs, led by regulatory bodies, to implement changes that make football a safe and positive experience for everyone, especially women and girls.”
Her Game Too added: “Football should be a game for all, and all stakeholders should feel safe no matter the circumstance. We are working closely with clubs and grassroots teams to understand the barriers and how we can overcome these to improve facilities for women in all areas of the game. We fully support White Ribbon with their mission and encourage football clubs to work with them to foster an even safer environment.”
Recent events have highlighted the need for clubs to take responsibility and create a safe and positive experience for everyone. White Ribbon UK is encouraging clubs to be better allies to women and girls.
White Ribbon UK is the UK’s leading charity engaging men and boys to end violence against women and girls. The organisation aims to prevent violence against women and girls by addressing its root causes. Her Game Too is a voluntary organisation ran by female football fans, who are committed to fostering an ethos in football in which women are welcomed and respected equally.
For press and media enquiries, please contact media@whiteribbon.org.uk.
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