Social prevention and pedagogic activities against spectator violence: Overview of situation in Germany and the Czech Republic Cover Image

Sociální prevence a pedagogické aktivity proti diváckému násilí: přehled situace v Německu a v České republice
Social prevention and pedagogic activities against spectator violence: Overview of situation in Germany and the Czech Republic

Author(s): Miroslav Mareš, Marek Suchánek
Subject(s): Education, Studies in violence and power, Sports Studies
Published by: Masarykova univerzita nakladatelství
Keywords: Spectator violence, education; prevention projects; fans;

Summary/Abstract: This paper deals with social prevention and pedagogic activities in the field of countering spectator violence (interconnected with sport). General framework of the whole issue is realized. Highly developed activities of the governmental as well as non-governmental sphere in Germany are described (streetwork, crisis intervention, individual assistance etc.). German experiences are confronted with experiences from the Czech Republic (association Pro Fotbal Fans, for example). Role of international organization is mentioned (mostly Council of Europe, UEFA and FIFA, including Fans Embassies project). Recommendations for educational sphere in the Czech Republic are included in conclusion.

  • Issue Year: 7/2013
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 111-120
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Czech