Respect

CREATE A FUN, SAFE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT

Watch how the difference between positive and negative coaching can have on massive impact on our players, the environment and the game.

Creating the right environments for our players, both on and off the pitch is so important. Even though your role could be slightly different from someone else within your club or league, it’s important that we all play our part in creating a fun, safe and inclusive environment.

The Respect codes of conduct are in place to ensure that everyone involved within an FA Charter Standard club or league is playing their part to give the players a positive experience.

We have individual Respect codes of conduct for:

Young Players
Adult Players
Coaches, Team Managers and Club Officials
Spectators and Parents/Carers
Match Officials

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD POSTERS TO PROMOTE POSITIVITY AT YOUR CLUB

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD SOCIAL MEDIA ASSETS TO SHARE THROUGH YOUR CLUB'S PLATFORMS

Please help us to create more positive environment for all to enjoy by downloading and promoting all the resources below:

Cheshire FA Yellow Armband — Yellow Armbands for U18 Referees

I’m involved with a local club and I’ve seen some poor behaviour and I’d like to report it, what should I do next?

Within your club you will have a Welfare officer, you can gain his or her details from your club secretary (if you’re not aware who this is). Please speak to them ASAP after the incident and they will be able to action the next steps, depending on the seriousness of the incident.

What is a Respect Champion?

Someone who promotes all the behaviours (for example fairness, integrity, inclusion and leadership). This could be someone within a club or league and is not a formal role. Why not have more than one!

Is funding available to help promote Respect?

Yes, there is a Respect equipment scheme which the FA delivers in partnership with the Football Foundation. You can visit by clicking here.

How can I engage with my county FA to promote good practice for Respect via social media?

Your County FA would love to hear some positive work being carried out for Respect. If your County FA is on social media, simply use their handle and engage using #ForRespect. Share your message and a picture. Please note, if you are taking pictures of children and using for social media, consent will need to be given by the child’s parent/guardian/carer.

I’d like to pilot a new programme or initiative for Respect, who should I speak to for advice?

Please contact the Respect Champion or County Welfare officer at your County FA. They would be happy to hear your ideas and can provide you with some constructive feedback.

Whose responsibility is it to lead on Respect?

Everyone is responsible and should play their part in creating safe, fun and inclusive environments. No matter what your role is, let’s work together to unite the game.

Can the County FA help me run a Respect workshop for my club or league

Yes, absolutely. County FAs are happy to work with individuals/groups that wish to champion Respect. Please send details of your workshop to your Respect contact.

Get In Touch

T: 01606 871 166

E: Safeguarding@CheshireFA.com

For the national FA please contact Respect@thefa.com