Children & Young People
Bullying
You have a right to take part in sport and to do so safely and Rangers is committed to making sure that we provide a safe place for you to enjoy football.
Bullying and/or cyberbullying can happen to any child. It’s not fair and no child should ever have to experience it. Remember you have the right to be protected from harm, mistreatment and violence.
Bullying can take many shapes and forms:
- Physical – hitting, tripping, kicking
- Emotional – name-calling, teasing, belittling
- Social – isolating, excluding, spreading fake rumours, isolating
- Cyber – harassing, trolling, online threats or exclusion
The effects of bullying can last into adulthood and may result in poor mental health and worst case self-harm or even suicidal thoughts. But one thing’s for sure, it makes you sad, hurt and lonely.
What can you do?
Ignoring the bullying won't make it go away. If you or someone you know is being bullied:
- Tell a trusted adult; your parent, a friend, a teacher or a coach. They can help and support you
- Ignore them and walk away
- Don't get physical (it won't make you feel better)
- Practice confidence & assertiveness
- Find true friends who help you feel safe
- Try journaling (keeping a diary)
- Seek out advice and information from any of the anti-bullying sites below:
If you are ever worried about something, try speaking to your parents/carer or another trusted adult. If you don’t want to do that, then why not contact Childline on 0800 1111.
Going to the match with your mates
Regardless of age, every child is welcome at our stadium and we will aim to make the experience a positive, enjoyable and safe one.
At Rangers FC we fully accept our responsibility to promote, support and safeguard children’s wellbeing but we need you to be prepared also. Please see below advice if you are coming to the match with friends:
- Plan how you will travel to and from the game (subway/train/bus/car/walk)
- Consider peak travel times
- Ensure you have sufficient money to pay for your ticket
- Consider crowds and ‘away’ fans in the surrounding areas
- Buddy up – meet mates to travel together
- Make sure your mobile phone (if you have one) is charged, and parent/carer numbers are stored
- Ensure your parent/carer is aware that you are attending the match and let them know what time you are likely to be home
- Do not interact and/or engage with individuals who may be disruptive or threatening on the way to and from the match
- Never bring prohibited items into any area of Ibrox Stadium
It’s a big, busy place – if it’s your first time, make sure you stick with your mates at all times and arrange a meeting place in case you become separated from the group.
If you are worried or simply lost your bearings whilst in the stadium, approach a Safeguarding Steward who will do their best to help you and/or reunite you with your mates.
Take responsibility – Be a good fan
- Respect the players, manager, referee and of course our stadium
- Support your team with appropriate songs, chants and encouragement
- Conduct yourself in a way that keeps you and other fans safe
- Set privacy and security settings high and remember to review them regularly
- Choose strong passwords; keep them safe, and review them regularly too
- Check attachments and links before clicking or downloading content
- Take care of the personal information that you share, like your address, mobile number or school
- Don't send semi-naked or naked images or videos of yourself or anyone else (it's a crime)
- Never meet anyone face to face that you have only met online, without speaking to a trusted adult first
- Manage your online reputation by being respectful when posting, sharing goals and accomplishments
- Seek advice from a trusted adult if you are worried about something that you have seen or you have done online, and remember that you can use the block and report buttons if you need to
You can find further advice and information using the sites below: