Our initial pilot is underway
Free prototype lanyards are currently being tested through a small local pilot. Feedback will help us refine the design before wider availability.
Join the waiting list
Alongside our local pilot, we are building a waiting list for free, subsidised and full-price Bluebird Aware lanyards. We will let you know when they become available.
You will never be asked to prove your disability, disclose a diagnosis or provide medical evidence.
Joining the waiting list does not guarantee availability or place you under any obligation to order.
Email us to join the waiting list.
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Simple products with a meaningful purpose
Every product is being developed to make it easier for someone to communicate what they may need without repeatedly having to explain or justify themselves. Custom communication cards can be made around individual accessibility needs and preferences.
Lanyards
A visible and recognisable way to indicate that someone may have a non-visible physical disability and could require understanding or support.
Custom communication cards
Custom-made around the individual to communicate their limitations, accessibility requirements and the support they may need simply, clearly and respectfully.
Card holders
Practical holders designed to keep important information protected, visible and easy to carry at events, venues and in everyday situations.
Designed to reach people in different circumstances
Cost should not automatically prevent someone from accessing a product that could help them communicate their needs. Bluebird Aware is developing a blended model that combines funded distribution with subsidised and full-cost options. Free or subsidised products are intended for people for whom cost would otherwise be a barrier.
Free distribution
We aim to provide free lanyards to people for whom cost would otherwise be a barrier. The number we can offer will depend on income from full-cost purchases, pay-it-forward contributions, sponsorships and funding.
Subsidised availability
Reduced-cost options will be available for people who can contribute towards the cost but for whom paying the full amount would be a barrier.
Full-cost purchase
People who can pay the full cost will be able to purchase products directly. Full-cost purchases will support a more sustainable distribution model and help extend the future availability of free and subsidised products.
A respectful approach
You will not need to provide medical records or proof of diagnosis. No medical evidence or unnecessary medical information will be requested. We may ask about relevant accessibility and communication needs so that a custom-made card can reflect what would be helpful to you. Registering interest creates no obligation to order.
Built around the people who will use them
Individual needs
People experience disability differently. Our products should reflect the individual rather than assuming that one message works for everyone.
Accessible design
Readability, usability, comfort, dignity and ease of communication should inform every design decision.
Lived experience
Development should be informed by listening to people living with non-visible and fluctuating physical disabilities.
Help your organisation
Be Bluebird Aware.
Work with us to improve understanding, support accessible experiences and help more people communicate their individual needs.
Fund or sponsor distribution
Help fund the production and distribution of free or subsidised products for people who may otherwise be unable to access them.
Become a distribution partner
Help make Bluebird Aware products available through disability organisations, community groups, events, venues or other appropriate networks.
Support product development
Contribute relevant expertise, production capability, materials, testing opportunities or practical support as the products develop.
coral@bluebirdaware.com