Queensland Performing Arts Centre is proud to join the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program.

To support and raise awareness of patrons with a non-visible disability, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is a proud member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. QPAC strive to provide a welcoming and inclusive experience for all visitors.

They offer a range of services, facilities, and programs to ensure that everyone can attend performances and participate in our programs. They encourage visitors to inform our staff of any individual needs you may have at the time of booking. Wearing a Sunflower is voluntary but by choosing to wear a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, you can signal to QPAC trained staff that you may need assistance or a little extra time during your visit.

Learn more about Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is proud to join the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program.

Joining the Program is an important part of their ongoing commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, and aligns with AUT's values of pono, tika, and aroha (respect, integrity, and compassion).

AUT has become part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network so that they can continue to build a culture throughout the University where they can break down barriers, foster an inclusive environment, and empower all our staff to normalise conversations around disabilities and respond appropriately.

AUT People & Culture Group Director, Stephen Davies, said the decision to join the global network is an important part of our commitment to ensure AUT’s staff and students with a hidden disability feel supported, valued and understood.

“Our staff and students should feel safe to voluntarily disclose disabilities and receive the support they need. It

Join our next Sunflower Quarterly Meeting - Canada on Thursday, October 24, 2024 to gain valuable insights into the Sunflower program, ADHD, and opportunities to connect with other Canadian Sunflower members who share a commitment to supporting individuals with non-visible disabilities.

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Hosted by our Regional Director Canada, Clare Kumar, our Canadian Sunflower Quarterly Meeting will include:

• Sunflower update – a brief overview of the Sunflower program's expansion in Canada, including new Sunflower Members, launches, and significant global events.
• Member highlight – This quarter, Sunflower Charity Member Dana Kissondath from the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), will share her insights on

“You have mental health challenges, but you are still who you are.”

Peta Hooke interviews Joshua about Mental Health and Tourette’s Syndrome. Joshua discusses challenges in public places that cause severe anxiety, and how the Sunflower can help. Joshua would like to see stronger support across essential services such as public transport networks and supermarkets.

Mental Health: If you’re going through a hard time right now, the Beyond Blue Support Service is available 24/7 for brief counselling. Call a counsellor on 1300 22 4636 or chat to

Come join a room full of people seeking answers and connection for their own hidden disability (typically autism, adhd, and other neurodivergence but not exclusively). Our venue provides an interactive map (https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=CvaGgUY84CK&ss=677&sr=.2,-.45) and we will be providing a social story in the coming days. All our team has a hidden disability or has family members with hidden disabilities, we are here to make sure the expeirence is as accessible for you as possible! We do not own the venue and it is our first time using this space, for venue specific assistance call (02) 4625 0000 and dial 2

We are delighted to announce that Libraries ACT has recently become a proud member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. With almost two million visitors each year Libraries ACT provides library and information service to residents and visitors across Canberra. Throughout their physical and virtual network comprising of nine Public Library Branches, the ACT Heritage Library, the Home Library Service, and this website, Libraries ACT provide access to free lifelong learning. Dedicated library staff are now undergoing the relevant training to ensure they can provide the best support to the community across their 10 branches.

“We are excited to be joining our other ACT Government colleagues, such as Access Canberra, in becoming a member of the Sunflower program. The training has provided our staff with a better understanding of hidden disabilities, and how we can provide support, as our staff strive every day to help our customers feel seen, supported and understood”