Life Haack – The story of Special Olympics Athlete Ben Haack

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The film contains scenes of violence which some viewers may find disturbing.

 

Watch a special 14-minute short film made by accessible screen media team Play Pictures about the Life of Ben Haack. It is proudly supported by Gold Coast Recreation & Sport Inc, City of Gold Coast Arts and Culture and The Lume Creative.

 

Ben Haack was bullied and told his Asperger’s meant he was broken. Instead, he became a global Special Olympics leader. Watch his incredible true story of overcoming adversity in ‘Life Haack’.

Ben is not just an accomplished football and cricket player; he is a force for change. As an Athlete Representative Director on the Special Olympics Australia Board and a key voice on the International Advisory Committee, Ben is challenging the world’s views on intellectual disability, sport, and true inclusion.

From the playing fields of Australia to the Unity Cup in South Africa to speaking to 20000 people at the international Lions Club Summit, Ben’s journey is one of resilience, mentorship, and leadership. Whether he is coaching the next generation, speaking at international forums, or evaluating the World Games in Athens, Ben carries a clear vision: dignity and opportunity for all.

 

Watch his journey from the sidelines of exclusion to the centre stage of global leadership.

 

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