The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is an awareness tool designed to help individuals with hidden disabilities (known in the region as people of determination or POD) signal their need for support.
Wearing the Sunflower is a voluntary choice, allowing individuals to discreetly indicate that they may need assistance, patience, or understanding from those around them.
There are two brands for Hidden Disabilities Sunflower globally and in the Middle East:
Since its official launch in the UAE in 2022, numerous organisations have joined the programme, fostering inclusivity for individuals with hidden disabilities and their families.
Prominent members include Dubai Airports, Emirates Airlines, EXPO City, Etihad Airways, Bahrain International Airport, HSBC Bank Middle East and Coca-Cola Arena.
Inspiring interviews with Noura Farag, Aarti Shah, Marco Giovannoli, Nadi Choueiri and Ahmed Mehaya at Aurora50’s Inclusive Workplaces on finding fulfilling work.
![[Aurora50 template] Sara Nooruddin, head of private investments at Osool Asset Management and board director of Aegila Capital Management, Amanat Holdings and the Royal Hospital for Women and Children (RHWC) in Bahrain](https://aurora50.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/002_Sara.jpg "[Aurora50 template] Sara Nooruddin, head of private investments at Osool Asset Management and board director of Aegila Capital Management, Amanat Holdings and the Royal Hospital for Women and Children (RHWC) in Bahrain")
Sara Nooruddin, head of private investments at Osool Asset Management and board director of Aegila Capital Management, Amanat Holdings and the Royal Hospital for Women and Children (RHWC) in Bahrain, on her path to company boards.
At Aurora50’s Inclusive Workplaces Summit, public speaker and powerlifter Aarti Shah shared how her Down syndrome diagnosis never stopped her from striving for a promising future.
