This Is Not About Me
Hosted by Melonie Melton
Virtual
When
Oct 24, 7:00 PM EDT
Price
Free Screening
Available in
Worldwide
About the event
In honor of AAC Awareness Month, please join the SHAV AAC Group for a special screening of "This Is Not About Me". This documentary highlights the life of Jordyn Zimmerman, an autistic, nonspeaking individual who navigates a challenging world and educational system with minimal communication opportunities . In her latter years of high school, she finally gains access to a robust communication system that enables her to realize her dreams of becoming an advocate for all autistic, nonspeaking individuals.
Please note, this film includes conversations about and references to restraint and topics such as disability-based discrimination and harassment. We acknowledge that this content may be difficult to view, so we encourage you to prepare emotionally before viewing. Take care of your safety and well-being.
Date: Thursday October 24, 2024
Time: 7:00 -8:00 pm with online group discussion immediately following
Don't miss this opportunity to view this powerful documentary. Reserve your ticket now! We look forward to seeing you there.
Event Participants
Melonie Melton
SHAV AAC Group Co-coordinator
Kristen Monroe
SHAV AAC Group Co-coordinator
About the film
This Is Not About Me tells the story of Jordyn Zimmerman. Jordyn dreamt of becoming a teacher. She started out eager to learn at school, but she was soon separated from the other children. Unable to communicate, teachers thought she was also unable to understand or learn. Year after year, her behavior worsened. She was restrained and placed in seclusion. Jordyn found herself caught in a system that unintentionally turned her life into a living nightmare. Finally, at the age of 18, with the help of educators who see her differently, she manages to turn her fate and flourish.
Genre
Documentary
Runtime
0h 57m
Released
2021
Director
Marco Niemeijer
Cast
Jordyn Zimmerman