Chelsea Women have partnered with Hammersmith and Fulham Council to give free home match tickets to women and children accessing the council's domestic abuse services.
One of the guests at last week's game against Man City said, “It was a great experience to see the power of women. I was also thinking about how powerful it is for the women who came to watch the match, as many them come from social backgrounds where women have no rights and men are the ones who mainly watch football, let alone play it, whilst women are expected look after them serve them tea and snacks and so on while they watch the match on the TV. Being in a famous stadium and watching the football live was so powerful. Thanks a lot for this experience.’
These visitors came with the support of local council officers.
Chelsea said: We hope that in a small way, this experience will have provided some relief and respite for the women and children who joined us – and we look forward to welcoming them again in the coming months.
Cllr Rebecca Harvey, H&F cabinet member for social inclusion and community safety, added, 'Supporting women to rebuild their lives means recognising that healing happens in many different ways. Sometimes it's through practical help and moments of joy like watching world-class female athletes compete at the highest level.
'We're delighted that Chelsea FC Women shares our commitment to supporting survivors of violence against women and girls.'
The club and the borough are committed to tackling violence against women and girls.
This is part of the club's commitment to making football a safer, more inclusive space for everyone.
The Chelsea women’s game matchday programme will be a page of information on reporting harassment and domestic violence.
Chelsea is also one of the Premier League clubs working with White Ribbon UK, a leading charity working to end violence against women and girls by engaging men and boys in challenging harmful behaviours and attitudes.
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