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Foundation hosts Pride event for partner schools

The participants, who were all members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community, discussed their experiences and socialised with other pupils in an event to mark and celebrate Pride month.

Also present at the event were representatives from charity The Proud Trust, who assisted with running the workshops. They spoke to participants about mental wellbeing, encouraging them to share their thoughts and feelings on issues surrounding LGBTQ+, also passing on advice and coping mechanisms that can be used to manage certain situations.

Alex Wilson, inclusion manager for Manchester United Foundation, said: “For us it’s all about inclusivity, which is a main focus for the Foundation.