Shropshire Football Association Inclusion Advisory Group (IAG) Member Volunteer Opportunity Help shape a more inclusive future for football in Shropshire Shropshire Football Association is seeking enthusiastic and community-minded individuals to join its Inclusion Advisory Group (IAG). This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of grassroots football by providing independent advice, constructive challenge and strategic insight that helps ensure football in Shropshire is welcoming, inclusive and accessible to everyone.
About the Inclusion Advisory Group The Inclusion Advisory Group plays an important role in supporting Shropshire FA to deliver its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Working alongside the Board of Directors and Executive Team, the Group helps shape strategic direction by providing advice, recommendations and community insight to ensure our policies, programmes and services reflect the needs of the diverse communities we serve. The Group also supports the delivery of the Shropshire FA Strategy and Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP), helping to create a safe, caring and inclusive environment for everyone involved in football.
What You'll Do As a member of the Inclusion Advisory Group you will: •
Provide independent advice and constructive challenge to Shropshire FA.
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Help oversee and evaluate inclusion objectives within the Shropshire FA Strategy.
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Support the development and implementation of the Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP). https://issuu.com/shropsfa/docs/diversity_and_inclusion_action_plan_3_
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Review information and data to identify opportunities to improve participation and inclusion.
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Bring knowledge of local communities and emerging issues.
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Assess the equality impact of new initiatives and strategic decisions.
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Promote equality, diversity and inclusion throughout football.
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Act as an ambassador for Shropshire FA within your community.
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Support the monitoring of inclusion objectives and key performance indicators.
Who We're Looking For We're looking for individuals who can bring different perspectives and experiences to our discussions.
You may have experience in: •
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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Underrepresented Communities
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Disability and Accessibility
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Faith Communities
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Inclusive Sport Opportunities
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Women's and Girls' Sport
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Ethnically Diverse Communities
We particularly welcome applications from people who are currently underrepresented within football.
We're Looking For People Who Are: •
Passionate about creating positive change.
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Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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Strategic thinkers with the ability to see the bigger picture.
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Able to provide constructive challenge and independent views.
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Good communicators and active listeners.
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Knowledgeable about local communities across Shropshire.
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Comfortable working collaboratively whilst respecting confidentiality.
Previous football experience is not essential.
Time Commitment •
Approximately four meetings each year
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Around 10–15 hours annually
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Occasional consultation or working group activity where appropriate
Members are expected to attend at least 50% of meetings each year and appointments are normally made for an initial three-year term, with the opportunity for reappointment.
What You'll Gain This is an opportunity to: •
Influence the future direction of grassroots football.
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Help remove barriers to participation.
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Develop governance and strategic leadership experience.
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Work alongside Board members and senior staff.
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Expand your professional network.
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Make a lasting difference within communities across Shropshire.
Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Our Values Everything we do is guided by our values: •
Inclusive
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Innovative
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Inspiring
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Trusted
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Transparent
We believe football should be a game for everyone, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender, sexual orientation or background.
How to Apply Please submit: •
Via the online application link https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/595ed3b3395f4b6b8e26534d447a641b
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Complete the Equality and Diversity Form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/91b053b160d347d487af1f753153ec48
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Closing Date: 18th September 2026
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Andy Weston andy.weston@shropshirefa.com