CAC: RC 174145
The Board of Trustees
Stanley Effah
President and Trustee
Stella Ebele Effah
Trustee
ESV DR. MICHAEL OGBAN (KSJ)
Trustee
The Vision
“A Music Heritage Foundation dedicated to fostering an environment that supports autistic individuals by promoting societal understanding and acceptance”
The Technical Advisory Board
Mr. Sunday Inah
Iheoma Shedrack Light
The Mission
“Encouraging the use of music as a central therapy in supporting individuals with autism, with a focus on fostering self-reliance. Additionally, promoting the concept of musical concerts as a social forum for both autistic individuals and the wider community.”
The Core Objectives
- To formally establish music as a primary therapeutic approach in the management of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- To develop and maintain career pathways for individuals with ASD, particularly within the music industry.
- To create enduring and sustainable employment opportunities for people with ASD.
- To support individuals with ASD in becoming self-sufficient and independent personalities.
- To provide comprehensive training and preparation for individuals with ASD who are interested in music, equipping them for both studio and live concert performances.
- To empower persons with ASD to become sources of hope, charity, and positive influence for others in similar circumstances.
- To actively seek relevant support and partnerships that enhance impactful awareness and acceptance campaigns aimed at addressing misconceptions about autism.
- To continuously identify and engage individuals of integrity and exemplary character to serve as Trustees in advancing the vision of the Ferdinand Effah Music Heritage Foundation.
The Core Values
(CRIAT)
C – Commitment
R – Responsiveness
I – Inclusiveness
A – Accountability
T – Transparency
The Eight (8) Strategic Intervention Therapy we use (DR. BE SSSS)
1. Dietary
2. Routines
3. Behavioral
4. Educational
5. Social
6. Speech development
7. Skills development
8. Sports and Marathon
The five (5) cardinal approach for using MUSIC therapy in our ASD management
1. Building individual skills to playing music.
2. Listening to music as a source of therapy in reducing stress and anxieties.
3. Using music as a tool in speech development.
4. Using music as an avenue where they can express themselves, even without word.
5. Using music to raise autism awareness and bring together autistic individuals, their families, and the wider community, helping to reduce stigma and promote understanding.
Join us make a difference in at least one Autistic Child’s Life, as you don’t have to be rich, beautiful or perfect… You only just have to CARE