How lived experience, storytelling, and resilience are shaping more inclusive pathways into the game we love. < Back A Game for Everyone: Nima’s Journey Through AFL Fraser Moorfield 27 Aug 2025 How lived experience, storytelling, and resilience are shaping more inclusive pathways into the game we love. https://video.wixstatic.com/video/90d451_c5fb0ef8e13e48e3a5f2425c86c8057f/1080p/mp4/file.mp4 Off the back of our wildly successful W2AFL program this past weekend, we had the pleasure of premiering a very special video involving Nima who is the National Cultural Diversity Engagement & Participation Manager at the AFL. Nima has been a valued partner with The Huddle across multiple programs, helping us connect with new and diverse communities, introducing them to the game we love — but more importantly, he brings a depth of lived experience and storytelling that resonates deeply with our participants. We first met Nima during our Game Changers program, where he joined as a panellist, as well as jumping in to support our participants as they developed their ideas for our pitch night. It was clear from his first visit that he had an amazing ability to connect meaningfully with our participants — sharing some of the challenges he faced following a non-traditional career path and the realities of navigating employment alongside the strengths you can gain from it. As the National Cultural Diversity Engagement & Participation Manager at the AFL, Nima’s work aligns beautifully with what we aim to do at our W2AFL program and the wider Huddle, creating inclusive, welcoming pathways for all. So, we sat down with him to talk about his journey — how he fell in love with AFL, the challenges he’s overcome following a non-traditional career pathway, and how those experiences have shaped the work he’s doing today to make the game accessible for all communities. 🎥 In this video, Nima shares personal reflections on his journey falling in love with the sport of AFL and the broader efforts across the AFL to ensure it truly is a sport for everyone. Stay tuned for more from Nima because this is a story worth hearing. Previous Next

Game Changers program developed real-world solutions for a more inclusive MARVEL Stadium experience. < Back Young People Shaping the Future of MARVEL Stadium John King 7 Sept 2026 Game Changers program developed real-world solutions for a more inclusive MARVEL Stadium experience. Over four weeks in July and August, 26 young people have taken part in Game Changers, The Huddle’s youth careers program delivered in partnership with MARVEL Stadium. Bringing together young people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — including recently arrived migrants and young people with lived experience of disability — participants brought their unique strengths and insights to the program. Through a series of interactive workshops, they built confidence and developed transferable skills in problem solving, project management, teamwork and communication. Game Changers included a series of interactive workshops where participants gained valuable industry insights, explored behind the scenes of MARVEL Stadium with a facility tour, and connected with industry professionals through networking opportunities. Working from the central question, “How can MARVEL Stadium provide an equal and enjoyable experience for fans from diverse backgrounds?”, participants developed ideas focused on creating a more inclusive and welcoming experience for everyone who visits the stadium. Their thinking explored themes including greater cultural inclusion, improved accessibility, sensory inclusion and stronger in-language communication between staff and fans. The ideas demonstrate the value of young people bringing their lived experiences, perspectives and creativity to real-world challenges. While MARVEL Stadium explores the potential of these ideas, participants who are interested in Customer Experience roles at the stadium will be given the opportunity to participate in their upcoming recruitment process for the upcoming events season. Stay tuned to see these ideas continue to take shape and hear stories directly from participants about their experience in Game Changers x MARVEL Stadium! Previous Next

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