The Neurodivergent Infinity Network of Educators, in Partnership with Al Masaar, is very proud to host this screening of “This is Not About Me”,  as part of our Global Intersectional Infinity Summit.  

This groundbreaking film, which made its debut in 2021, should be seen by all educators, carers and those seeking to be allies to the Autistic and particularly non-speaking community. It features Jordyn Zimmerman, an educator, a leader, an outstanding advocate and change maker, who is a non-speaking AAC user.  Jordyn’s story reminds us all why we must presume competence,  #Listen to non-speakers and ensure there is #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs.

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Karen Timm and Sofia Akbar

This Is Not About Me

This Is Not About Me (featuring Jordyn Zimmerman)

Marco Niemeijer

Jordyn Zimmerman

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. English, Spanish and Croatian subtitles are available.