On the field, Marc Klok is known as the fierce, tactical captain leading Persib Bandung. Off the field, however, his most impactful moves are driven by a commitment to social change. Through the Marc Klok Foundation, Klok recently hosted "Workout for Equality," a unique event that redefined how personal milestones can be celebrated by turning a family birthday into a powerful statement for social justice.Instead of a traditional private party, Marc Klok and his family chose to celebrate his daughter's birthday by inviting two groups often underrepresented in mainstream sports: children with disabilities and young female football players. The event merged physical fitness, joyful play, and community bonding to show that sports should be accessible to everyone, regardless of physical ability or gender.A Celebration Rooted in PurposeThe event transformed the training ground into an inclusive playground. Children with disabilities participated alongside young women from local football academies, engaging in tailored athletic drills, fun games, and team-building exercises designed to foster mutual respect.Key highlights of the event included:
- Adaptive Training Sessions: Tailored exercises ensuring every child, regardless of physical challenge, actively participated and experienced the joy of movement.
- Empowering Female Athletes: Spotlighting young female footballers to break stereotypes and advocate for equal resources and recognition in Indonesian football.
- Family-Centered Engagement: Marc Klok’s family actively participated, teaching young attendees that empathy and community engagement begin at home.
Breaking Barriers On and Off the FieldFor Klok, the core objective of the Marc Klok Foundation has always been to leverage the power of sports to create lasting social impact. "Workout for Equality" highlighted the reality that equal access to health, sports, and joy remains a challenge for many communities in Indonesia. By bringing adaptive sports and women’s football into the same arena, the initiative sent a clear message: equality is not an abstract concept, but an active, daily effort.As the day concluded with shared meals, birthday cake, and smiles across the field, "Workout for Equality" left an indelible mark on everyone involved. It served as a reminder that true leadership extends far beyond winning trophies—it lies in using one's platform to build a world where everyone gets a fair turn to play.
"True leadership is about lifting others up. ⚽️
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To celebrate his daughter’s birthday, our PERSIB captain Marc Klok hosted the 'Workout for Equality' event with the Marc Klok Foundation. By bringing together children with disabilities and young female footballers, this day was a powerful reminder that sports belong to everyone. Equality isn’t just a goal—it’s a movement. Proud to see the football family growing stronger and more inclusive! ❤️
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To celebrate his daughter’s birthday, our PERSIB captain Marc Klok hosted the 'Workout for Equality' event with the Marc Klok Foundation. By bringing together children with disabilities and young female footballers, this day was a powerful reminder that sports belong to everyone. Equality isn’t just a goal—it’s a movement. Proud to see the football family growing stronger and more inclusive! ❤️
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" Project : Workout for Equality
Client : Marc Klok Foundation
Organizer : Delite
Location : Bandung
Production : 2025
