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“I thought it was an excellent day (even the sandwiches were good!) and a great opportunity to meet and mix with a huge range of DSAs from pretty much every part of the football family plus even a Rugby representative. “- Chas Banks, Manchester United DSA Secretary

Level Playing Field (LPF) is delighted to announce the appointment of Joanna Deagle as the newest member of our board of trustees.

Four years ago Crawley Town FC’s Disabled Supporters’ Association (DSA) persuaded the Club to help them introduce audio described (AD) commentaries to help partially sighted supporters and others who may benefit. It’s a specialised style of commentary which requires training.

On the 9th of May the house took note of the issues facing disabled people and the potential for improved treatment and outcomes in the next 50 years.

Level Playing Field has teamed up with the Football Supporters Federation and the Northern Premier League to help non-league clubs improve access for disabled fans.

With the support of the Foundation, the Premier League and AViDS disabled supporters association, Villa Park have seen the opening of a new sensory room.

This week, from 6th to 12th May, is Deaf Awareness Week. Many different organisations are working together in a joint campaign to promote their work within the broad spectrum of deafness.

Level Playing Field (LPF) is delighted to announce the appointment of Daniel Townley as our new Development Officer.

“I keep going to the games because they're my club, I’m definitely not going for glamorous conditions" - Rebeca Richards Hartlepool Town supporter

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