We are the Proud Sky Blues
WHO WE ARE
We are a group of Sky Blues fans who just so happen to be part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally. Many of our members live locally and attend games regularly, either as season ticket holders or as often as possible, but we also have members who live abroad and follow CCFC from afar.
Our group was established in August 2023 and received official recognition from Coventry City Football Club shortly thereafter. We currently have more than 100+ members, and we expect that number to continue growing considerably over time.
We’re passionate about engaging with both the broader fanbase and the LGBTQ+ community while highlighting issues that concern LGBTQ+ fans. We believe in being an inclusive group and encourage fellow fans to engage and speak with us.
Unfortunately, discrimination and abuse still occur in football. As recently as the 2023/24 season, KickItOut alone received 1,332 reports of discrimination, the highest number ever received by the charity in a single season.
Despite some small signs of things improving, for instance, the number of reports received from grassroots (down 24%) and professional football (down 9%) have fallen. However, hate and discrimination have moved online. KickItOut received 65 reports of LGBTQ+ hate in the 2023/24 season (up from 43). Also worryingly, reports of transphobia online have risen by as much as 183%.
We believe any number of incidents of LGBTQ+ hate should never be tolerated, and we’re determined to help create a more inclusive environment around football.
We’re here to promote inclusivity within the beautiful game and provide a safe space for fans to meet up and be themselves. Our goal is to be a visible and vibrant part of the Coventry City family and to engage with the Club on LGBTQ+ issues in football.
WHY ARE WE HERE?
WHO WE ARE
We are a group of Sky Blues fans who just so happen to be part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally. Many of our members live locally and attend games regularly, either as season ticket holders or as often as possible, but we also have members who live abroad and follow CCFC from afar.
Our group was established in August 2023 and received official recognition from Coventry City Football Club shortly thereafter. We currently have more than 100+ members, and we expect that number to continue growing considerably over time.
We’re passionate about engaging with both the broader fanbase and the LGBTQ+ community while highlighting issues that concern LGBTQ+ fans. We believe in being an inclusive group and encourage fellow fans to engage and speak with us.
WHY ARE WE HERE?
Unfortunately, discrimination and abuse still occur in football. As recently as the 2023/24 season, KickItOut alone received 1,332 reports of discrimination, the highest number ever received by the charity in a single season.
Despite some small signs of things improving, for instance, the number of reports received from grassroots (down 24%) and professional football (down 9%) have fallen. However, hate and discrimination have moved online. KickItOut received 65 reports of LGBTQ+ hate in the 2023/24 season (up from 43). Also worryingly, reports of transphobia online have risen by as much as 183%.
We believe any number of incidents of LGBTQ+ hate should never be tolerated, and we’re determined to help create a more inclusive environment around football.
We’re here to promote inclusivity within the beautiful game and provide a safe space for fans to meet up and be themselves. Our goal is to be a visible and vibrant part of the Coventry City family and to engage with the Club on LGBTQ+ issues in football.
