Singer aiming to inspire neurodivergent islanders

Two Jersey charities said they were hoping that Sophie-Maude's story would help inspire islanders

Autism Jersey and ADHD Jersey have joined forces with a singer from New Zealand to help inspire those with neurodivergence on the island.

Sophie, 21, who has ADHD, ASD, Tourette Syndrome and severe OCD, has a strong connection to the Channel Islands.

Her mum Sarah is originally from Guernsey but trained as a nurse in Jersey where she met Sophie's dad.

The two Jersey charities said they hoped that Sophie-Maude's story and rise to music success would help inspire more neurodivergent islanders.

Autism Jersey said that Sophie uses music as "the vehicle by which she expresses herself authentically".

Her released songs have received more than 186,000 streams, the charity said.

She has also been part of a number of documentaries addressing Tourette Syndrome and was one of the faces of Autism NZ, a charity in New Zealand.

'Shining example'

CEO of ADHD Jersey Rachel Boss said: "ADHD Jersey is thrilled to introduce singer Sophie-Maude to islanders as a shining example of the incredible creativity and talent within the community.

"With her powerful voice and authentic presence, Sophie-Maude brings not only music but a message of empowerment and self-expression."

She added: "Her journey highlights how ADHD and autism can be a source of unique strengths, especially in the arts, where imagination, emotional depth and bold thinking thrive.

"We're proud to showcase her as part of our ongoing mission to celebrate and elevate neurodivergent voices across Jersey."