1. FC Köln rolls for diversity and tolerance through Cologne!

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Innenstadt, Deutschland - On Sunday, the 1st FC Köln celebrated again at the Colognepride . In pouring rain, over 1.1 million people on the streets of Cologne showed that diversity and tolerance are very popular in our society. The FC was part of the CSD parade for the eleventh time and marched with around 350 fans, members and employees in colorful outfits and rainbow accessories. "Diversity is our strength" was the motto of the association, which shone impressively.

The parade, which started at 11:30 a.m. on the Deutzer Bridge, introduced the festively decorated city center and intended all participants at a sense of community. With a lot of enthusiasm, FC not only presented itself on the parade car, at car position 48 as a tribute to the founding year 1948, but also offered insights into blind football and diversity merch in its own arena. The prominent representatives on the car included FC President Werner Wolf, Vice President Carsten Wettich, Managing Director Philipp Türoff as well as players and coaches.

a strong sign for equality

FC captain Timo Hüber emphasized the importance of the CSD for equality and acceptance. In this context, FC Köln is a strong model in German professional football, which is actively involved in discrimination and social cohesion. On the occasion of the upcoming international weeks against racism, the ​​17. The club calls to obtain a clear position against racism until March 30, 2025 .

As part of this campaign, the message "Together! Stop Hate. Be a team." increasingly spread. This initiative, which has been running since 2012 and is supported by the DFL, combines over 36 professional clubs in the Bundesliga and the 2nd Bundesliga. The FC Foundation plays an active role here by organizing projects that deal with topics such as diversity, fairness, hatred, violence and racism.

diversity in football

In the course of the campaign "Live as you are", 1. FC Köln regularly sets accents for a society -free society. The FC Stadium Academy Workshops will offer awareness of diversity and inclusion, and the topic of discrimination will also be on the agenda at the next home game against RB Leipzig. In addition, FC is involved in inclusion, including through cooperation with the Rhineland Landscape Association.

The including the LVR stands offers space for 90 people with disabilities at carnival days. Such measures show that FC Köln is firmly rooted in social interaction and that diversity and respect lives very practical. Not only on the pitch, but also away from it, the club has a good hand to carry its messages into the world and have a say in what is important in society.

With an all -round successful appearance at the CSD and a clear commitment to diversity and integration, FC Köln sets a strong sign - both for fans and for players and the entire city.