Wolverhampton Wanderers FC has introduced the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower scheme at Molineux to better support fans who have non-visible disabilities. The initiative was launched on 22 April 2026 as part of the club’s sixth annual One Pack Week, a celebration of equality and inclusion efforts.
Supporters wearing a sunflower lanyard can now signal that they may require additional assistance during matchdays. This scheme helps staff provide tailored support, such as offering clearer directions, allowing extra time at entry points, or providing reassurance in busy areas. The lanyard is designed for individuals living with conditions that are not immediately obvious, including autism, chronic pain, hearing loss, anxiety, and various neurological conditions.
To ensure the new initiative is effective, the club has rolled out dedicated training for staff across all matchday areas, including turnstiles, concourses, and retail spaces. First-team and Academy players also participated in the training, which was led by representatives from the sunflower organisation. Among those advocating for the scheme is Wolves goalkeeper Dan Bentley, whose own daughter wears a sunflower lanyard.
The introduction of the scheme adds to the existing accessibility provisions at the stadium, which already include a sensory room, wheelchair platforms, audio description commentary, and Changing Places facilities. Wolverhampton Wanderers FC has been recognised for its commitment to these areas, having become the first club in the West Midlands in 2023 to reach the intermediate level of the Premier League Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Standard.
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