Jen Beattie

I'm Playing for Pride because I believe everybody has the right to be able to live their true authentic self regardless of their gender, race or who they choose to love. I've always loved working together and being part of a team and truly believe Athlete Ally are building towards a world without transphobia and homophobia, so it is an honour to be a part of it.

This year, I'm aiming to raise $3,000 throughout June, and will be using the number of clean sheets (team defense!) as the metric I'm tracking. I hope you'll join me in whatever way you can to support Athlete Ally's work.

More about Playing for Pride:

In 2017, professional soccer player Austin da Luz saw the LGBTQI+ community in his state come under attack, and started Playing for Pride as a way for professional soccer players to show their support for LGBTQI+ inclusion in and through sport.

Eight years later, we find ourselves in a moment where standing up proudly for the LGBTQI+ community is a critical action of solidarity, community, and love.

Playing for Pride brings together athletes, teams, and leagues to support Athlete Ally's mission of making sports inclusive for the LGBTQI+ community.