Have you seen sunflower lanyards getting about the place?
The Hidden Disability Sunflower Scheme began in England at Gatwick airport and is now spreading its inclusion cheer all around the world.
Sandee Facy from Bayley House joined me in the studio to share who the scheme is for and to call out to organisations and businesses who are looking to be more inclusive for the whole community, to get on board.
Living with a Hidden Disability can make daily life more demanding for many people, but it can be difficult for others to recognise, acknowledge or understand the challenges faced. Wearing the Sunflower discreetly indicates to staff, colleagues and health professionals that the wearer (or support person with them) has a hidden disability and may need additional help or simply more time.
In the studio as well for this conversation is Ainslee Hooper from Ainslee Hooper Consulting our resident inclusions and accessibility expert.
This season I'm sharing interviews with inspirational people about conversations that need to be had and heard. These chats are part of the morning program Loretta's Front Page broadcast on 94.7Pulse FM community radio in Geelong.