2008

The Football League features five Asian professionals, the highest number to date.

Paul Ince becomes the first black English manager to lift a trophy.

Paul Ince becomes the first English black manager to manage in the Premier League.

Viv Anderson celebrates the 30th anniversary of becoming the first black player to play for England.

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New film highlights fans’ experiences of discrimination

We’ve spoken to fans from clubs across the English football leagues to explore experiences of discrimination and how it has impacted their relationship with the game and those around them.
Kick It Out announces partnership with Forensic Risk Alliance

Forensic Risk Alliance (FRA), a leading forensic accounting, data governance, technology solutions and forensics consulting firm today announced it has entered into an agreement to provide pro bono services to Kick It Out.
Dylan Williams - Digital Marketing Manager
Hollie Varney – Head of Brand, Communications and Marketing

Kick It Out and Brighton & Hove Albion: a statement

Kick It Out and Brighton & Hove Albion: a statement
Kick It Out Statement following racist chanting during Millwall's FA Cup match

Kick It Out statement following racist chanting during Millwall's FA Cup match.
Kick It Out release film urging fans to report antisemitism

Kick It Out have released an uncompromising short film, donated by Director Ivor Baddiel and Chelsea FC, encouraging people to report antisemitic abuse.
About Us

Kick It Out is English football’s equality and inclusion organisation.
Aims and Objectives

Kick It Out is primarily a campaigning organisation which enables, facilitates and works with the football authorities, professional clubs, players, fans and communities to tackle all forms of discrimination.
Kick It Out Chair Lord Ouseley releases personal statement following media reports

Following recent reports in the media regarding Kick It Out, staff welfare and governance, Kick It Out Chair Lord Ouseley has released a personal statement.
Kick It Out announces equality expert Sanjay Bhandari as new Chair

Kick It Out are delighted to announce that equality expert and avid football fan Sanjay Bhandari has been appointed as Kick It Out’s new Chair.
Kick It Out statement on racist abuse of England players against Bulgaria

Following the racist abuse directed at England players during tonight's European Championship qualifier by Bulgaria supporters, Kick It Out have released a statement.
Kick It Out – Chief Executive Officer

Accountable to the Chair and Board, KIO’s new Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for the successful delivery of KIO’s strategic objectives and goals. They will ensure the organisation remains at the forefront of combating all forms of discrimination in football and ensuring the sport is truly inclusive for all.
“I went out to my car after the match and someone had written n***** on my bonnet.” - the story of Ipswich Wanderers.

Last month Ipswich Wanderers under-18s left the pitch after one of their players alleged racial abuse. Just days later, the team were on the receiving end of racism again.