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Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance Statement 

December 6, 2023

Today, we acknowledge the government's announcement regarding the "Hillsborough Now" reforms, and as we have waited 6 years for today's news, we will also take our time to consider our response to the findings.

As the Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance, we are the only active support group dedicated to those affected by the events at Hillsborough, we wish to reaffirm our commitment to providing unwavering support for anyone triggered by the memories and aftermath of that fateful day.

Our organisation stands as a beacon of empathy and understanding, offering a safe space for individuals grappling with the enduring emotional and psychological toll of the Hillsborough disaster. In light of today's developments, we want to make it clear that our doors are always open, and our dedicated team is ready to listen and provide professional help to those in need.

The journey towards healing is unique for each individual, and we are here to support all those impacted by the tragedy. Our mission is to foster a community of strength, resilience, and mutual support, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to assisting anyone navigating the complex emotions associated with the Hillsborough events.

For those seeking solace, guidance, or a compassionate ear, please know that the Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance is here for you. Together, as a united community, we can continue to work towards healing and ensuring that the memories of April 15, 1989, are met with the empathy and support they deserve.

Petition Against Hate Chants

A petition to make chanting about tragedies and death at a football match a criminal offence has been launched in an attempt to prevent further incidents from happening. Twice in the space of four days, Premier League clubs have issued apologies condemning their own fans for such chants, but there is little that can be done to stop them. This petition could go some way to helping eradicating these vile chants from all stadiums. Please sign the petition Here

Welcome to the Nottingham Forest FC Supporters

The Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance (HSA) are proud to announce the launch of the new Nottingham Forest Fans Section on our website. To visit the new section, click Here

Chelsea Supporters Sing Hate Chants Again

Once more, we are saddened to hear Chelsea supporters again singing vile hate chants about Hillsborough at the game at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday 4th April 2023. Chelsea FC have also issued a statement condemning the chants made by their own fans, which can be read Here.

Once more, The Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance (HSA) would like to thank Chelsea FC for making a statement so swiftly regarding the hate/tragedy chants at Stamford Bridge from a large number of home supporters. As the only active support group for Hillsborough survivors, HSA would welcome a representative of Chelsea FC to contact us directly to work on what actions will be put in place to help eradicate these hate/ tragedy chants from our stadiums.

Manchester City Supporters Sing Hate Chants Again

We were saddened to hear Manchester City supporters once more singing hate chants about Hillsborough at the recent game at the Etihad on Saturday 1st April 2023. Manchester City FC have issued a statement condemning the chants made by their own fans, which can be read Here.

The Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance (HSA) would like to thank Manchester City FC for making a statement so swiftly regarding the hate/tragedy chants at the Etihad from a large section of home supporters. As the only active support group for Hillsborough survivors, HSA would welcome a representative of Manchester City FC to contact us directly to work on what actions will be put in place to help eradicate these hate/ tragedy chants from our stadiums.

Nottingham Forest Fans - Book of Support

On Thursday March 18th 2022, NFFC fans travelled to Liverpool, ahead of the FA Cup game the following Saturday, and presented us with the Nottingham Forest Book of Support. This contains quotes from NFFC fans, who were at Hillsborough on April 15th 1989. The book was presented to us at Anfield and is now held  in the Liverpool FC Museum at Anfield, but images can be viewed and downloaded from our Media Section by clicking Here

2022 Champions League Final Report Published

UEFA has published the Report produced by the Independent Review Panel led by Dr. Brandão Rodrigues, which investigated the events surrounding the UEFA Champions League Final played in Paris on 28 May 2022.  The report can be found Here and a statement from UEFA Here

Details of the report were leaked on Sky Sports News on Monday 13th February 2023 ahead of the Merseyside Derby which took place later that evening.  Liverpool FC were disapointed by the way in which the report was leaked and issued the following statement:

"It’s hugely disappointing that a report of such significance, such importance to football supporters’ lives and future safety, should be leaked and published in this way. It’s been over eight months of work by the independent panel and it is only right and proper to publish the contents of the report to our supporters appropriately.

We will await to receive a copy of the report and digest it thoroughly before making any further comment."

Manchester City Fan Condems Fellow Supporters for Hate Chants

HSA have received an email from a Manchester City fan who has expressed his disgust of the hate chants aimed at Liverpool fans at the game at Anfield on Sunday 16th October 2022. 

As a life-long Manchester City supporter, please can I take this moment to express my sincere apologies for the disgusting, vile behaviour of some of our fans on Sunday. My friends and colleagues who are also City supporters agree 100% with my sentiments - there should never ever be room for such moronic, cowardly and poisonous conduct and I, for one, would be first to endorse a life-long ban on the perpetrators. The tragedy of Hillsborough still sits heavily in my heart - because, even as a Mancunian, I walked the streets of Liverpool that evening witnessing the awful silent return of Liverpool (and fair play, Everton) fans returning from the semi finals. That shocking event could have happened to any club and to any group of supporters. Please - if you are able - convey the sentiments of myself, my City-supporting colleagues and - I sincerely hope - the vast majority of decent, honest City fans everywhere when we pass on our deepest apologies. Football rivalry is fine ... but there are times when the greater family of true football fans should unite ... and never walk alone. I am not expecting a response - nor should anyone feel an obligation to respond - but if a response is deemed appropriate, please use the email rather than phone contact. Thank you.

HSA would like to take the opportunty to say thank you for your comments and understanding, and would hope for a similar response from your club

European Champions League Final

Stade de France

Following the events that took place outside the Stade de France on Saturday May 28th 2022, HSA have setup a support group on Whatsapp for anyone that was in Paris and that needs support.

Those interested in joining can sign up Here

Meetings

Details of the next meeting will be published here soon. For further details and how to attend, please visit our new meeting page Here

ITV Drama - Anne

Last year, ITV broadcast a four-part documentary series about the story of Hillsborough campaigner Anne Williams’ battle for justice following the Hillsborough Disaster that occurred on 15th April 1989. The series started on Sunday 2nd January 2022 and concluded on Wednesday 5th January 2022. The prgramme is available on ITV Hub for those who missed the original broadcast, but want to watch the series.

If you, or anyone you know are affected by the events of Hillsborough, the Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance is here to provide support. To contact us, please click the link here

Nottingham Forest Fans

The Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance recognises the impact of the disaster on the Nottingham Forest fans that were at Hillsborough on 15th April 1989.  Recently, Forest fan Peter Hillier from Nottingham and Liverpool fan Anne Ayre, who were both at Hillsborough on that day, gave live radio interviews to Sarah Julian on BBC Radio Nottingham. To listen to the interviews, click the link here

Our Therapy

HSA are proud to announce that they have developed a new therapy, designed by survivors, for survivors.
The therapy is called

Hillsborough Transformational Recovery Model™ known as HTRM™

As of 13/02/2023, HSA has helped more than 150 people access this therapy with 98% success rate. That's 98% feeling the benefits & living a better life.

This therapy is not available on the NHS and is funded by donations to HSA. The therapy is open to all that were at Hillsborough on the day, that are still struggling with the events that happened. We are pleased to announce that of the 150+ people that have been through our therapy, 3 have been Nottingham Forest fans.

The HSA raises funds towards and organises therapy for all those directly affected by the events of the Hillsborough Disaster. It is also involved in the provision of Hillsborough related educational modules and presentations for schools. It can be reached at www.hsa-us.co.uk and donations can be made here 

The Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance ( HSA) is a registered not for profit company (Company Registration Number 11833734).

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