The Forum - Stronger Together

Welcome to The Forum: Stronger Together.

For the first time since 2019, LGBTQ+ supporter groups from around the country will come together under one stadium, supported by The FSA's recently formed LGBTQ+ Hub and Pride in Football.

Hear from award winning consultant and facilitator Liz Mary Ward as she leads a discussion around the 'State of Play' for LGBTQ+ supporter experiences across the UK & beyond.

Take part in a series of workshops & presentations ranging from Kick it Out to group to developing your groups. Plus, stadium tours at the City Ground. Meet the team from The Football Supporters' Association to see how you can get involved with the vital wider work they do across football, beyond the LGBTQ+ Hub.

There will be a BIG pitchside flag display for all to get involved in. Plus, the best opportunity of networking for groups in 7 years!

We all love a social. After the event there will be the opportunity to attend a social gathering at a local bar.

Our charity partner is - The Spencer Trust. All ticket proceeds will be donated to the charity.

Info: Sign in, collect your wristband, grab some refreshments and connect with fellow attendees before the Forum gets underway. The day will begin with a BIG supporters’ group flag display pitchside, followed by a welcome address.

Info: A range of workshops & presentations throughout the afternoon. Sessions will be updated as they are confirmed.

Info: Liz will lead our State of Play discussion, exploring LGBTQ+ supporter experiences, progress towards inclusion, the challenges that remain, and the role of intersectionality in creating truly inclusive football environments. There will be a Q&A with Liz at the end of the talk.

Info: This session will empower LGBTQ+ supporter groups to feel confident of what to do when reporting incidents of discrimination should they witness or personally experience this within football. KiO will share insights into our gender identity and sexual orientation related reporting statistics, as well as explain the process of what happens when you do report. KiO will also highlight the support we offer to victims, as well as our restorative justice sessions and education we provide to rehabilitate offenders of discrimination.

Info: Whilst enjoying the afternoon break, Nottingham Forest will be providing stadium tours for attendees. This will be coordinated on the day by the FSA and the football club.

Info: During this workshop, How Creativity Can Inspire Fan Activism, Laura draws on her own journey to explore how supporter groups can leverage photography, art, fashion, and storytelling to build a distinct collective identity and champion equality, all while embracing the power of authentic creative expression over the trap of perfectionism.

Info: This session will explore practical ways to grow your supporters' group, attract new LGBTQ+ supporters and allies, while using social media and events to build an active and engaged community. Participants will also consider how to work positively with clubs, trusts and foundations, and identify key campaign opportunities throughout the football season. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with clear actions they can implement.

Info: Event wrap up & distribution of Supporter Group Toolkits

Info: Just two minutes from the Robin Hood Suite, we’ve got a cosy independent venue lined up for everyone after Stronger Together. Great beers, proper welcoming atmosphere, memorabilia from clubs all over, and a space that’s ours from 5:30 onwards.

The perfect space to keep the conversations from the event going as well as networking with other guests. There’ll be screens that will have the England game on for anyone who wants to watch!

Event venue

The City Ground, The City Ground, West Bridgford, United Kingdom

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