FIFPRO has assisted and continues to help multiple players who have suffered sexual abuse in professional football.
Many such cases occur because of unchecked power held by those who can make or break dreams of young footballers. Often, abusive practices are not acted on, or acted on with too much leniency.
In light of the recurrent incidents around the world, we are publishing a report – ‘No More Silence’ - with a view to prevent and better manage abuse in football.
Our recommendations include the following:
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In April, FIFPRO held a workshop with more than 40 player unions about how to assist players reporting sexual abuse. The workshops were led by Kat Craig, a FIFPRO advisor who has assisted hundreds of athletes across multiple sports.
Both FIFPRO and player unions recognize we can do more to assist players.
The following are among our commitments.