The LGBT Line Archives

Women’s football’s ‘doublethink’ dilemma for Lesbian Visibility Week – Beth Fisher and Lou Englefield on FvH Podcast

Over 40 out women were named in squads at World Cup 2019 – and there’s likely to be many more competing in Australia and New Zealand this summer; however, there’s barely been any acknowledgement in professional women’s football of Lesbian Visibility Week; reporter Beth Fisher and FvH’s Lou Englefield discuss the various reasons behind that in a new podcast episode – listen now!

By Jon Holmes, 2 years28/04/2023 ago

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The ‘togetherness’ of TRUK United FC – player and photographer Lucy Copsey reflects on memorable Trans Day of Visibility matches

Images from the double-header of games at Dulwich Hamlet FC have gone viral, bringing TRUK United FC to the attention of many more people around the world; Lucy Copsey, who was behind the camera after turning out for TRUK’s women’s team, talks us through her journey with the club and the joy conveyed within her match photography…

By Jon Holmes, 2 years04/04/2023 ago

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‘A dream come true!’: Emmerdale’s Ash Palmisciano joins Football v Transphobia podcast to discuss TRUK United match

His character Matty Barton may have once scored a goal on TV, but it’s not always been an easy route in football for actor Ash Palmisciano; as he prepares to play in Europe’s first team of all trans men on Transgender Day of Visibility, he joins FvT campaign lead Natalie Washington – captain of TRUK United Women – for a chat about his love of the game…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years29/03/2023 ago

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‘Let trans and non-binary people know they’re welcome’ – Football v Transphobia’s Week of Action

FvT 2023 is celebrating trans and non-binary people in football and inspiring allies to be active; footballers Natalie Washington, Charlotte Galloway and Tash Oakes-Monger – panellists at the launch event in Cardiff – are on hand to help you create space and guide you towards your ultimate goal…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years25/03/2023 ago

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The sky’s the limit! Meet remarkable kitesurfing sensation Mikaili Sol on International Women’s Day

Six world titles and only 18 years old?! Kitesports might be seen as niche but if anyone’s going to change that, it’s likely to be the Brazilian-American with the big smile who’s always catching big air – and she wears her authenticity with Pride too. We caught up with her on IWD2023 for an exclusive Q&A…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years08/03/2023 ago

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‘Football’s for everyone – this is our world!’: Proud Lilywhites among winners on uplifting Football v Homophobia Awards night

Tottenham’s LGBTQ+ and allies fans group makes powerful statement after success in Supporters’ Group category at fourth annual FvH Awards, held at National Football Museum in Manchester; Sheffield United, Jake Daniels, Lloyd Wilson and Daily Mirror reporter Jacob Leeks also winners on the night…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years25/02/2023 ago

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‘So many people said it helped them’ – Football v Homophobia award winner Hayley Wood-Thompson on her LGBT+ History Month film

Current holder of FvH Hero Award tells FvH Podcast how she used her own visibility to open up a conversation that went beyond just her school; Hayley Wood-Thompson is the captain of Cheshunt FC Women and a P.E. teacher in Hertfordshire; see full category shortlists for FvH Awards 2023 here…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years10/02/2023 ago

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‘Quiztorical’ night with West London Queer Project raises £750 for charity!

The Duchess W6 in Hammersmith was the venue for Sports Media LGBT+’s pub quiz for LGBT+ History Month, with generous attendees donating money to akt; local community group West London Queer Project are fundraising for the charity throughout February…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years10/02/2023 ago

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Courage is celebrated as Football v Homophobia Month of Action 2023 launches

Out LGBTQ+ players Jahmal Howlett-Mundle and Parker Dunn cover locker-room culture, changing clubs and coming out again, and the impact of discriminatory abuse, in event held at Leicester City FC; people at all levels of the game urged to show support for the campaign in February…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years01/02/2023 ago

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Joint statement – Homophobia in English football: Words are not enough

Recent weeks have seen an alarming rise in incidents of homophobia in men’s professional football in England. To address the need for urgent action, Sports Media LGBT+ has joined with Football v Homophobia, Pride in Football, and Women in Football on this statement…

By Jon Holmes, 3 years17/01/2023 ago