Bristol Rovers is supporting the EFL's Together Against Racism campaign in the fixture against Shrewsbury Town on Tuesday 22 October 2024.
Bristol Rovers stands firm in the belief that Football is a game for everyone, everywhere, and we are proud of the welcoming atmosphere that Gasheads create at The Memorial Stadium each and every matchday. The Club also actively supports the education and awareness of issues around diversity and racism through our Community Trust.
However, every season, there are hundreds of reports of discrimination across the game, and likely more that go unrecorded. Whether you're a player, manager, watching in the stands or at home - your voice matters. Our voices are a powerful tool for change - when we speak up, come together and use our voices we can drive change.
A man who used his voice to champion equality and inclusion in football and beyond, was the founder of anti-discrimination charity, Kick It Out, Lord Ouseley, who sadly passed away earlier this month. He dedicated his life to fighting racism and promoting diversity and significant strides have been made in tackling discrimination, thanks to his work.
Racism will not be tolerated and we stand together to remove it from our game. Bristol Rovers will take swift and firm action against anyone identified in making racist or discriminatory behaviour, working with the relevant authorities to ensure perpetrators face club sanctions and police action.
The EFL stands side by side with Clubs, players, managers and supporters in a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism in our game. If you witness racist or discriminatory abuse, you can report it directly to your Club through Kick It Out, the Club's reporting mechanisms, or by alerting a steward.
Together with the other footballing bodies, we will continue to make football a safer, more welcoming and enjoyable space for everyone. Bristol Rovers and all of football stands Together Against Racism and all forms of discrimination.
• 07451 288910 • https://www.kickitout.org/report • https://www.efl.com/inclusion/report-discrimination
