FAQ

An estimated 12% of the population are neurodiverse and 20% are experiencing a mental health condition.  Worryingly, this is increasing year on year. In relation to parents managing their children’s conditions, the stories are very disturbing and can be found here.

Children’s mental health is in crisis, and families are facing immense struggles within systems that are ill-equipped to support them. Misunderstood children are being overmedicated, excluded from schools, and left without real solutions that address their unique needs. Beautiful Souls is needed now more than ever to challenge these outdated, one-size-fits-all approaches and offer a compassionate, holistic path forward. This film aims to shed light on the untapped potential of neurodiverse children and provide families with practical, transformative tools that empower both parents and children to thrive in a world that often doesn’t understand them.

In Beautiful Souls, you will experience an intimate and deeply personal exploration of what it means to support neurodiverse children in a world that often misunderstands them. Through my journey as a mother, and the stories of other families, the documentary shines a light on the unseen challenges of navigating outdated systems. It’s not just about the difficulties; it’s about the resilience, the moments of joy, and the breakthroughs that happen when children are seen for who they truly are.

Everywhere – we have a big vision for festivals, theatrical cinema release, video-on-demand (VOD) streaming and an exciting, viral social impact campaign, which you can find more about below. Everyone will be able take something away from this extraordinary film and it will create a ripple effect of learning for future generations.

Becca’s film is currently in the development stage and plans to commence filming in 2025. She will provide regular updates to the community, including all donors, on the Documentary Australia Foundation’s website, who is the fiscal sponsor. You can find out more here.