Racism in all shapes and forms is unacceptable.

We are sorry that Cyril and Shannyn experienced these incidents during their time at the club. 

We are saddened these experiences have left them feeling the way they do. 

Combating racism and educating everyone both within our own walls and in the community is something we are constantly working on and believe we are getting better at. But there is always more work to be done. 

We are committed to reconciliation and ensuring our First Nations players are culturally safe and have a voice that is both listened to and acted upon. 

At Hawthorn, all of our staff and players deserve to be respected.

Our doors will always be open to Cyril and Shannyn.