Helping to build a community of LGBT+ people and allies in sport
Watch a replay of Sports Media LGBT+ and the Football Writers’ Association’s panel discussion event held via Zoom, hosted by Football v Homophobia, on Monday 14 June to mark a new partnership launched during Pride Month…
Rainbow Blades have had a big impact at Sheffield United since launching in 2020, with visibility provided by the club, the Premier League, and Sky Sports, as well as support from the FSA and an awards nomination from Football v Homophobia. Now they’re asking for greater allyship in the game, as founder and chair James Laley explains…
In the second feature in his series for Pride Month focusing on LGBTQ+ inclusion in football, Danyal Khan looks at the national landscape of inclusive clubs in Britain and how they are sparking – and in some cases, reigniting – a passion in LGBTQ+ people to play the beautiful game…
Get the lowdown on our group, see what events are coming up in Pride Month in June and beyond, read testimonials, and find out how to get published with us – or even share your coming out story…
As Sports Media LGBT+ partners with the Football Writers’ Association to collaborate on industry inclusion, Jon Holmes – who started out in sports journalism back in 2001 – discusses his career experiences as a gay man, a turning point for his own authenticity, and why the FWA link-up is significant…
In Pride Month, the FWA joins with Sports Media LGBT+ in sending a message of welcome and inclusion to industry colleagues, with the two organisations also collaborating on a panel event in association with Football v Homophobia…
Having seen their side reach the semi-finals at Euro 2016, hopes are high in Wales ahead of this year’s European Championship – and cheering the players on will be the national team’s new supporters group for LGBTQ+ fans and allies. Carys Ingram gives us the lowdown on ‘The Rainbow Wall’…
In the first feature article of his Pride Month series on football, Danyal Khan looks at how supporters groups for LGBTQ+ people and allies are contributing towards greater understanding around inclusion…
Their first outing back in summer 2019 was a huge success, and now Sophie Cook’s Rainbow Rovers FC are preparing for a follow-up fixture – and they’ll be running out at Whitehawk FC in shirts sporting a Pride flag sash made from recycled plastic bottles…
“Loyal, fearless, and dedicated” – Leviathen Hendricks was an individual tour de force in the collective effort to make sports more inclusive for all LGBTQ+ people. Sports Media LGBT+ looks back at his life and legacy, with tributes and memories from those who knew him best…
Sports Journalism student Danyal Khan introduces his series of features coming up during Pride Month, focusing on how supporters groups, inclusive clubs, and the women’s game are all helping to push football forward on LGBTQ+ inclusion…
June is a time for celebration, reflection and protest for LGBT+ people. How can sports organisations best show their support? Access Pride resources and learn about our webinar…
She’s one of the British trio of siblings making headlines in freestyle skiing ahead of Beijing 2022 – and she’s also helping to provide representation in sports for people who are pan. We caught up with Makayla for an exclusive Q&A about the bump and roll of moguls and being a role model…
San Diego Loyal head coach Landon Donovan and Everton and Wales legend Neville Southall among those featuring in new short film from LGBT+ inclusion in football campaign group to mark International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia…
In Mental Health Awareness Week, the author of ‘Get Your Head In The Game’ talks to Sports Media LGBT+ about the conversations he had with LGBT+ people in football for his book, and how the sport he loves could do more to shift mindsets towards greater inclusion…
TV sports reporter Emma Dodds and professional golfer Becky Morgan posted to Instagram about their engagement last year – but they took “different routes” before arriving at their shared happiness. They tell Zoe Vicarage about their journeys and the need to spread a little joy in just being authentic…
Part two of our annual #AuthenticMe Week was an event titled ‘Creating Space’ – a dive into inclusive conversations in football…
Missed our ‘Ready, Get Set, Go!’ webinar event, which kicked off our #AuthenticMe week? Or want to watch again? Read on…
Check out our updated list of websites, podcasts and other digital destinations around the world which provide sports news and content with an LGBT+ emphasis…
Read and download our strategy and media guidelines document, designed to assist all in comms roles in sport…