Description:
A symbol for rare disease awareness and the conversations that matter. Raising awareness, one conversation at a time.
This zebra ribbon pin represents rare disease awareness, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). It’s designed to be worn, noticed, and asked about — helping to create space for conversations that don’t always happen on their own.
Worn on a jacket, bag, lanyard, or pencil case, this pin helps bring visibility to rare conditions that are often misunderstood, overlooked, or dismissed. It’s a simple but powerful way to support awareness, encourage understanding, and remind people that rare conditions exist in everyday life.
Pins like this help spark conversations that lead to greater awareness, education, and change.
Great for:
🦓 Rare disease awareness and visibility in everyday spaces
🧬 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) awareness and community recognition
💬 Sparking conversations that lead to understanding and education
📣 Advocacy and awareness efforts, big or small
🎒 Everyday wear on bags, jackets, lanyards, hats, pencil cases, or work ID
🏥 Hospitals, clinics, and appointments where visibility matters
🏫 Schools, workplaces, and public spaces to quietly raise awareness
🎁 Thoughtful gifting for friends, whānau, allies, or support networks
🤍 Showing solidarity without needing to explain or disclose
🌍 Awareness days, campaigns, and community events
🧠 Reminding others that rare conditions exist and deserve recognition
Features:
🦓 Zebra ribbon design recognised for rare disease awareness
🎗️ Awareness ribbon shape with meaningful symbolism
✨ Smooth enamel finish with clear black and white striping
🔒 Secure pin backing for everyday wear
🧵 Lightweight and comfortable on clothing and accessories
🎒 Easy to attach to bags, jackets, lanyards, hats, or pencil cases
♻️ Durable design suitable for regular use
🎁 Easy to gift, share, trade, or collect
Image Description: A metal enamel pin shaped like an awareness ribbon, featuring a black and white zebra stripe design. The pin has a smooth enamel finish with defined striping and a metal outline, shown up close to highlight the ribbon shape and detail.
Details:
Material: Alloy
Size: 2.8cm (L) x 1.6cm (W)
Weight: 6 grams
Package Contains: 1x Pin
Age Guidance: Suitable for everyday wear. Not intended as a toy.
How to Use:
📌 Attach to clothing, bags, lanyards, or accessories
💬 Wear visibly to spark conversation and raise awareness
🎗️ Use during awareness days, events, or everyday advocacy
🎁 Gift to someone as a symbol of solidarity and support
Care Instructions:
🧽 Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth
🚫 Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture
📦 Store safely when not in use to prevent scratches
About the Zebra: 🦓
The zebra is the recognised symbol for rare disease awareness, including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
In medical training, there’s a well-known saying: “When you hear hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras.” It encourages clinicians to look for the most common explanations first. While that approach has value, it can also mean rare conditions are overlooked, dismissed, or missed altogether.
The zebra represents a reminder that rare conditions do exist, even when they don’t look the same from one person to the next. Just like zebras, no two experiences are identical, but that doesn’t make them any less real.
Wearing the zebra helps raise awareness, spark conversation, and remind others to consider the less common answers too.
