Afia Zahin

Motivated high school student with a strong academic record and a demonstrated commitment to leadership, cultural advocacy, and community engagement. Actively involved in campus organizations, with experience planning inclusive events, managing responsibilities, and collaborating across diverse communities. Seeking scholarship support to continue making meaningful contributions while pursuing academic excellence.

• Youth and Government Club
  President
  Drafted and passed legislative bills, including a bill on cannibalism, at the NY State Capitol with my team; recognized for creativity and initiative.
• Key Club
  President and Service Organizer
  Organized and led school and community service projects: food drives, community gardening, and patient card-making events.
• Muslims Student Association
  Secretary and Event Coordinator
  Coordinated events, volunteers and workshops; raised 500 dollars through small fundraisers
• Yearbook Club
  Photographer and Designer
  Captured events, designed layouts, and compiled quotes/songs to produce the school yearbook; appointed as head designer for senior announcement board

• Rhizome Rhizome Fellow and Community Leader Organized vote drives and community empowerment events, fostering civic engagement and awareness.
• National Honors Society Event Host Hosted freshman orientations and open houses, welcoming new students and supporting families.