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Ifunanya Nweke, M.A.

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Author + Artist
Doctor of Education(candidate)
Neurodiversity Advocate
Inclusion Consultant
Founder & Executive Director - @jazzhandsforautism

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I’m proud to join thousands of @RecordingAcademy members across the country today to fight for creators’ rights and tell Congress to support laws that build up and sustain the music community. #DistrictAdvocate #SupportMusic by @dr_ifunweke

I gotta admit, this series took me a bit of time to put together.

#musicandautism #autismawarenessmonth #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autismrocks #autismfacts #uberfacts #FactsByDrIfu by @dr_ifunweke

Happy #autismacceptancemonth

Sooo THIS HAPPENED!!!!

@jazzhandsforautism launched the FIRST EVER Music Library Featuring compositions and original music exclusively composed and written by #neurodivergent musicians.

This has been 2 years in the making and we are excited to finally share this with the world!!

Neurodiversity is Diversity!!!

Jazz Hands For Autism is here to change the music and entertainment industry to create space for the unique talents and contriburions of Neurodivergent artists.

A huge shout-out to @heranmamo at @billboard for the feature and interview on this historical moment ! by @dr_ifunweke

What an unforgettable afternoon! 🌟🎶🧩

Still beaming from today’s @jazzhandsforautism concert—where every note reminded us of the brilliance within the autism community.

I’m proud to receive the Waymaker Award and share the stage with my bonus nephew @realrjpeete, who was honored with the Trailblazer Award for his work as a self-advocate. I have watched him since he was a little boy and he is now a confident, young man who is inspiring millions and reminding us all of what’s possible!

Major gratitude to @dr_ifunweke, founder and Executive Director of Jazz Hands For Autism, for building this powerful platform for artists with autism. Your leadership is an inspiration. Big things are happening in our community and it’s part because of you ! 💙✨ #JazzHandsForAutism #AutismAcceptance by @dr_ifunweke

🎶 Singer-songwriter @mlewey joins @orlyagaimarley and @dr_ifunweke, for a conversation on navigating life's stresses and challenges. They discuss the importance of prioritizing wellness and activities that nourish the soul, ensuring a healthy balance between work and the other enriching experiences life offers.

✨ Click the link in our bio for the full #GRAMMYs Bridges The Gaps conversation where music creators and professionals discuss genre, craft, and industry. by @dr_ifunweke

Last night, something historical happened, Los Angeles elected it's first woman mayor. This woman is none other than @karenbassla.

What a monumental moment!

I am happy to say that some local musicians, including @jazzhandsforautism musicians have had the privilege and pleasure to work with OUR NEW MAYOR!

#GoGirl! #BlackWomenBosses #BlackWomanMayor

A huge shout-out to my good friend @nnamdi.d.iwu for facilitating opportunities for local musicians and publicly elected officials to collaborate. by @dr_ifunweke

On Thursday 10/13/22, I had the privilege and honor of being one of four keynote speakers at the 36th annual #SupportedLifeConference in Sacramento, CA.

I spoke about the ways that music is INTEGRAL for the full inclusion of individuals who are Neurodivergent. By creating equitable learning and social environments, music serves a powerful tool for educational and societal inclusion!

Huge thanks to the Supported Life Institute for this opportunity and huge thanks to Westside Regional Center for being so present!

#neurodiversityisDiversity #neurodiversidad by @dr_ifunweke

I'm exhausted, my anxiety is on 5 billion, having to balance this and all the oscillations of work is a daunting task.... But I'm Refusing for this dissertation process to break me down!!!

I'm telling EVERYBODY!!!

#roadtodrifu by @dr_ifunweke

Jazz Hands family, our very own Executive Director has just been accepted into the @recordingacademy 😬😳 as a professional member. This is a historic moment not just for Jazz Hands For Autism, but more importantly, for the autism community and Neurodivergent communities. With this position, Ifunanya aims to bring neurodiversity into all industry conversations and aims to continue to lift the torch of equality up & shine a light on neurodiversity and all it can offer within the music industry! Congratulations to @dr_ifunweke & the community efforts you continue to undertake ⭐️ by @dr_ifunweke

#LessonsFromALearner #JournerytoDrIfu by @dr_ifunweke

Some more snapshots 📸 from our HOMECOMING concert! You can now watch the livestream on YouTube: Jazz Hands For Autism ❤️ by @dr_ifunweke

Here are some outtakes from our HOMECOMING Concert! So much to share with everyone 😎 if you missed the concert you can watch the livestream capture via our YouTube: JAZZ HANDS FOR AUTISM by @dr_ifunweke