Applications open for new Fan Advisory Board

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The FAB plays an important role in strengthening the relationship between supporters and the club, providing a forum for fans to share feedback, ideas and perspectives on a wide range of issues affecting the supporter experience. We are currently looking to appoint eight individual supporter representatives who will sit alongside four supporter group representatives on the new Board.

Have your voice heard

Whether you've supported for decades or more recently joined the Saints family, the FAB is an opportunity to help represent fellow supporters and contribute to meaningful discussions with the club. We're keen to hear from supporters from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Previous involvement in supporter groups, volunteering or formal engagement roles is not required. As a FAB member, you will:

• Represent the views and experiences of supporters

• Contribute to open and constructive dialogue with the club

• Help ensure supporter feedback is heard and considered

• Act as an ambassador for both the club and the Fan Advisory Board

What does the FAB discuss?

The FAB may be involved in conversations relating to:

• Club strategy and long-term vision

• Matchday and non-matchday supporter experience

• Ticketing, access and accessibility

• Fan engagement and supporter behaviour

• Community activity and equality, diversity and inclusion

• Club heritage matters

• Environmental sustainability

Members will be expected to attend four meetings per season, engage with supporters outside of meetings and work collaboratively with fellow FAB members and Club representatives.

Who can apply?

Applicants must:

• Be aged 18 or over

• Have a MySaints account or supporter number

• Be passionate about improving the supporter experience

• Be willing to listen to and represent a broad range of supporter views

• Take a constructive and solutions-focused approach

Southampton FC is committed to ensuring the Fan Advisory Board reflects the diversity of our supporter base and welcomes applications from supporters of all backgrounds.

Application and election process

Applications are open from 19th June until 5th July. To ensure a fair and transparent process, applications will be independently shortlisted by the Football Supporters' Association (FSA). Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with a panel consisting of:

• An independent FSA representative

• A Club representative

• An independent representative

Following interviews, supporters will have the opportunity to vote for their preferred candidates in an open election running from 26th August to 4th September. Successful candidates will be announced on 11th September.

Need help applying?

Applications can be completed online using the form below. For supporters who are unable to apply online, paper application forms will be available from:

• The Ticket Office

• Main Reception

• The Retail Store at St Mary's Stadium

Alternatively, supporters can call the Ticket Office on 02381 780 780, where a member of staff can assist with completing the application form.

Find out more

You can learn more about the Fan Advisory Board and read previous meeting minutes using the links below.

Fan Advisory Board | Southampton FC Official Site

Meeting Minutes | Southampton FC Official Site

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Southampton FC Supporter Liaison Officer Jacqui Campbell at [email protected].

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