Staffordshire FA Recognised For Inclusion Work

The Staffordshire FA has been recognised for its inclusion work at the Football v Homophobia awards.

Advocacy, activism and allyship were all to the fore as attendees at the fifth annual Football v Homophobia Awards showed their appreciation for the year’s high achievers in LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Some of those on stage during the gala night shared personal experiences, while others demanded political change.

Collectively, the mood was triumphant and reflected the strong sense of community at a time when reports of discrimination in the game have been rising.

With around 150 guests at Manchester’s National Football Museum, welcomed by the glamorous Barb in her sparkly FvH-themed drag, the evening was fired up right from the off with sensational singer Jessica B aka ‘Little Miss Dynamite’ providing the entertainment.

Lincolnshire FA celebrated back-to-back County Football Association Award wins, with Norfolk County FA and Staffordshire FA also commended on the shortlist for their inclusion work.

Lou Englefield, Campaign Director, said: “During a year in which we’ve seen a rise in reports of homophobia and transphobia in football, and ubiquitous online abuse, the FvH 2024 Awards were a joyful celebration of resistance; a testament to allyship and good practice; and a determination that football is for everyone.”