Aniyah Smith
Washington,DC
Summary
Third year student at Howard University with experience in social work, legal work, work with underrepresented youth, customer service, scheduling, programming, event coordination, advocacy, public relations, and file management. Passionate about bettering relationships amongst the community in order to promote unity, positivity, and increase.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chapel Assistant
Howard University Chapel
Washington, D.C.
01.2022 - Current
- Provided support for weekly Sunday services, including setting up chairs and equipment, preparing materials, and helping to clean up afterwards.
- Coordinated volunteers for various projects within the church such as food drives or volunteer days in impoverished areas.
- Organized events such as Bible studies, youth groups, retreats, and other gatherings for church members.
Education Committee Volunteer
Howard University NAACP
Washington, DC
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted with multiple community service events, with protests, and fundraisers for Howard University’s NAACP Chapter specifically the education committee.
- Developed and implemented educational programs about the environment for diverse audiences.
- Created a mentorship program for local youth.
Staff Writer
Howard University Yearbook
Washington, DC
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Yearbook staff member responsible for creating stories within the yearbook.
- Researched historical information about each school event to add context to images used in the book.
Vocalist/Community Service Volunteer
Howard University Community Choir
Washington, D.C.
03.2023 - Current
- Organized functions and activities for community choir members as a member of the community service committee
Event Coordinator
Howard University College Democrats
Washington, DC
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
- Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
- Planned various activities such as seminars, workshops or conferences related to the event theme or topic area.
Site Coordinator
HU Alternative Spring Break
Washington, DC
10.2023 - Current
- Work in tandem with the HUASB Executive Directors in all aspects of logistical planning, coordination, and implementation of the Howard University Alternative Spring Break Program.
- Site Coordinators plan and oversee HUASB service work that is coordinated at the sites.
Advocate
Howard University Youth Justice Advocates
Washington, DC
09.2023 - Current
- Attend local juvenile detention centers weekly in order to help mentor, educate and advocate for youth who are currently incarcerated.
Fundraising Coordinator
Howard University Petey Greene Program
Washington, DC
10.2023 - Current
- Raised funds by coordinating events for Howard University's Petey Greene Program, a program that tutors incarcerated youth and adults.
Ambassador
Center for Women, Gender, and Global Leadership
Washington, DC
08.2023 - Current
- Attended various forums, seminars, workshops and official functions on behalf of the center.
- Assisted with campus recruitment and outreach efforts for prospective students.
- Organized events such as career fairs, open houses, and student panels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Sociology, Pre, Law
Howard University
05.2025
Skills
- Event Planning
- Service Management
- Community Engagement
- Public Speaking
- Policy Development
- Mentorship
- Legal Research
- Service Plan Design
- Scheduling
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Site Coordinator
HU Alternative Spring Break
10.2023 - Current
Fundraising Coordinator
Howard University Petey Greene Program
10.2023 - Current
Advocate
Howard University Youth Justice Advocates
09.2023 - Current
Event Coordinator
Howard University College Democrats
08.2023 - Current
Ambassador
Center for Women, Gender, and Global Leadership
08.2023 - Current
Vocalist/Community Service Volunteer
Howard University Community Choir
03.2023 - Current
Staff Writer
Howard University Yearbook
01.2022 - 05.2023
Chapel Assistant
Howard University Chapel
01.2022 - Current
Education Committee Volunteer
Howard University NAACP
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Sociology, Pre, Law
Howard University
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