Using love of the world game to kick out hate


Pictured at Futsal Park ahead of the tournament are Abdulsalam from One Culture Football (centre), and SEDA College student volunteers Patrick and Jasmine.

The Kick Out Hate community soccer tournament will use the power of the world game to bring together young people, discourage anti-social behaviour and raise awareness of the risks of online hate.

To be held on Friday 6 October at Futsal Park, Blair Athol, the event is a collaboration between the Department of Human Services, One Culture Football, SEDA College, the Australian Federal Police community liaison team, and Adelaide United Football Club.

All partner organisations will be represented on the day, with students from SEDA College volunteering their time to help run the tournament.

One Culture Football CEO Nader Ibrahim said the competition would bring together people from many different backgrounds.

"One Culture Football provides opportunities for young people from new arrivals, migrants and First Nations backgrounds to build ties with their community, create interpersonal networks and engage in personal development training," Mr Ibrahim said.

"We’re delighted to be partnering in this tournament which uses the world game to help build confidence among individuals to take control of their lives and make positive choices."

At the tournament, young people will be able to engage directly with the Australian Federal Police community liaison team and staff members from the Department of Human Services Inclusion Support Program.

Registrations for the five-a-side tournament are now open and young people are encouraged to get involved. Numbers are limited to 150 players on the day.

To find out more information and to register, visit One Culture Kick Out Hate Tournament - registrations close Friday 29 September.

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