SV Werder Bremen have been active against discrimination and racism for years - whether that's on the pitch, in the stands, with their partners or in...
SV Werder Bremen have been active against discrimination and racism for years - whether that's on the pitch, in the stands, with their partners or in...
SV Werder Bremen have been active against discrimination and racism for years - whether that's on the pitch, in the stands, with their partners or in their fan clubs. Fairness, tolerance and consideration are the values for which the Green-Whites take a stance. Also included in the effort is supporting the "International weeks against racism", which began last Monday.
Football overcomes borders and builds bridges between people of various origin, skin colour, language, culture and religion. Some 80,000 amateur or professional football matches take place every week in Germany, bringing together millions of people as players, referees or spectators. In this football family, fair play and mutual respect rank first.
"Racism is not a football problem, but a societal one. Certain individuals use the enthusiasm for our sport as a stage for xenophobic activities. But we will not just sit by and watch," said Werder manager and club president Klaus-Dieter Fischer.
Together with the 36 clubs from the Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2, the Bundesliga Foundation once again is supporting the "International Weeks against Racism" from the intercultural council of Germany. We urge all football enthusiasts to get involved in this effort and take a stance against racism and discrimination. Every personal involvement can change something.
This year's "International Weeks against Racism" takes place from 11-24 March 2014.
