November 29, 2019 - 1803 views
Whether it's cheering or competing, we are all at our best when we feel part of the team. But 4 in 10 LGBT people don’t think sport is welcoming.
As part of Stonewall's campaign to make sport more inclusive and tackle the scourge of homophobia, RGC is getting on side with their contribution to the Rainbow Laces project. The campaign runs through to Sunday 7th December.
Rainbow Laces has helped foster positive attitudes towards LGBT people in sport and persuaded allies to play their part.
Many LGBT people live and breathe sport, however, according to Stonewall research, 43% of LGBT people think public sporting events aren’t welcoming for them.
Sport has an amazing power to bring people together. Following and taking part provides community, energy and a sense of belonging.
Stonewall is encouraging people to:
Step up and play your part, others will follow.
Challenge anti-LGBT language. Celebrate LGBT people in sport. Share your story.
Wear your Rainbow Laces and show you care.
Play your part, bring Rainbow Laces into your community and Come Out Active during this year’s campaign.
Do something active while wearing your rainbow laces, raise vital funds for Stonewall and tell everyone why you support LGBT equality in sport.
For more details about the campaign and to play your part visit http://northwalesrugby.wales/home/
