Anaan Afzal
Ashburn,DC
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Sakina Streetwear
Ashburn, VA
03.2025 - Current
- Scaled apparel brand to 100K+ impressions and 400+ units sold in under 3 months.
- Distributed products to customers in 20+ states.
- Led product development, operations, supply chain, and digital marketing.
- Developed partnerships with creators and MIST to expand national reach.
Member of the Thomas D. Horne Leadership Program
Loudoun Bar Association
Leesburg, VA
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Selected as 1 of 24 students for a competitive five-day legal immersion program hosted by the Loudoun Bar Association.
- Participated in mock trials, oral arguments, and cross-examinations under the mentorship of practicing attorneys.
- Presented legal arguments before a judge and jury at the Loudoun County Courthouse.
- Networked with judges, lawyers, clerks and others in the legal field
Scholar & Trial Team Lead
Just The Beginning: A Pipeline Organization
Washington DC
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Selected for a competitive summer legal program hosted by Howard University and Georgetown University, gaining exposure to legal theory and practice.
- Led 3 mock trials and attended 20+ legal seminars, and case-based exercises to develop advocacy, legal research, and courtroom skills.
- Established connections with judges and attorneys, benefiting from mentorship provided by Clerk of Supreme Court Justice K. Brown Jackson to deepen legal expertise.
Community Service (Volunteer)
Loudoun Youth Inc.
Loudoun County
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Selected for a competitive 10-month leadership program focused on civic engagement, nonprofit collaboration, and community service; completed 250+ service hours across 30+ community events.
- Contributed to key community initiatives including distributing 4,000+ meals to individuals facing food insecurity and mentoring 40+ individuals with disabilities through structured support programs.
- Supported fundraising and awareness efforts raising $2,000+ for Loudoun County Special Olympics while strengthening leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through nonprofit collaboration.
Legal Advocacy Intern
LAWS Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services
Leesburg, VA
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Shadowed attorneys and legal advocates in domestic violence and sexual assault cases
- Observed 8 protective order resolutions and assisted in 10+ custody/domestic assault proceedings.
- Assisted legal staff with case support and administrative tasks to help survivors navigate legal processes.
- Gained exposure to family law, victim advocacy, and the role of legal institutions in protecting vulnerable populations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics/Finance
Incoming Student At William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA06.2030
High School Diploma -
Broad Run
Ashburn06.2026
Skills
- Policy Research & Analysis
- Legislative and Academic Research
- Written & Oral Communication
- Public Speaking
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Professional Writing
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Organization & Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Community Engagement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Member of the Thomas D. Horne Leadership Program
Loudoun Bar Association
07.2025 - 07.2025
Scholar & Trial Team Lead
Just The Beginning: A Pipeline Organization
07.2025 - 07.2025
Founder
Sakina Streetwear
03.2025 - Current
Legal Advocacy Intern
LAWS Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services
06.2024 - 07.2024
Community Service (Volunteer)
Loudoun Youth Inc.
02.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Economics/Finance
Incoming Student At William & Mary
High School Diploma -
Broad Run