Exclusive ‘Red against Racism’ event for members
Exclusive ‘Red against Racism’ event for members "What can I do specifically if I hear discriminatory slogans in the stadium? ” The question comes from the middle of the room. A lively discussion ensues at the Millerntorstadion: No small talk, no platitudes - experiences are discussed, as are insecurities, doubts and people’s common desire to improve their commitment to diversity.
The event ‘Two clubs - one attitude: best practices against discrimination’ is a safe space in which 30 members of FC Bayern and FC St. Pauli meet openly. Over 200 FCB members had registered for the workshop, explained Benny Folkmann, managing director of FC Bayern e.
V. and, alongside Andreas Werner, head of the club's ‘ Red against Racism ’ initiative. However, the framework was "deliberately kept small in order to create a safe space in which we can all learn from each other and engage in discussions".
This is the third time the two clubs have implemented a joint activation on the issue of diversity. "When two clubs, which at first glance often appear to be located in different worlds in terms of sport and culture, act as one on a particular issue, it sends a message," said Folkmann: "Combating discrimination is not a question of club colours. It's a shared responsibility.
" Oke Göttlich, president of FC St. Pauli, agreed: "Clubs are incredibly important cells for democratic coexistence. Last year, with our members, we were guests of FC Bayern, and now we're sitting here together at the Millerntor - we're proud of what has developed here between us.