- Our commitment
- What is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
- What is a non visible disability?
- Request a Sunflower lanyard
- Supporting someone wearing a Sunflower
- I don't have a visible disability. Can I have a Sunflower lanyard?
- Question about the hidden disabilities
- Accessibility and disability support at Herts
Our commitment
What is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower?
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lauched in the UK in 2016 and is a recognised symbol for non-visible disabilities.
People with a non-visible disability may choose to wear a Sunflower lanyard, pin badge or wristband to show that they may need extra help, understanding or more time.
Find out more on the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower website.
What is a non-visible disability?
A non-visible disability is a disability that may not be apparent from looking at or talking to someone.
This could include:
- a learning difficulty
- a mental health condition
- a mobility impairment
- a speech impairment
- a visual or hearing impairment
- conditions such as migraines or Crohn's disease.
Non-visible disabilities can be permanent or temporary and may not affect someone all the time.
Find out more about non-visible disabilities.
Request a Sunflower lanyard
If you are a registered student with a non-visible disability and feel you would benefit from a Sunflower lanyard, complete the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard request form.
By completing the form and requesting a lanyard, you consent to being contacted by Student Wellbeing at studentwellbeing@herts.ac.uk.
Sunflower lanyards provided by the University are for students with a non-visible disability.
Supporting someone wearing a Sunflower
If someone is wearing a Sunflower, you can sensitively ask“How can I help you?”
Do not assume that someone wearing a Sunflower needs help or additional support.
Avoid asking why they are wearing it, as they may not feel comfortable sharing information about their disability.
Question about the hidden disabilities
Contact the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Office at edi@herts.ac.uk.
Accessibility and disability support at Herts
For questions about disability support, contact Student Wellbeing at studentwellbeing@herts.ac.uk.