The Institute of Inner-City Learning (IICL) Birmingham & London Campuses, the University of Wales Trinity St David, has joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.

IICL aims to expand the on-campus student and staff awareness of non-visible disabilities to encourage students to let staff know if they require support, understanding and/or more time.

By breaking down barriers and nurturing an inclusive environment, IICL hopes to improve the educational and overall student experience of individuals with a hidden disability.

Hana Jacobson, Disability Adviser said:

“UWTSD London & Birmingham have joined the Sunflower to break down barriers and nurture an inclusive environment, supporting students and staff”.

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower logo on green lanyards, customised cards, pin badges, chest ribbons and lots more accessories indicate a non-visible disability and is a discreet way to make invisible disabilities visible.

An individual can voluntarily share that they have a disability that may not be immediately apparent – and that they may require support, understanding and/or more time.

Identifying with the Sunflower is optional & a personal choice and IICL students and staff can arrange a time to pick up a Sunflower lanyard or accessory from a member of the Birmingham or London Disability & Learning Support Team.

Learn more about the University of Wales Trinity St David

 

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Is your place of work Sunflower friendly? If not, why not suggest they look into becoming members of the Sunflower? We provide training and assistance to help businesses recognise the Sunflower to support individuals with non-visible disabilities and become confident in providing them with additional help or assistance.

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Become a Sunflower Member in six easy steps

  1. If you already have a Business account, login here. If you don't, sign up now 
  2. Visit the Memberships section of our online shop to find the best Sunflower Membership for your business. Subscribe today to access exclusive benefits and resources.
  3. Select the Sunflower Membership that best fits your business to access exclusive benefits and resources
  4. If you choose the Corporate or Global Memberships, schedule an onboarding call*
  5. Train your workforce using our Sunflower training videos*
  6. Purchase Sunflower products for colleagues and customers with non-visible disabilities, and supporter items for colleagues who have completed the training
  7. Finally, launch and promote your business as Sunflower-friendly to your community*

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