Funmi Akinnawonu

Funmi Akinnawonu is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience advocating for immigrant rights and access to justice. Currently serving as a Senior Policy Analyst at the FPWA since June 2023, Funmi previously held the position of Policy & Advocacy Manager at Immigrant ARC, focusing on advocating for immigrant New Yorkers. With a legal fellowship at the Mississippi Center for Justice, and roles at Vanderbilt University Law School's immigration clinics, Funmi has developed a strong background in immigration law and policy. Earlier positions include internships at the Southern Poverty Law Center and the ACLU of Tennessee, along with management roles at Grassroots Campaigns. Funmi earned a Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and Anthropology from New York University.