Lord Herman Ouseley, Kick It Out Founder, Dies

Lord Herman Ouseley, a prominent anti-racism campaigner and founder of Kick It Out, has passed away at the age of 79 after a brief illness. Ouseley, who was born in Guyana and moved to the UK at 12, dedicated over 25 years to combating racism in football through his leadership of the organization, which he founded in 1993. He was known for his fearless advocacy for underrepresented communities and held influential roles, including serving as the Chief Executive of the Commission for Racial Equality and as a life peer in the House of Lords. Kick It Out released a tribute calling him a 'titan' in the fight against discrimination, highlighting his significant impact on raising awareness and promoting structural changes in football. Ouseley was also noted for his outspoken criticism of football authorities, particularly regarding their response to racial abuse incidents. His legacy is set to continue as the organization vows to uphold the principles he championed for future generations.