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20/03/2006
IFA to support anti-racism campaign
Northern Ireland sporting authorities are set to support a fresh bid to stamp out racism in local sports.
The campaign is being lead by the Irish Football Association (IFA) as part of their Anti-Racism Week, which will run from March 20-25. Coinciding with this the European soccer body UEFA is set to publish a 10-point plan against racism and sectarianism in football.
As part of the campaign, the IFA will be working alongside the Community Relations Council, the Sports Council, and the Council for Ethnic Minorities and the Equality Commission.
Speaking earlier today to the BBC, a spokeswoman for the IFA said that although there has been success in stamping out racism at an International level, more needs to be done in partnership with and support from Carnegie League Clubs with regards to actively promoting positive community relations.
She added that with this goal in mind, the launch of the UEFA's 10-Point Plan would be the best practice guide to tackle racism and sectarianism.
Former UUP Sports Minister Michael McGimpsey has welcomed the new campaign spearheaded by the Irish Football Association.
The South Belfast MLA said: “The IFA has a heritage in football that is second to none and their responsible attitude demonstrates their commitment to this regional, national and international game. It is vital that all sporting bodies put on a united front to show fans they have a zero tolerance approach for racism."
Mr McGimpsey added: “The IFA’s track record in tackling racism has been an excellent example for society. This recent campaign is part of a long standing process aiming to eliminate racism from football and includes other initiatives such as Sports For All, Show Bigotry the Red Card and Kick Racism out of Football."
He concluded by saying that sport has the power to unite communities and racism has no place in modern society, and by putting out the anti–racism message promotes positive community relations and creates a more inclusive culture.
(EF/SP)
The campaign is being lead by the Irish Football Association (IFA) as part of their Anti-Racism Week, which will run from March 20-25. Coinciding with this the European soccer body UEFA is set to publish a 10-point plan against racism and sectarianism in football.
As part of the campaign, the IFA will be working alongside the Community Relations Council, the Sports Council, and the Council for Ethnic Minorities and the Equality Commission.
Speaking earlier today to the BBC, a spokeswoman for the IFA said that although there has been success in stamping out racism at an International level, more needs to be done in partnership with and support from Carnegie League Clubs with regards to actively promoting positive community relations.
She added that with this goal in mind, the launch of the UEFA's 10-Point Plan would be the best practice guide to tackle racism and sectarianism.
Former UUP Sports Minister Michael McGimpsey has welcomed the new campaign spearheaded by the Irish Football Association.
The South Belfast MLA said: “The IFA has a heritage in football that is second to none and their responsible attitude demonstrates their commitment to this regional, national and international game. It is vital that all sporting bodies put on a united front to show fans they have a zero tolerance approach for racism."
Mr McGimpsey added: “The IFA’s track record in tackling racism has been an excellent example for society. This recent campaign is part of a long standing process aiming to eliminate racism from football and includes other initiatives such as Sports For All, Show Bigotry the Red Card and Kick Racism out of Football."
He concluded by saying that sport has the power to unite communities and racism has no place in modern society, and by putting out the anti–racism message promotes positive community relations and creates a more inclusive culture.
(EF/SP)
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