High School Youth Advocate

RASHEED DOWNER JR.

Youth Advocate Multilingual Leader Civic Engagement Enthusiast

Hellshire, St. Catherine, Jamaica

************@*****.*** 876-***-****

PROFILE

Dynamic and purpose-driven youth advocate with a strong passion for national development, leadership, and community service. A multilingual communicator and full-time high school student with significant experience in youth governance, political education, and faith-based mentorship. Committed to empowering young people through civic engagement, advocacy, and spiritual guidance.

EDUCATION

Hydel High School

Full-Time Student – CSEC Track

St. Catherine, Jamaica

Expected Graduation: 2026

AIM Academy

Virtual CSEC Preparation Programme

Online Enrolled: 2024 – Present

LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT

President – Youth Republic, Jamaica’s Independent Congress 2025 – Present

● Leads the youth wing of Jamaica’s third political party (UIC), promoting constitutional education and youth participation in governance.

● Oversees national youth civic projects, competitions, and digital engagement initiatives.

● Develops policy recommendations reflecting the vision of a nonpartisan constitutional republic.

President – Hellshire Police Youth Club

2023 – Present

● Collaborates with law enforcement and community leaders to promote safety, youth development, and crime prevention.

● Coordinates outreach programs and empowerment workshops for local youth.

️ Youth Pastor – Ambassadors for Christ Prophetic Ministry 2022 – Present

● Delivers faith-based mentorship and guidance to teens and young adults.

● Organizes youth services, outreach missions, and spiritual development programs.

Former Executive – LaCaire Youth Club

2020 – 2022

● Participated in local youth advocacy initiatives and community improvement efforts.

● Supported planning of cultural, sports, and environmental projects. SKILLS

● ️ Multilingual Communication: Fluent in English, Patois, and conversational Spanish

& French

● Public Speaking & Debating

● Policy Writing & Civic Education

● Team Leadership & Event Coordination

● ️ Media & Public Engagement

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

● Youth Leadership Excellence Award, Ambassadors for Christ Ministry (2023)

● Certificate of Community Service, Hellshire Police Youth Club (2024)

● Rising Civic Leader Award, Youth Republic National Convention (2024) INTERESTS

● Civic education and national transformation

● Political philosophy and public policy

● Youth mentorship and ministry

● Foreign languages and global affairs

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