Respect
The Grassroots Code: Respect the Standard
Let’s make football better for everyone
The Grassroots Code is here to unite the grassroots game by driving positive Standards of Behaviour we can all get behind.
Good behaviour deserves everyone’s respect
Created from conversations with grassroots clubs across England, we hope you will sign up to The Grassroots Code and show you want to improve behaviour across every all our leagues.
The Standards of Behaviour
• Enjoy The Game: We’re here to enjoy ourselves…win, lose or draw.
• Give Respect: We always treat others as we’d like to be treated.
• Be Inclusive: We embrace our differences…football is a game for everyone.
• Work Together: We’re a team, on and off the pitch.
• Play Safe: We all have a role in safeguarding children.
You can read more about the Standards of Behaviour in The Grassroots Code.
These apply to all players – from age five to senior players – and are available for all our leagues and clubs now.
FIND OUT MORE
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.
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!
Yes, there is a Respect equipment scheme which the FA delivers in partnership with the Football Foundation. You can visit by clicking here.
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.
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.
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
By Phone: 01905 827137
By Email:
safeguarding@worcestershirefa.com
For the national FA please contact Respect@thefa.com
