In keeping with its continued commitment to inclusivity, the Camogie Association has announced the launch of PRIDE Round.
This initiative will designate a round of the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Championship as the "PRIDE Round" to cultivate a safe and welcoming environment for every member of the Camogie Family and the wider community.
Speaking at the launch event, Uachtarán of the Camogie Association, Hilda Breslin, expressed her desire for inclusivity. "The Camogie Association strives to ensure that its core values including inclusiveness are reflected in our actions," she said.
"As part of this ethos, we are launching for the second year our championship PRIDE Round. We are asking all units and members to engage positively in promoting the message of inclusiveness and diversity throughout our Association. "
Players welcomed the first instalment of the round in 2022, with several key members holding a personal relationship with the topic.
‘It’s personal to me being part of the community’ - Cork’s Hannah Looney, returning from New York, spoke to @ValerieWheeler_ about the camogie PRIDE Round after yesterday's victory over Dublin pic.twitter.com/HWVOYyzbGA
— RTÉ Sport (@RTEsport) June 5, 2022
Tara Flynn, Chief People and I.T. Officer of Glen Dimplex Group reiterated the importance of an equal platform for everybody across the community.
"Inclusivity is the lifeblood of a thriving and healthy culture, whether it be on the pitch or in the workplace," she said.
"Glen Dimplex is proud to align with the Camogie Association’s PRIDE Round and the commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion."
Every member can engage in PRIDE Round by participating in activities that create visibility within their county, presenting an opportunity to celebrate inclusivity and diversity in the game.
Last year, 22 Inter-County teams participated in several activities, sharing them on social media and generating a real buzz around the initiative. As a result, the topic gained a top-10 ranking for Twitter engagements.
This year’s PRIDE Round will take place during the third round of the championship, commencing on June 12th, with fixtures scheduled for the weekend of June 17th and 18th.
The Camogie Association encourages all clubs and counties to join in, and #ShowYourPRIDE for this year’s event. Teams and clubs can register to engage here.
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