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Josiah Hankerson

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Athletic Training
  • Choir
  • Piano
  • Track and Field
  • Chess
  • Psychology

Reading

  • Biography
  • Philosophy
  • Humor

I read books multiple times a month.

Bio

Hello! ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿพ I'm a senior in high school with a passion for providing affordable and quality education that empowers young people. Through my involvement in political advocacy groups like LA Voice and CORE, I'm dedicated to driving social justice, advocacy, and education policy in underrepresented communities. My goal is to study Political Science and African American History and become a community leader, working in the US Department of Education, specifically in the Office for Civil Rights specializing in education policy and advocating for social justice. Currently, I am driven by curiosity about the origins of human rights exploitation and community conflicts, always asking myself, 'What is the source, and how can I help?' With my experience in legislative research, political campaigning, and community organizing, I am actively honing my skills to continue empowering youth and achieving my goals. Today's youth are already leaders, and if our current systems fail to empower them and give them a voice, then who will? I truly believe that accessible, quality education is essential for empowering young leaders and creating positive change. Let's connect to discuss education policy, social justice initiatives, or opportunities for collaboration! "There is in this world no such force as the force of a person determined to rise. The human soul cannot be permanently chained." - W. E. B. Du Bois

Education

Verbum Dei High School

High School

2021 โ€“ 2025

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Majors of interest:
Political Science and Government, Public Policy Analysis, African Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Gifts and Youth Employment Prep Officer

    Civic & Social Organization ยท Archdiocesan Youth Employment Services

    Jan 2024 โ€“ Jan 2024

  • Summer Student Intern

    Law Practice ยท Kubota & Basol LLP

    Jan 2023 โ€“ Jan 2023

  • Student Intern

    Law Practice ยท Hogan Lovells LLP

    Jan 2021 โ€“ Present

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Government Relations
Dream career goals:
Supreme Court Justice
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Politics
  • Volunteering
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