Friends & Community

Organizations and voices united by one belief — referees deserve respect.

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We Are Grateful for This Community

Fighting referee abuse is not a solo effort. We are deeply thankful to every individual, organization, and voice out there sharing the same vision — a game where officials are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. The community we've found along the way makes all the difference.

Organizations

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Officially Human

US-Based · Multi-Sport

A leading US-based organization focused on restoring respect to officials across multiple sports. Officially Human works to humanize the officials through advocacy, education, and community building.

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RefShout

UK-Based · Anti-Abuse Campaign

A UK-based anti-abuse campaign dedicated to standing up for referees and fighting verbal and physical abuse at all levels of the game. RefShout amplifies the stories that need to be heard.

Advocates & Voices

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The Human Ref

Instagram · Referee Perspective

Sharing the ref's point of view — raw, honest, and human. A window into what officials experience on and off the pitch, told by someone living it.

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Refs Need Love Too

Podcast · Merch · Community

Run by a US Soccer Certified Mentor and Referee with over 10 years of experience. Hosts a podcast, sells ref gear and merch, and builds community around referee culture and respect.