What you should know
Football has the power to make change
Football speaks to people on a universal level, and players who want to utilise this platform to raise awareness around a particular cause should feel empowered to do so.
FIFPRO supports free speech and social justice
Players who are dedicating their time, energy or money into creating a better world are strongly encouraged by FIFPRO, who will stand with them in solidarity.
Courage to stand up for what you believe in
Very few footballers would label themselves as social activists, or indeed realise the weight that their opinions can hold in society. We encourage players to make use of their unique position to have their voices heard, and help them drive towards positive change.
Redouan El Yaakoubi: "We're making a difference in the lives of children and their parents"
Redouan El Yaakoubi won the FIFPRO Player Activist Award for his work supporting children who are growing up in a challenging environment. Through his foundation Durf te Dromen (Dare to Dream), the Excelsior Rotterdam captain is helping more than 1,000 children.
