Sahra Jilaow
*******@*****.*** Minneapolis, MN **414 507-***-****
Education
John Marshall High School Rochester, MN
High School Diploma June 2021
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN College of Liberal Arts Expected May 2025
Bachelor of Arts,
Sociology of Law, Criminology, & Justice
African and African American Studies
Strong interest in pursuing a career in law & social justice work – On the Pre-Law track
Professional Projects
Committee Member for Rochester Community Initiative, Rochester, MN Sept. 2020 - Sept. 2021
● Participated in a youth non-profit organization which focuses on amplifying youth voice, intersectional advocacy, community education, and serving underprivileged demographics throughout the city of Rochester.
● Created presentations, lesson plans, and other pieces of educational material to present to the district school board and general public.
Intern for Agape Movement, Minneapolis, MN 40 Hours January 2023
● Learned about the history of Agape and their contribution to black leadership, empowerment, and the community.
● Experienced how to plan and organize a movement of that caliber, increasing leadership skills and organization skills.
● Assisted in the planning and organization of a Youth Talent Show called “Lights, Camera, Bl-Action” during the month of Black History Month.
● Designed and created flyers to promote the Youth Talent Show and Black Summit/Brunch event.
● Collaborated with team members to suggest and invite guest speakers and vendors for the various Black History Month events.
Sahra Jilaow
*******@*****.*** Minneapolis, MN 55414 507-***-**** Other Work Experience & Volunteer Endeavors
Camp Counselor
June 2018—June 2020
Camp Invention Rochester, MN
● Worked with school-aged youth aiming to teach STEM concepts through hands-on challenges.
● Led a group of campers throughout the summer program to make sure that operations went smoothly.
Culinary Services Aide
July 2020—July 2021
Benedictine Services- Madonna Towers Rochester, MN
● Engaged with elderly individuals (in the independent living facility and the nursing care center) through taking food orders, distributing their meals at dinnertime, and providing service with a smile.
Program Lead
June 2020 — June 2022
School Aged Child Care Rochester, MN
● Engaged with school aged youth (more specifically 1st grade going into 2nd grade) to provide a positive and fun environment (playing games, interacting with peers, and going on field trips). Literacy Mentor
September 2021—Present
CEHD America Reads Program Minneapolis, MN & St. Paul, MN
● Engages with school aged youth during the school year at various America Read sites (ex: Rondo Library in St. Paul or Luxton Community Center in Minneapolis, MN) with homework, and/or reading comprehension.
Sahra Jilaow
*******@*****.*** Minneapolis, MN 55414 507-***-**** Retention Assistant October 2022 — January 2023
PES Program - UMN Minneapolis, MN
● Engaged with college students to help provide resources and aid around the University. Volunteer Greeter & Table Host
4 Hours – December 9th, 2022
2022 Justice Alan Page Elimination of Bias CLE Seminar Minneapolis, MN
● Participated in a CLE Seminar, with the purpose to build awareness of ethics, the elimination of bias in the law, and topics that will shape our legal community now and in the future.
● Engaged with attorneys and other people in the legal community. Retail Associate
January 2023 —Present
University of Minnesota- Bookstores Minneapolis, MN
● Assists with various tasks around the University bookstore, being at cash registers, helping customers find items, and being a helpful hand around the store. Awards
- CEHD (College of Education and Human Development) Dean’s List 2021-2022 School Year
- UMN President’s Emerging Scholars Program Scholar - 2021
- Social Justice Program Completion, University of Minnesota- Twin Cities – Spring 2022
- Page Grant Scholar – 2022 - 2023 School Year
- CLA (College of Liberal Arts) Dean’s List 2022-2023 School Year Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- CPR certified in the past, but willing to get recertified.
- COVID-19 Vaccinated.
- Detail-oriented and organized with a strong work ethic.
- Proficient in Google and Microsoft applications.