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On the World Cup, homophobia and transphobia, and creating space
10+ hour, 9+ min ago (1453+ words) Published by Jon Holmes on 17/05/202617/05/2026 May 17 is IDAHOBIT " the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia " and marks 25 days to go until the World Cup; anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination in and around the tournament is a major concern, and is being highlighted…...
LGBTQ football legends honoured at Fv H Awards 2026 alongside Brentford, Proud Forest, Leftfooters and more
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (1374+ words) Published by Jon Holmes on 07/02/202607/02/2026 Seventh annual edition of Football v Homophobia Awards held at London Welsh Centre, with 200 guests attending; Joanie Evans and Aslie Pitter win Fv H Lifetime Achievement Awards; Natalie Washington, Clapton CFC and Bristol Casual Football…...
LGBTQ inclusive sports and fitness spaces are signing up to Rainbow Laces 'Proud Pledge"
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (804+ words) Published by Jon Holmes on 22/01/202622/01/2026 Dame Kelly Holmes and Josh Cavallo are lending their support to the new-look Rainbow Laces campaign; Stonewall's Simon Blake says the "Proud Pledge' is for everyone in sports and exercise who wants to send out…...
England's official LGBTQ fans group will not attend FIFA World Cup games in 'unsafe' USA
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (1044+ words) Published by Jon Holmes on 18/01/202618/01/2026 Three Lions Pride, the group for England supporters who are LGBTQ, says it will not travel to the USA to follow the team at this year's FIFA World Cup; 3 LP was founded before Russia 2018 and…...
Two Premier League clubs in contention as Fv H Awards 2026 shortlists revealed
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (1638+ words) Published by Jon Holmes on 07/01/202607/01/2026 Brentford and Brighton join QPR on fresh Pro Game slate at annual event celebrating LGBTQ achievements in the game; shortlists expanded in both Fan Group and Fv H Hero categories; entries from Ireland, Mexico and…...