Welsh rugby's four regions will hold a minute's silence for those who have died during the coronavirus pandemic and also throw their support behind the fight against racism when rugby resumes this weekend.
After a five-month hiatus, PRO14 rugby will return to Wales when Scarlets host Cardiff Blues on Saturday and Ospreys play host to Dragons on Sunday.
It has now been confirmed that teams will observe a minute's silence in tribute to those who have died during the Covid-19 crisis and those who have worked on the frontline.
After this, players will move to stand in a circle to acknowledge the fight against racism, where they will be free to express themselves how they wish.
During rugby's extended break, the issue of racism has become more prevalent than ever before, with major leagues, teams and athletes around the world making their own statements.
The Black Lives Matter movement followed the death of George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man who was filmed gasping for air while a police officer pressed a knee on his neck on May 25 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
A statement from Guinness PRO14 said: "This weekend ahead of the Guinness PRO14 restart games two occurrences will precede the kick-off.
"At each game a moment’s silence will be observed to mark the loss of life suffered during the Covid-19 pandemic and to honour those who have worked on the frontline to protect us.
"After this a ‘unity moment’ will be observed to demonstrate that rugby stands united against racism and to emphasise the game’s core values of solidarity and respect.
"Players will stand in a circular formation and during this time they are free to express themselves in a manner they deem appropriate.
"This unity moment will underline the message of Rugby Against Racism across the territories that encompass the Guinness PRO14."
It comes after the Premier League and Championship restart fixtures saw players take the knee before matches kicked off.
