FIFA Code of Ethics

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Article 23

Protection of Physical and Mental Integrity

1. Persons bound by this Code shall protect, respect and safeguard the integrity and personal dignity of others.


2. Persons bound by this Code shall not use offensive gestures and language in order to insult someone in any way or to incite others to hatred or violence.


3. Harassment is forbidden. Harassment is defined as systematic, hostile and repeated acts intended to isolate or ostracise or harm the dignity of a person.


4. Sexual harassment is forbidden.


5. Threats, the promise of advantages and coercion are particularly prohibited.


6. Violation of this article shall be sanctioned with an appropriate fine of at least CHF 10,000 as well as a ban on taking part in any football-related activity for a maximum of two years. In serious cases and/or in the case of repetition, a ban on taking part in any football-related activity may be pronounced for a maximum of five years.