Lydia Best, President of the European Federation of Hard of Hearing People (EFHOH), shares her personal journey with hearing loss and explains the barriers faced by the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. We discuss the emotional impact of hearing loss, technological solutions like cochlear implants, and practical ways to create more inclusive communication environments. Lidia explains what accessibility challenges exisit in various settings and explores what businesses and individuals can do...

Lydia's Personal Journey with Hearing Loss

Communication Barriers and Misconceptions

The Sunflower and Accessibility Solutions

Living with an Ostomy, with Keely Cat-Wells and Nate Hadlock, UOAA

Welcome to the Sunflower Conversations, the podcast where we explore the experiences of disabled people with non-visible disabilities through the lens of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.&nbsp;This is a space to hear authentic stories from disabled people navigating life with non-visible disabilities such as chronic illness, mental health conditions, neurodivergence, and more. While most episodes focus on lived experience, we also feature occasional insights from experts in healthcare, accessibility, and inclusion.&nbsp;Whether you or someone you care about wears the Sunflower, our conversations aim to raise awareness, build understanding, and help create a more inclusive and compassionate world.&nbsp;Empowering voices. Raising awareness. Challenging assumptions - one conversation at a time.