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A Guide for Clubs

At the Football Association of Wales we are aware that social inequality is constantly producing new forms of discrimination that are, unfortunately, also reflected in football and stadiums.

We continue to see incidents of discrimination at all levels of the game and ackowledge that more must be done to tackle all forms of discrimination in football.

We have developed a new PAWB equality, diversity and inclusion Strategy 2021-26, which outlines our commitment and objectives in creating a more equal game in Wales.

We constantly strive to identify and understand these issues in order to effectively shape our commitment and approach to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and challenge all forms of discrimination.

By eliminating discrimination from the game it will provide a more enjoyful and welcoming environment for all to participate in.

Our core vision in the PAWB equality, diversity and inclusion Strategy is a game that is for EVERYONE, EVERYWHERE in Wales, where each individual can participate and strive to be the best version of themselves.

We all play a key role in endeavoring to achieve this vision and can play an important part in tackling discrimination and inequality in football.

This guide provides Clubs advice and information on recognising, responding and reporting discrimination when it occurs both on and off the field.

Featured in the guide is a range of practical recommendations, so that Clubs can be proactive in their approach through campaigning and education to raise awareness of anti-discrimination to Members of the Football Family in Wales.

It is all our responsibility to continually educate ourselves and be allies to underrepresented groups to work towards a diverse and equal game that reflects all commuites across Wales.

We need everyone’s support throughout the football family, together, we can all make a difference.