Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative

Some people have disabilities that you can’t see. These are called hidden disabilities.

The Sunflower symbol is used globally. It helps people with hidden disabilities show that they might need:

· More time

· More help

· More understanding

· They can wear a Sunflower lanyard, badge or pin. 🌻
This helps others know they might need support.

· The sunflower helps make everyday life more inclusive and supportive.

🌻 Here's what Council is doing

Council is proud to support the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative.
This helps make our community inclusive, kind, and accessible for everyone.
We encourage residents and visitors to learn about the Sunflower and to support people with hidden disabilities. You can learn more at hdsunflower.com/au

✅ Council is a corporate member of the Sunflower Initiative
✅ There is Sunflower signage in the main Council Building to raise awareness
✅ Many Council staff have had Sunflower Awareness Training.
✅ Our frontline staff proudly wear Sunflower pins and lanyards to show they can help.

🌻 Sunflower Support at Council Events

The Sunflower symbol is also used at events, so everyone feels welcome.

You may see:

🪧 Signs with the Sunflower symbol, showing support is available at events
🧘 Quiet spaces, with headphones – a calm area for people who feel overwhelmed
🚪 Wide entry lanes, where possible so people can enter easily and comfortably