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Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
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Making the invisible, visible
Southern Cross University has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network, supporting people with disabilities that may not be so obvious to the casual observer.
Many people with a disability use or carry something – whether that’s a wheelchair, guide dog, hearing aid or white cane – that visibly indicates what the disability might be.
But other disabilities, such as autism, dementia, mental health challenges or learning difficulties, are not so obvious. The Hidden Disability Sunflower was created for people with hidden disabilities to voluntarily share that they have one. They can choose to wear a lanyard, badge, or wristband bearing a sunflower logo as a subtle way to let others know they may require additional support, assistance, or a bit more time.
Learn more about The SunflowerWear The Sunflower
The Sunflower allows you to let others know you have a disability, condition, or chronic illness that is not immediately apparent, and you may need extra support. This could be as simple as extra support, understanding, or just a bit more time or space.
You do not need to disclose your disability to wear The Sunflower - there is no qualifying list of invisible disabilities. You simply choose to wear The Sunflower to indicate you may need additional support. It triggers supporters to ask the simple question "How can I help you?"
Request a Sunflower lanyard or lapel pin by emailing our Inclusion team.
Email usHow staff support The Sunflower
Staff are undertaking The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower training to understand what the Sunflower symbol means, what non-visible disabilities are, and how to approach and support individuals wearing the Sunflower. By training our staff, we are building a culture where everyone feels safe sharing their individual access needs.
Staff Access to The Sunflower training