Football.v.homophobia 2021

Football v Homophobia Month of Action Events

February is Football.v.Homophobia Month of Action

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

Whilst COVID-19 has disrupted the playing season, the Month of Action will still go ahead. We are inviting clubs to register their involvement in the Month of Action in the usual way, via our website.

As most of football will be suspended during February, we 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 (FvH) and receive a rainbow football, however clubs can do this at a time which they feel is safe.

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 also 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
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Tuesday 9th February, 11am-12pm
Coaching LGBT+ Footballers
A webinar exploring best practice in coaching LGBT+ participants in the beautiful game
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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)
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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)
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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
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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
REGISTER NOW

Friday 12th February, 4pm-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)
REGISTER NOW

Saturday 13th February, 11am-12pm
Disabled Youth Footballers Panel
Hear from young disabled footballers on their thoughts and experiences of football
REGISTER NOW

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
REGISTER NOW

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
REGISTER NOW

Friday 26th February, 4pm-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)
REGISTER NOW

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

For further information about the Football.v.Homophobia campaign please contact FvH:

Football.v.Homophobia
E: info@footballvhomophobia.com