Hidden Disabilities Sunflower 💜

As part of its initiative 'We All Meet the World Differently', Dubai Airports launched the Sunflower a year ago to deliver an inclusive and seamless travel experience for all People of Determination (POD) with hidden disabilities, “Our success in this endeavour is a result of collaborative efforts with our strategic partners in the airport community, including government entities, airlines and service partners, to deliver a seamless experience for all our guests from kerb to boarding gate.” Majed Al Joker, Chief Operating Officer at Dubai Airports From collaborating with strategic partners to coordinating a comprehensive communication programme, how did such a large, global airport coordinate the implementation of the Sunflower? We speak to Fatma Taher, Government Agenda Manager - Accessibility & Inclusivity Programme Lead at Dubai Airports, which owns and manages the operation and development of Dubai International (DXB), the world's number one airport for international passenger traffic. Read the article here https://bit.ly/4c9xVj3 ALT: 1. Photo of boy in red t-shirt wearing the Sunflower receiving support queuing for security. There is a big digital image of the Sunflower. Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Nederland Hidden Disabilities Sunflower 🌻🇺🇸🇨🇦 - North America Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Australia & New Zealand Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Ireland Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - UAE Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Mauritius Solsikkeprogrammet #InclusiveTravel #SunflowerInitiative #DubaiAirports #AccessibilityMatters #PeopleOfDetermination #SeamlessJourney #CollaborativeSuccess #DXBInclusivity #TravelForAll #WearTheSunflower #BeSeenWithSunflower #Dubai

🎙️🌟 The Sunflower Conversations podcast are expanding globally! We aim to share the lived experiences of Sunflower wears worldwide. Which is why are thrilled to unveil the new Australia and New Zealand Sunflower Conversations Podcast series! Join our host Peta Hooke, a passionate disability advocate as we explore the experiences of people with invisible disabilities and what the Sunflower means to them 🌻 The series is being released monthly so subscribe to the channel to hear more https://bit.ly/373paXZ ALT: A green graphic. Text: the Sunflower Conversations podcasts. An image of a microphone. #TheSunflowerConversations #Podcast Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Australia & New Zealand

The Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai becomes the latest business to join the global Sunflower network. Venues worldwide are utilising the Sunflower to support visitors' access events. Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - UAE

Rise4Disability at The Discovery Centre, Kent. The team was busy from the start! The day was filled with interesting conversations with Occupational Health Therapists, parents, and leading disability advocate Isaac Harvey MBE. The panel discussions imparted valuable information to the delegates, in particular, The Financial Implications of Living With a Disability talk with Ross Smith Sophie Fournel, Terri-Louise Brown and Lauren Perry covered PIP, Access to Work, council tax support, Motability, Financial Services support, and Medical equipment funding. In the afternoon, Ruth Rabét joined Isaac Harvey MBE Dominic Lund-Conlon and Michael Connolly on the Travel panel. They discussed the barriers faced by individuals with invisible disabilities when travelling and explored what travel providers offer. 🎟️ Get your tickets for the next Rise4Disability event on 22 October 2024 in Milton Keynes https://bit.ly/3AREwjV Chantal Boyle Ruth Rabét #Rise4Disability

International FASD Awareness Day Have you heard of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? our interview with parent Jan and FASD Ireland charity founder, Tristan reveal what the disorder is and importantly how it can be prevented and the importance of going alcohol-free for the 9 months of pregnancy. https://lnkd.in/evW9xmgE 🌻🌐 SHOP I have FASD Sunflower cards https://bit.ly/3XBzgd9 #FASDAwarenessDay National FASD

🌻🎙️The Sunflower Conversations podcast - Employment - Empowering Disabled Freelancers with Lydia Wilkins Unlock the secrets to thriving as a self-employed individual with disabilities in our latest episode featuring Lydia Wilkins, a freelance journalist and editor at Disability Review magazine. Hear Lydia's compelling personal journey as she navigates the workforce as an autistic person living with long COVID. We tackle the significant disability employment gap in the UK and explore why traditional nine-to-five office jobs often fall short in accessibility, making a strong case for the financial and personal benefits of freelancing. 🌐🎙️ LISTEN to the full The Sunflower Conversations podcast episode https://bit.ly/3zbCESz If you like the podcast, please subscribe and share. 🌻 #TheSunflowerConversations #Podcast #Employment #DiversityAndInclusion #Freelancing #EmploymentGap

🌻🏁 The F1 Grand Prix Circuit Zandvoort in the Netherlands has joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower! The Sunflower sits firmly in the #accessibility policy at the Zandvoort circuit. The staff and volunteers recognise Sunflower racegoers with invisible disabilities and offer support, understanding, and extra time. The Sunflower offers a discreet way to make venues accessible - if your venue isn't Sunflower-friendly, visit our website to learn how it can support your #DisabilityAndInclusion https://bit.ly/3JVe0b7 Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Nederland #SunflowerLanyard #F1 #GrandPrix ALT: Photo of a racing car sits inside a green graphic with a yellow sunflower and racing flags.

