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Abu Dhabi, Aug 29, 2025: M42, a global health leader powered by artificial intelligence (AI), technology and genomics,is pioneering a more inclusive and empowering healthcare environment for People of Determination (POD) by becoming the first healthcare network in the region to join the Hidden Challenges Sunflower program and introducing portable hearing loop systems across its facilities.
The Hidden Challenges Sunflower is a global program that supports individuals with non-visible challenges, helping them access greater understanding, assistance and inclusion in public spaces. The Sunflower is an internationally recognized symbol of choice-based inclusion, enabling individuals with non-visible challenges to indicate their need for additional support. Patients and visitors can opt for the green Sunflower lanyard to self-identify, while allies wear the white Sunflower lanyard. The program will launch across multiple M42 facilities including Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (ICLDC), Healthpoint, Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed hospital, Danat Al Emarat hospital, and Capital Health Screening Center, with further expansion planned across the M42 network.
M42 is also introducing portable hearing loop systems in high-traffic areas across its facilities. These systems are designed to enhance communication for people with hearing loss by transmitting sound directly into hearing devices, delivering clearer audio to individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants, and significantly reducing stress during medical visits.
Dimitris Moulavasilis, Group Chief Executive Officer at M42, said: “Equity in healthcare means more than just access – it is about ensuring every individual is treated with the respect and personalized care they deserve. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to create healthcare environments where every patient feels seen, supported and valued – laying the foundation for a more compassionate and inclusive future in healthcare.”
Andy Faulkner, CEO of Topland, exclusive partner of Hidden Challenges Sunflower in the Middle East, noted: “We are incredibly proud to see M42 become the first healthcare facility in the Middle East to adopt the Hidden Challenges Sunflower program. This milestone reflects a deep commitment to compassionate, inclusive care — ensuring that patients and visitors with non-visible challenges feel seen, supported and understood. By championing this program, M42 is not only leading the way in healthcare accessibility but also setting a powerful example for the entire region.”
On a global level, approximately one out of every six people is considered a Person of Determination (POD), many with non-visible conditions such as autism, chronic illnesses or mental health conditions.[1] In the UAE alone, over 28,000 PODs are officially registered[2], highlighting the urgent need for accessible and inclusive care across all sectors.
With a focus on accessibility and inclusion, M42 is taking tangible steps to ensure its healthcare environment reflects the diverse needs of all its visitors. The introduction of Hidden Challenges Sunflower program lanyards and hearing loop systems across its facilities marks a broader shift toward care that is not only equitable but truly responsive, embodying the UAE’s spirit and vision for a society that prioritizes inclusion, compassion and well-being for all.
About Hidden Challenges Sunflower
Hidden Challenges Sunflower is a global program supporting individuals with non-visible challenges, chronic conditions, and neurodivergence. Since its inception in the UK in 2016, the Sunflower program has expanded its reach worldwide, working with organizations across a diverse range of sectors, including retail, financial services, transportation (with over 300 airports in 30 countries), travel and tourism, education, healthcare, emergency services, and entertainment. The Sunflower symbol provides individuals with a discreet, voluntary way to share that they have a non-visible challenge, chronic condition, or neurodivergence and may need extra assistance, understanding, time, or space. This simple, non-verbal method empowers individuals to navigate their workplace and public spaces with greater confidence and ease, fostering a more inclusive and understanding environment.
As a privately held multinational company headquartered in the UK, Hidden Challenges Sunflower operates in numerous countries, including Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Ireland, Luxembourg, Latin America, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Mauritius, the UAE, the UK, and the USA. For more information, visit hdsunflower.com
