Causes
The Causes
One of the questions we’re asked most at Recognised is a simple one: how do you choose the causes you support — and why these?
The causes behind our Statement Popons® reflect real, shared human experiences. They represent seasons of life that many of us will walk through ourselves, or stand alongside someone we love through - from mental health challenges, to cancer journeys, to the realities of motherhood and beyond.
Through our Popons - in the giving of them and the wearing of them — our hope is that you might feel seen, loved, and recognised, and perhaps a little less alone. Each Popon is a symbol of solidarity, created to say “you’re not on your own”, while also supporting incredible charities doing vital work for people navigating these experiences every day.
As Recognised has grown, so too has our collection of Popons and the causes they represent. And this journey is far from finished. If there’s a cause close to your heart that you’d love to see reflected in a future Popon, we’d love to hear from you -because at Recognised, your story matters too.
DOVE POPON
Mental Health
Mental health affects us all - whether personally or through someone we love. From anxiety and depression to stress, burnout, and grief, mental health challenges can touch every stage of life, yet so many people still face them in silence.
The Dove Popon was created as a symbol of support and solidarity for this cause. Through the wearing and gifting of it, we hope to help normalise conversations around mental health, remind people they are not alone, and support charities doing vital work to provide care, connection, and hope.
PEARL POPON
Modern Slavery
There are more than 40 million people in slavery today, more than at any point in history. Modern slavery affects millions of people around the world, often hidden in plain sight. It strips individuals of freedom, dignity, and choice, and continues to exist in many forms today.
The Pearl Popon was created to shine a light on this injustice and help spark important conversations. By choosing this Popon, we aim to raise awareness, stand in solidarity with survivors, and support charities working to rescue those trapped in slavery, provide long-term care and recovery for survivors, and help bring perpetrators to justice.
ALPHABET POPON
Cancer Support
Cancer impacts us all - whether through our own diagnosis or through someone we love. Almost everyone has a name, a face, or a story that comes to mind, and the journey can bring moments of fear, courage, grief, and hope.
Recognised Letters were created to honour and recognise those stories. With 26 initials - one for every letter of the alphabet - each piece represents a person who matters. Through wearing or gifting a Recognised Letter, we aim to show solidarity, keep conversations open, and support charities providing practical care, emotional support, and connection for those facing cancer and their families.
Statement Popons®
HEART POPON
Motherhood
Motherhood gives endlessly. It is work that is often unseen and unmeasured, yet it shapes lives, families, and futures in powerful ways. At Recognised, we believe that every mother deserves to be seen, valued, and recognised for the work of love, care, and commitment she gives.
We support charities that come alongside parents with compassion and dignity - offering non-judgemental, practical support to families who need extra help, and counselling and care for those who have experienced baby loss. By recognising motherhood in all its forms, we aim to celebrate its strength and significance, while ensuring support is there when it is most needed.
PEBBLE POPON
Solidarity
Recognised Pebble Popons® support the ongoing and ever evolving need for solidarity in our world today. Whether it’s coming together for our planet, equality or justice, we are united through shared experiences. When we stand together in solidarity for one another, we find strength to face today and hope for tomorrow. There is strength is numbers and comfort in unity. The Pebble Popons® carry a simple message:We are Better Together.
YOU ARE ENOUGH POPON
Female Empowerment
Female empowerment is a broad and vital cause, spanning everything from equal participation and leadership, to economic and social rights, to ending gender-based violence. Each of these areas matters deeply, and our charity partners work across many of these themes.
At the heart of our focus, however, is belonging and worth. We believe female empowerment begins and ultimately ends with knowing and believing that we are of intrinsic value, just as we are. The Female Empowerment Popon is a symbol of the advancement of women and the freedom that comes from being seen, valued, and able to fully belong.
Through this cause, we support charities helping women build confidence, reclaim dignity, and step into lives shaped by choice, opportunity, and self-belief.