What is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower?
Globally 1 in 6 of us live with a disability. And of those, it is estimated that up to 80% are living with a non-visible disability. That is over 1 billion people.
While some of us experience a disability that is visible, many of us have a non-visible disability that is not immediately apparent to others. These can be temporary, situational or permanent. They can be neurological, cognitive and neurodevelopmental as well as physical, visual, auditory and including sensory and processing difficulties. They also include respiratory, rare diseases and chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes.
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a simple tool for you to voluntarily share that you have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent – and that you may need a helping hand, understanding, or more time in shops, at work, on transport, or in public spaces.
To read more about Hidden Disabilities Sunflower: hdsunflower.com/au
Sunflower at Marvel Stadium
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower was established in 2016, with Marvel Stadium officially becoming a Sunflower-accredited venue in 2025.
Accessibility and Inclusion at Marvel Stadium
Marvel Stadium is also in partnership with KultureCity, with two on-site sensory rooms and complimentary sensory bags available for hire on event days.
In addition for Special Events such as concerts, Marvel Stadium offers a ‘Chill Hub’, an additional low sensory space located in Danver’s Room (Level 2, Aisle 25), as well as an additional space with bench seating for GA arena patrons who may have accessible or sensory needs (subject to availability per event). Both locations are identified by signage including the KultureCity and Sunflower logos.
For more information on Accessibility and Inclusion at the Stadium: marvelstadium.com.au/the-stadium