It Premier League It is planned to introduce a new LGBTQ+ inclusion campaign after completing its collaboration with Stonewall, the charity behind the well -known Rainbow Laces initiative.
Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign, launched in 2013, became a facility through English football, with players from all the premier clubs that carried rainbow arches and captains who are ranging from rainbow to promote acceptance and equality. The campaign aimed to support LGBTQ+ rights and foster inclusivity between fans and young people.
After more than a decade of collaboration, the League will now direct its own campaign, timed to coincide with the month of LGBTQ+ history in February, The telegraph report.
“Rainbow Laces has benefited from a wide vental BBC Sport.
“Next to other sports organs, the FA has been essential to advance the LGBTQ+ inclusion at the base level, and more recently, the women’s Super League has taken the mantle as the female game has grown, allowing the cords of the Sant Martà arch to reach more diverse audiences.”
Despite Stonewall’s efforts, Recent Reports of Kick It Out It reveals an alarming increase in discriminatory incidents in football, including rising in sexism, transphobia and faith -based abuse, with racism continuing to be the most common problem.
The controversy around the attitudes of the players with the weapons of the rainbow have also made headlines. Last season, Ipswich Captain Sam Morsy refused to bring -one because of religious beliefs, while Marc Guéhi, Crystal Palace, faced criticism to customize his breast with the phrase “I love Jesus”.
In addition, Manchester United unwinded the plans of LGBTQ+ support jackets after a player refused to participate.
Without openly gay or bisexual players currently in the Premier League and the increase in discriminatory incidents, some question the calendar of the Stonewall Division, a organization that is highly respected by its work in LGBTQ+ Advocacy.
The details of the new Premier League campaign are still envelope, but as the League presses “restoring”, there is hope that introduces a significant and effective initiative that advances equality instead of prejudicing it.
