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The Strong Side
@thestrongside.bsky.social
Empowering football communities worldwide with trauma-informed, gender-equitable Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD). Uniting fans, athletes, + clubs to prevent gender-based violence.

https://m.mtrbio.com/the-strong-side
We're still pinching ourselves!

Back in August, our team got front row seats to one of @beijafloroficial Samba School’s rehearsals

We're so looking forward to a continued partnership with the Rio de Janeiro Carnival League and Carnaval 2027!
February 13, 2026 at 10:44 PM
But there is a better way forward, where we can all be safe and have our drinks, too

Learn more at thestrongside.team

#TheStrongSide #SafeStadium #FootballForAll #GameDaySafety #ViolencePrevention
January 27, 2026 at 5:42 PM
The increase in match day violence is widely recognized, yet still lacks a sustainable solution capable of driving meaningful cultural change

That's where we come in

Because everyone deserves to feel safe ~ in the stands, in their communities, and in their homes
January 21, 2026 at 1:03 PM
January 1, 2026 at 5:02 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 31, 2025 at 5:03 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 28, 2025 at 5:02 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 27, 2025 at 5:02 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 25, 2025 at 5:03 PM
9 Resolutions to #FightForward in the New Year 

In 2026, I will ... 

#TheStrongSide #NewYearsResolutions
December 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Happy Merry  
Yule  
Christmas 
Hanukkah  
Krampusnacht 
Kwanzaa  
Saturnalia 
Bodhi Day 
Boxing Day 
National Cookie Day 
New Years 

Wherever + whatever you’re celebrating this holiday season, we wish you Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year! ✨
December 23, 2025 at 5:48 PM
There isn't any other arena we'd rather be in ⚽️

#16Days #UNiTE #OrangeTheWorld #TheStrongSide
December 10, 2025 at 11:14 AM
The data is in: sport is one of the single most powerful tools we have to create a world that is safe, inclusive, equitable, and empowering for all 

#16Days #UNiTE #OrangeTheWorld #TheStrongSide
December 10, 2025 at 11:05 AM
What does a future free from violence look like?

Also: this👇🏻

#16Days #UNiTE #OrangeTheWorld #TheStrongSide
December 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
What does a future free from violence look like?

This, this is what it looks like👇🏻

#16Days #UNiTE #OrangeTheWorld #TheStrongSide
December 10, 2025 at 10:55 AM
What does a world free from violence look like?

A world in which football is the world's most inclusive game — a model of dignity, safety, and opportunity in and through sport — for all 

#16Days #UNiTE #OrangeTheWorld #TheStrongSide
December 10, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Orange is a symbol of a brighter future free from violence 🧡

As we wrap this years #OrangeTheWorld on Human Rights Day, we wonder ... 

What does a world free from violence look like? 

And how can we be apart of it?

#16Days #UNiTE #TheStrongSide
December 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
5+ ways joining The Strong Side supports #OrangeTheWorld this season ➡️ 

6. Download our free fan book safety eBook from our website ➡️ thestrongside.team

#16Days #UNiTE  #TheStrongSide
December 8, 2025 at 12:30 PM
5+ ways joining The Strong Side supports #OrangeTheWorld this season ➡️ 

5. User (and brand!) friendly mobile app integration with resources for in and out of the stadium

#16Days #UNiTE  #TheStrongSide
December 8, 2025 at 12:25 PM
5+ ways joining The Strong Side supports #OrangeTheWorld this season ➡️ 

4. Daily outreach in local communities

#16Days #UNiTE  #TheStrongSide
December 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
5+ ways joining The Strong Side supports #OrangeTheWorld this season ➡️ 

3. Trauma-informed security personnel 

#16Days #UNiTE  #TheStrongSide
December 8, 2025 at 12:15 PM
5+ ways joining The Strong Side supports #OrangeTheWorld this season ➡️ 

2. Mens and boys programming

#16Days #UNiTE  #TheStrongSide
December 8, 2025 at 12:10 PM
5+ ways joining The Strong Side supports #OrangeTheWorld this season ➡️ 

1. Specialized violence prevention training and Gameday Safety training 

#16Days #UNiTE  #TheStrongSide
December 8, 2025 at 12:08 PM