Anti-bullying campaign backs Glasgow football school
ANTI-BULLYING campaign Respectme has added one of Glasgow’s biggest football schools to its list of backers.
Pollok United Soccer Academy has joined the charity as a supporter and introduced anti-bullying workshops into its training regime
Andy Elliot, of the academy, which is affiliated with city club Pollok FC said: “It is a great opportunity for the academy to engage with our members and ensure this anti-bullying campaign reaches as many young folk in our community as possible.
“Pollok United Soccer Academy are delighted to be able to engage with Respectme through football and hope that other community based clubs sign up for this campaign.”
The workshops form part of the #ChooseRespect campaign which is now in its second stage.
Young people attending the sessions are asked to explore their attitudes to difference and think about respect and inclusion in their communities.
Katie Ferguson, service director at Respectme is delighted to have the academy among its backers.
She said: “Learning about celebrating difference and respect from influential figures such as coaches and players is hugely powerful and very impactful for young people, which is why we’re really grateful to have a club like Pollok United Soccer Academy on board.”