Northern Inland Football's Pride Round to be held on June 23-25

In a statement, NNSWF said the special rounds were an opportunity to recognise significant community issues and celebrate diversity in football.

The Pride Round will be held on June 23-25 during the internationally celebrated Pride Month.

NNSWF said the round would "promote and support the diversity and inclusion of the LGBTQI+ communities and families within the football community".

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The other NNSWF designated rounds this season include the Heartbeat of Football Heart Health Round (28-30 April); Female Football Week (19-28 May); the Mental Health Round (2-4 June); and the Indigenous Round (30 June-1 July).

Liam Bentley, NNSWF general manager football operations, said 2023 promised to be an exciting year for football in the region.

"Football has a competitive edge over rival codes because of how much we value commitment, responsibility and inclusivity," he said.

"Designated rounds communicate these values within and outside of the premier football community and we invite member zones and community clubs to celebrate these rounds."

Bentley said the designated rounds, "while not mandatory", were "a great opportunity for clubs to engage with their community on important issues".

"NNSWF will provide resources and information to enable clubs to celebrate and support these rounds at club level, to compliment the work being done by NNSWF," he said.

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