Sy'Aire Russell
(sigh-AIR)
Sy'Aire Russell, originally from Austin, Texas, moved to Brooklyn in 2020 to pursue a degree in Music Composition and Theory at NYU. They were diagnosed as Autistic midway through their degree, and upon graduating shifted their focus to building a vibrant, supportive community for Autistic people in the city. This led to the founding of Autistic Adults NYC, a nonprofit dedicated to serving the NYC Autistic community through social events, advocacy and education. A dedicated community builder, organizer, speaker, and consultant, Sy'Aire is committed to advocating for a more inclusive, equitable NYC for Autistic adults. Dynamic and deeply connected to the arts, Sy'Aire continues to organize art events, teach and create both classical and experimental music. Their creativity flows through every aspect of their work - from running innovative events to weaving artistic expression into community-building efforts.