Join us at Rise4Disability in Kent on 10th September! Visit the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower stand to learn how we support disability inclusion and accessibility. We're excited to be part of the Travel panel, discussing our impact. Let's chat about how we can help. Register for your FREE ticket: 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3SUOMyb 🌻 ❗Most importantly - don't forget your ID! ❗ Being one of the leading R&D facilities in Europe, the high-security venue will require you to present ID in order to gain access. Acceptable forms of ID include: Photo ID or a credit/debit card in your name. #Rise4Disability #Rise4DisabilityKent #DisabilityInclusion #Travel #HiddenDisabilitiesSunflower ALT: Graphic. Text: "Rise4Disability Exhibition & Conference happening on Tues 10th Sept at Discovery Park, Sandwich, Kent. For more info visit rise4disability.com"

“Legibility isn't just about style, it's about making sure everyone can engage with what you're sharing. If your content isn't clear and easy to read, you're missing out on connecting with a huge audience, excluding people who might really want to connect with or buy from you. Make sure everyone can be part of the conversation.” This Colour Vision Deficiency Day, we’re celebrating the work of Kaye Moors, who shares examples of poor colour contrast in branded content to educate people about how inaccessible it can be. Kaye has photophobia, photosensitivity and contrast sensitivity following a brain injury and a stroke. Here are just a few of the examples she’s shared. We're always here for brands that need guidance, so please get in touch itsu Chilly's NUFC get dopa (We’ve got a feeling the image descriptions are going to be helpful to lots of people today!) [Image descriptions: Image one: A message from RNIB says: “Remember to use clear colour contrast in your content.” Below is a screenshot of a page on Chilly’s website, which has a black background covered in brightly coloured bottles. Black text says “Make it yours” but only the first couple of letters are legible because they’re overlaid onto a yellow bottle, and the rest blend into the black background. Small, white text underneath reads: “Personalise your Chilly’s bottle.” Image two: A message from RNIB says: “Take care when using photos as backgrounds under text.” Below is a screenshot of a page on Newcastle United’s website. There’s a photo of their women’s squad celebrating, with the word “Women” in bold as a title. The body text is written in grey and blends into the dark tones of the photo underneath. It says: “Becky Langley’s team secured back to back promotions last term after winning the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division title.” Image three: A message from RNIB says: “Don’t use white text on a pale coloured background.” Below is a screenshot of a page on Get Dopa’s website. The background is a very pale orange, overlaid with barely visible white text which says: “Dr Rachel Gow, Nutritional Neuroscientist and author of ‘Smart foods for ADHD and brain health.” Underneath is slightly clearer, but still not clear enough, darker orange text which says: “get dopa includes powerful amino acids, minerals, vitamins, probiotics, alongside plant-based ingredients. The ingredients are well-known for their ability to support energy, cognitive function, mood.” Image four: A message from RNIB says: “Check animated elements – do they get in the way of the text?” Below is a screenshot of a page on itsu’s website. There’s black text on a white background, which is good, but there’s an animation of little bits of veg falling behind it, so there are dark pieces of lettuce getting in the way of the wording. The text reads: “Itsu is healthier. We prepare fresh, Asian-inspired, nutritious food on the spot, which is steamed (not fried) and packed…”]

🎙️The Sunflower Conversations podcast provides insight into the lived experience of disability. We are grateful to all our guests who share their personal stories and to the experts who give their time to share knowledge and learning with us and you. The podcast provides the opportunity to gain a deeper insight into disability and provide signposting for support. So far in 2024.... 🌻 Stroke with Jo Aurora, Different Strokes Charity and Hayette Wilkinson 🌻 Eating Disorders with Zoe Summers, BEAT UK Beat 🌻 Learning Disabilities with Dorothy Watson and Marcus Tanner, The Sunnybank Trust 🌻 Optic Nerve Glioma with Michell Cuthbert and Karina Smith 🌻 Autism and ADHD with Clare and Matilda Kemp 🌻 Parkinsons with Eve Jensch 🌻 PMDD with Amani Omejer 🌻 PMDD iwth Anna Cooper and Dr Rebeccah Tomlinson, Menstrual Health Project 🌻 Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Amy Kelly, Crohn's & Colitis Ireland 🌻 ADHD and Autism with Althea Rice - Australia and New Zealand 🌻 PTSD and CPTSD with Rachel Bilksi, PTSD UK 🌻 Acromegaly with Martin Cornally 🌻 Schizoaffective disorder with Alana - Australia and New Zealand 🌻 Tourette's Syndrome with Leighton, Uncle Tics - Australia and New Zealand 🌻 Autism and ADHD with Isabella Fantastia - Australia and New Zealand 🌻 Cushing's Syndrome with Gretchen Jordan,Cushing's Support & Research Foundation Coming soon - Employment with Lydia Wilkins. Listen, Subscribe, Rate and Share.... https://bit.ly/373paXZ 🌻 ALT: Green graphic. Text reads: The Sunflower Conversations and a big yellow Sunflower. #TheSunflowerConversations #Podcast #PMDD #Endometriosis #Stroke #EatingDisorder #LearningDisorder #Autism #ADHD #Parkinsons #VisualImpairment #OpticNerveGlioma #InvisibleDisabilities #DisabilityInclusion