WE ARE UNITED
A new South Yorkshire-wide initiative bringing together the region’s professional football club charities has been launched to strengthen community cohesion, tackle isolation and improve health and wellbeing.
We Are United is led by Rotherham United Community Trust in partnership with Sheffield Wednesday Community Programme, Sheffield United Community Foundation, Club Doncaster Foundation and Barnsley FC Community Trust. Together, the five organisations will deliver a coordinated programme across ten priority neighbourhoods in South Yorkshire.
We are United is an inclusive football initiative funded through the EFL in the Community Catalyst Fund, with additional support from the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, and aligns closely with regional priorities outlined in the Health is Wealth strategy.
It is aimed at bringing together the diverse ethnic communities in Barnsley through the power of football. The programme seeks to break down barriers between religion and culture, promote diversity, and provide greater opportunities for underrepresented groups in the sport.
Reds Unite
Football has the power to unite communities, and ‘Reds Unite’ is designed to create a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage with the game. The initiative will offer a range of activities, including structured training sessions, community engagement workshops, and mentorship opportunities with experienced coaches and professionals.
Reds Unite aims to:
- Encourage greater participation in football among Black, Asian, and ethnic minority groups.
- Provide a safe and inclusive space for individuals of all skill levels.
- Strengthen community cohesion through the power of sport.
Our session runs – Every Monday
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Indoor Training Centre, Grove Street, S71 1ET
