The 2011 – 2012 season was a good one for Football v Homophobia. Last year we started working closely with the FA to help them make progress on this agenda, and we found more people than ever wanted to get involved with the cause. The highlights of our 2011-2012 campaign were: Football v Homophobia raised awareness of homophobia, biphobia and …
You’ve Probably Never Even Heard Of The Homeless World Cup — Here’s Why You Should
From October 6 – 14, Mexico City hosted the Homeless World Cup, an annual soccer tournament designed to raise awareness of poverty issues, which is played by teams made up of homeless and socially-disadvantaged people from around the world. 2012 was the event’s 10-year anniversary, with teams from 54 nations participating. The opening weekend attracted over 50,000 spectators. The Homeless World …
The Independent On Sunday Discusses Football v Homophobia
On the weekend that Football v Homophobia 2012 begins, the Independent on Sunday has a very interesting piece on the attitude of professional football clubs to both the Government Charter and Football v Homophobia. Director of FVH, Megan Worthing-Davies, is quoted in the piece which is well worth a read! Click here to read the article in full.
The PFA Backs Football v Homophobia 2012
The Justin Campaign is delighted by the news that the Professional Footballers’ Association is supporting this year’s Football v Homophobia initiative. Set up by the Justin Campaign in 2010, the annual week of action, which takes place between the 18th and 26th of February, is the FA’s endorsed campaign to tackle homophobia and prejudice against lesbian, gay bisexual and transgender …
Arsenal Welcome The Justin Campaign To The Emirates
The Justin Campaign were among a number of special guests at the Emirates on Saturday, as the Gunners marked their Arsenal For Everyone initiative. The game was Arsenal’s first home fixture in February, which is LGBT History month, and the club highlighted its commitment to stamping out homophobia, biphobia and transphobia at the club by unveiling its new Arsenal For …
Football v Homophobia – A Positive Initiative For All – A message from the Justin Campaign
Just over half way through the annual Football v Homophobia week of action, the Justin Campaign would like to thank and acknowledge everyone for their interest and involvement in our campaign. This year is the third year we have run Football v Homophobia, and so far there has been a fantastic display of support: we have seen over 20 professional …