TheirStories Pride Special: Queer Voices in Football

Whilst women’s football in the UK has long had strong LGBTQ+ representation, and initiatives like Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces are working to increase queer visibility in the game, there are still no openly LGBTQ+ footballers in the Premier League. Queer Voices in Football will draw from the diverse experiences of the women’s game, and grassroots teams who consistently champion queer communities, to assess the progress made, but crucially the work still to be done in ensuring all LGBTQ+ players & fans have a home in football.

In the run up to Pride weekend in London, and on the launch night of the Euros, the panel will reflect on the recent Supreme Court ruling & FA ban on trans women in football, hearing from those directly affected; discussing it’s impact, how we can move forward & the immense work still to do, whilst celebrating these pioneering voices at the forefront of UK football.

Panelists:

Liz Ward - DEI Consultant & Facilitator

Joanie Evans - Ex-player & previous Co-President of the Gay Games

Fae Fulconis - Hackney Women’s FC

Jon Holmes - Editor OutSports

Caz Simone - Huddersfield Town FC

The panel discussion will be followed by a very special spoken word performance performance from Caz Simone, DJs in the Library Lounge, and the opening game of the 2025 Euros will be screened on The Standard’s terrace, so join us for a one off evening of queer intergenerational conversation, connection & celebration.

Presented by The Standard, London.

This is an 18+ event