The head of Kick It Out, Samuel Okafor, expressed concern over the rising levels of abuse in English football, calling it a "crisis point." Following incidents involving players such as Khadija Shaw and Joe Willock, who faced racist abuse, the organization noted a surge in reports of discrimination. Okafor remains optimistic about recent initiatives, including the upcoming Football Governance Bill mandating clubs to address Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), and hopes that these measures will foster a more inclusive environment in football.
The level of abuse in English football has "reached crisis point," with reports of racism and misogyny on the rise after recent incidents involving players.
Kick It Out's chief executive, Samuel Okafor, emphasized the need for action following shocking abuse incidents, stating that the reports are coming in every week.
The Football Governance Bill aims to enhance clubs' accountability towards Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) targets, which is viewed as pivotal for creating meaningful change.
Okafor highlighted the opportunity for football to transform into a more inclusive environment, emphasizing the importance of addressing discrimination and under-representation in the sport.
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