Experiences — Abigail Gyamfi

**National Association for Music Education (NAfME)**

NAfME, is among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.
My role at NAfME:
Graphics and Branding Specialist
Creating materials such as, developing logos for events, promotional banners, social media ads, and marketing collateral etc. while using a creative way to improve their current
look and feel.

Learn more about the 2019 NAfME National Conference, "Amplify the Future of Music: Opening Doors for All Students," here: nationalconference.nafme.org. And follow the hashtag #NAfME2019

On June 28, 2018, more than 300 music education advocates visited their U.S. senators and representatives to advocate for music education. The day began with a music education rally at the Hart Senate Office Building during which Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez (NY-7) was presented the NAfME 2018 Music Education Champion Award. Rep. Velazquez discussed the importance of music education in her life and the need for all students to receive an equitable music education program in their own schools. To that end, she introduced the Guarantee Access to Arts and Music Education (GAAME) Act (H.R. 6137). NAfME Policy Advisor Tooshar Swain also announced the bipartisan, bicameral African American Music Appreciation congressional resolution. Congressman Gregory Meeks (NY-5) introduced the resolution (H.Res.974) along with Congresswoman Mia Love (UT-4) and 29 additional cosponsors. On the Senate side, Senators Cory Booker (NJ) and Kamala Harris (CA) introduced companion resolution (S.Res.559) with 7 cosponsors. Learn more about the issues NAfME advocates for: nafme.org/advocacy/. Special thanks to MD Films (mdfilms.net) and Ashlee Wilcox Photography (ashleewilcoxphotography.com) for video and photos used in this production.

On June 29, 2017, more than 300 music education advocates visited their U.S. senators and representatives to advocate for music education. The day began with a music education rally at the Upper Senate Park, including singing and a special message from Jake Hochberg, staffer for Rep. Nydia Velazquez (NY-7). Afterwards delegations visited congressional offices to tell their stories about music education and make specific public policy asks. Learn more about the issues NAfME advocates for: www.nafme.org/advocacy/. Special thanks to MD Films (www.mdfilms.net) and Ashlee Wilcox Photography / Documentary Associates, LLC, for video and photos used in this production.

**THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND**

**Graphic Designer ( Internship Experience & Freelance)**
•Designed promotional banners for the Gala Event,social media and created greeting cards.

•Edited and designed internal marketing collateral for the organization.