The ECB is committed to ensuring that cricket is a game for everyone. To achieve this the Cricket Regulator, have a dedicated team which diligently work to eliminate discrimination and promote the ECB’s ambition to be the most inclusive team sport.
Our work includes:
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Managing cases and addressing incidents of discrimination.
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Developing & delivering educational training packages to upskill the network.
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Supporting underrepresented communities within cricket; and relevant cricket organisations, such as Clubs, Leagues and County Boards/Foundations.
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Promote reporting discrimination both nationally and locally.
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Liaison with internal ECB teams to recommend improvements, update policies, guidance etc.
How to share a concern
To share a concern regarding discrimination please click here.
Youth Boundary Training
This new module is a step forward in our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive cricket community. It covers key areas such as: understanding why tackling discrimination is important, recognise the different forms of discrimination, learn how to report incidents appropriately and confidently within cricket.
This course is open to all young cricketers aged 12 and above, but it is specifically designed for 15-16 year olds.
How long does it take to complete?
The training takes 30 minutes approximately to complete. It is designed for a classroom environment delivery to a group of attendees for impactful engagement, interactions and a fun team quiz to test their understanding.
Why is this training important?
This new youth training is a step forward in our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive cricket community. It reflects the proactive steps we’re taking to address discrimination and to create a safe and welcoming environment for all young cricketers.