The Level Playing Field North Forum will take place at AMT Headingley on Tuesday 27 January and registration is now open to all.

Disabled sports fans, disabled supporters’ associations, club staff and other key stakeholders will come together for discussions on access and inclusion.

This first event of its kind to be staged in West Yorkshire marks the second stop on the current tour of regional forums, following November’s in Southampton, and will build on the successes of trips to the Etihad Stadium and Deepdale, in recent years.

Feedback received on each of those occasions was overwhelmingly positive and the charity is delighted to be hosted for its first-ever forum at a rugby league stadium, by Betfred Super League club Leeds Rhinos.

AMT Headingley has been home to the Rhinos for more than a century and last month, was the setting for the climax of the Ashes series between England and Australia. The venue adjoins with the cricket ground, where Yorkshire County Cricket Club play and England secured a victory against India in the summer.

Sports fans and industry professionals will therefore all feel welcome, on a day which will be dedicated to fostering inclusion.

Date: Tuesday 27 January
Time: 11am-4pm
Venue: AMT Headingley Stadium

Register to attend as a fan or disabled supporters’ association representative

Register to attend from a club or an organisation

Why Attend?

The Level Playing Field North Forum will foster meaningful connections and discussions between people from different parts of the region’s sporting landscape.

This event will provide a unique opportunity to participate in working groups, discussions, and break-out sessions.

1. Collaboration and Working Groups: Share your insights, ideas, and challenges. Working groups will facilitate constructive dialogue, allowing all to collectively work towards a more inclusive and accessible sporting experience.
2. Break-out Sessions: Explore specific topics of interest with attendees. These sessions will provide a platform for you to engage in deep conversations and share your experiences.
3. Networking: One of the most valuable aspects of this forum is the opportunity to network with fellow supporters, club representatives, and industry experts. We want to provide the opportunity to forge new connections and build relationships that can create lasting positive change.

How to Register:

Space for the Level Playing Field North Forum is limited. Attendees are advised that future forums across the Midlands and Wales might be more convenient. The Level Playing Field Midlands Forum will be hosted by Notts County, on Wednesday 4 February and further details can be found here.

Please visit our event registration page on this link for fans and disabled supporters’ association members, or this link for those looking to attend in their role at a club or other organisation, to register and obtain further details.

More Information Closer to the Date:

We understand that you may have questions or need more details about the event as the date approaches. We will provide additional information, such as transport links, stadium entrance point, the detailed agenda, specific topics for break-out sessions, and possible guest speaker announcements in the coming weeks.

We look forward to welcoming you to Leeds. Your presence and active participation are vital in making this forum a resounding success.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to email: info@levelplayingfield.org.uk