Celtic are proudly continuing their support of Show Racism the Red Card’s Match Actions Campaign during our match against Hearts this Sunday, October 22.

Show Racism the Red Card is the UK’s leading anti-racism education charity, working within schools, workplaces, sports, and community organisations to educate children, young people, and adults on challenging prejudice and stereotypes.

Using the power of football is a powerful tool to initiate conversations about anti-racism and our club has supported their messages of tolerance and inclusion for many years. Now more than ever, the importance of active anti-racism cannot be overstated.

Across Scottish football, clubs will show their commitment to anti-racism over one weekend – Friday 20, Saturday 21 and Sunday, October 22.

The Match Actions weekend also takes place during Black History Month and as part of the celebrations, SRtRC are partnering with the National Library of Scotland.

On October 26 at Glasgow’s Kelvinhall, there will be a film screening and discussion about Andrew Watson, Scotland and the world’s first black international footballer.

Billy Singh of Show Racism the Red Cardsaid: “We are delighted with the support for anti-racism that exists within Scottish football and are very proud of our upcoming match actions. However the work must continue.

"We call on our supporters to continue to challenge racism. It is a shared responsibility across the game, from dressing rooms to boardrooms, and from stadiums to social media, to ensure that an anti-racism ethos is maintained throughout the year.

"And please remember that all our teams are made up of different nationalities from all over the world. Migrants make a positive contribution to Scotland and that's something we should celebrate."

Here at Celtic we recognise the importance of being alert to the inequalities that persist due to racism.

A recent SRtRC survey revealed 46 per cent of staff are aware of racist bullying or discrimination in Scottish schools, while 66.4 per cent are aware of pupils expressing misconceptions, stereotypes, or negative attitudes that are racist.

Celtic captain Callum McGregor said: “Once again we're pleased to support this weekend’s anti-racism initiative.

'Celtic has always been an institution open to all ever since its formation in 1888, and we will always welcome everyone to be part of our great club.'

“We are so fortunate to be supported by so many people from all backgrounds and all corners of the world.

"Celtic’s values of openness, inclusion and diversity are something we have always cherished, and we will continue to send the strongest message that discrimination of any kind has no place in football or society.

“Everyone at the Club and the entire Celtic team are once again delighted to support this year’s Show Racism the Red Card campaign."

Kelly Clark, Celtic FC Women’s captain, added: “We're really pleased to show our support for this weekend’s anti-racism initiative.

"Celtic is for everyone and football is for everyone. It is a sport which can always bring people together and anything we can do which encourages tolerance and tackles prejudice is something we should all be right behind.”

Football is a sport that is loved across the world and football matches should be an enjoyable experience for everyone, of all backgrounds.

Education is the key and in the 27 years the Show Racism the Red Card has been running, they have educated over one million participants, reaching that significant milestone in March 2023.

Celtic are proud to support them to reach their next big milestone and to ensure Scotland is equipped with the tools to challenge and eradicate racism from football and society.

Show Racism the Red Card website: www.theredcard.org
SRtRC anti-racism video platform: https://voices.theredcard.org/

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Celtic continue to support Show Racism the Red Card Campaign