Who we are

In 2018, Union took the key step of establishing the Union Foundation, to formalise and enhance its community engagement. In 2022, this evolved into Union Inspires, representing a unified approach that integrates both social and environmental objectives.

Our actions are based on four main pillars

1. Environmental Impact
   We have made a commitment to reduce our environmental impact and launched several initiatives to address our footprint. In 2019, we became the first club to use eco-cups, with the objective of drastically reducing plastic waste. We have also been measuring our annual carbon footprint since 2019-2020, with the goal of halving our emissions by 2030.
    

2. Good Governance
   Since 2021, we have implemented an Anti-Money Laundering policy aimed at combating fraud, corruption, and money laundering.
    

3. Sustainable Partnerships
   We build strong partnerships with organizations that share our vision for a sustainable future. By collaborating with various stakeholders, we multiply our impact and create more meaningful change across our social and environmental initiatives. We have also established a code of conduct for our partners, ensuring their commitment to best practices.
    

4. Social Impact (Fieldwork)
   This pillar encompasses our daily work with various target groups, including social cohesion activities and socio-sporting sessions led by coaches trained in social support. These sessions focus on fostering a sense of belonging among participants, including children, seniors, individuals with mental and/or physical disabilities, homeless people, refugees, and ex-prisoners.

The importance of Union Inspires

Mission

To inspire our fans with sporting success on the pitch, our connection to the community and a strive to sustainability both financially and ecologically.

Vision

As the most watched and played sport in the world, football has the power to be a great example for the wide public that follows the sport. We aim to use this potential to have a positive impact on our communities and environment.

Values

Three core values are at the heart of our approach :

1. Commitment, to inspire and lead by example.
2. Sustainability, environmental and social, as well as financial.
3. Diversity, a source of mutual enrichment.

Our contribution to the United Nation’s SDGs.

We believe meaningful change begins with commitment, thrives through sustainability, and flourishes with diversity. That’s why we work to build a more equitable, resilient future, leading by example, championing progress, and celebrating inclusion. Through sport and community, we fight hunger, promote health and education, advance gender equality, and foster sustainable, inclusive communities, proudly supporting the UN’s 2030 Agenda and thirteen key Sustainable Development Goals.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17.

Our certifications & awards

The quality of the work carried out by Union Inspires in its various pillars has been recognised by external parties for several years and has been rewarded by various awards and certifications.

4* FSR Pro league

B corp

Label Ecodyn

Ecovadis

Support our mission

Join us in making a difference! Your support enables us to expand our impact and create lasting positive change in our community and environment.

Ready to contribute to our mission? Contact our team at Unioninspires@RUSG.be to discuss partnership opportunities and ways to support our initiatives.

Whether you're interested in becoming a partner, volunteering, or supporting our projects, we welcome your involvement in building a more sustainable and inclusive future through football.

Contact

unioninspires@rusg.be