A number of Leagues and organisations have come together to create and develop Positive Voice fortnight. The message is a simple one, positive voices create positive environments.
In the past many have done silent weekends but it was felt, whilst they have some merit, it stops positive voices from being heard. The scheme took place last season in the Sheffield & District Junior League, and this season many other Leagues and organisations in a collaborative approach are on board.
POSITIVE VOICE Fortnight starts on 8th October. We all hope the event has a long lasting impact to make football more enjoyable for all.
Below are answers to some of the questions that you may have.
How do teams register / sign up?
No need for teams to register. Just print off this information sheet and make sure all your players, coaches, parents and spectators are aware.
We would encourage that this be as much a fun and social occasion as possible.
Only positive comments should be heard from players, coaches and spectators. Clapping would also be seen as being Positive and would be encouraged.
What if we play a team that is not taking part in Positive Voice?
Some teams may have declined to sign up for Positive Voice. However, there is nothing to prevent you circulating leaflets among parents and coaches and inviting support.
How will you know what people thought of the experience?
We will issue survey forms for children, referees, coaches, and parents to complete. We will collate the feedback which should provide vital information for future initiatives.
Is this for a fortnight only ?
Initially it is for a fortnight as a campaign but we hope the impact is long lasting. Dependent on the feedback it is likely that more weekends can be arranged during the season.
What if we don’t have a game scheduled?
Explore the potential for arranging a friendly or perhaps host the Positive Voice on a future date with the agreement of your opponents.
Is this a national event?
This was a Sheffield & District Junior League initiative based on the One Voice Weekend which was held by the League in 2014 and the Positive Voice week held in 2015 as part of the League Respectober programme. This season it has been rolled out, with many other leagues and groups across the country getting involved, making this an national event.
Who is supporting it?
The following are all supporting and joining in, if your League or organisation wants to add its support, email secretary@junleague.com to be added to the list.
Sheffield & District Junior League
Sheffield & Hallamshire Girls County League,
Bud Evans DB Sports U18 League (Sheffield)
Sheffield Referees Association
Doncaster & District Junior League
Junior Premier League
East Lancs Football Alliance
Hull and District Youth Football League
North Wilts Youth League
Grassroots UK
Don’t Cross The Line
What is Respectober?
Respectober was created by and launched in 2013 by the Sheffield & District Junior League and is a month focusing on respect.
Grassroots are proud to support the UK leagues participation in the Positive Voice initiative and call upon all leagues to be involved.
