The diverse mix of speakers will participate in three day-long conferences, dealing with issues such as Child Protection, Coaching, Homophobia and Refereeing.

Starting on Monday 31 October, senior FA figures will hold a psychology conference where delegates take part in presentations and workshops, helping coaches to deliver appropriate mental skills for developing players.

On Tuesday 1 November the emphasis is child protection in football. This has been a high-profile media topic recently following the Independent Football Commission’s special report on the issue last month.

Professor Al Ansley-Green, Children’s Commissioner for England, will reveal his thoughts on the matter and the National Crime Squad will launch a joint initiative with The FA to tackle Internet abuse. There will also a Coaching Development session for Level 1 and Level 2 coaches which will be attended by Sir Trevor Brooking.

Finally, on Wednesday 2 November, the summit will tackle the issues of mental health and homophobia in football. The morning will see mental health practitioners explain how football can be used as a positive tool for mental well-being, whilst the afternoon session will debate how the sport should be tackling homophobia with Martin Perry, Chief Executive of Brighton and Hove Albion FC.

Other guest speakers and panellists over the three days include:

  • Hope Powell, England Women’s Head Coach (Psychology)
  • Chris Powell and Dean Holdsworth (Psychology)
  • BBC Presenter Ray Stubbs
  • Simon Johnson, FA Director of Corporate Affairs
  • Tony Pickerin, FA Head of Education and Child Protection
  • Lucy Faulkner, FA Ethics and Sports Equity Manager
  • Ben Baks, European Gay and Lesbian Sports Federation

Tickets for members of the public are still available from TheFA.com/FALearning or by calling 0207 745 4694.