Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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References
Projects and Research
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Ashely Acosta

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Results-driven professional with expertise in research, policy analysis, and student leadership. Leveraging 4 years of experience to drive strategic collaboration and advocacy. Demonstrated proficiency in legislative research, data analysis, accessibility advocacy, and strategic collaboration, with advanced skills in Office 365, Google Workspace, and related technologies. Recognized for academic excellence and leadership potential as a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) and recipient of multiple

academic and professional awards Self-motivated professional recognized for willingly taking on various tasks in busy settings. Focused on boosting customer loyalty by maintaining optimum stock levels. Helpful and accommodating individual comfortable greeting customers and answering questions or inquiries.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Delegate

CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities
New York, NY
08.2024 - 05.2026
  • Collaborated with faculty to achieve strategic goals, enhancing student engagement.
  • Implemented student-led initiatives, managing events and service projects.
  • Advocated for campus accessibility improvements, impacting physical and digital resources.
  • Facilitated communication between students and faculty, fostering a supportive environment that enhanced student engagement and participation

Stock Associate

Abercrombie and Fitch
New York, New York
10.2025 - 12.2025
  • Organized stockroom to maintain efficient inventory management at Abercrombie and Fitch.
  • Coordinated with team members to optimize workflow during busy store hours.
  • Monitored product displays for visual appeal and compliance with brand standards.
  • Collaborated with sales associates to address inventory needs and support customer service.
  • Received shipments of new products, unpacked items, verified quantities against invoices, and stocked them on shelves.

Research Intern

CDN Network
New York, New York
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported the Boost Your Health initiative, a project addressing the impact of COVID-19 on individuals with chronic illnesses, by gathering data on patient health behaviors and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with clinics to administer three-month follow-up surveys, monitoring patients’ progress, and assessing the effectiveness of program interventions.
  • Conducted a research project on the Belmont Report, applying ethical frameworks to ensure compliance with research standards involving human subjects.
  • Organized and analyzed survey data, contributing insights on healthcare challenges and patient engagement during the pandemic.
  • Strengthened skills in research ethics, health psychology, data collection, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Policy Research Assistant

New York State Assembly
Maspeth , NY
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Researched and analyzed legislative issues to draft research memos on potential bills that could impact NYC, supporting their
  • advancement to the Senate for consideration and implementation.
  • • Organized large amounts of data into logical formats suitable for further analysis.
  • • Created detailed reports of research findings and collaborated with team members to discuss results.
  • • Conducted research on proposed legislation and amendments, providing summaries of findings to supervisors.

Social Media Assistant

John Jay College Of Criminal Justice
New York, New York
01.2024 - 05.2024

• Supported digital ad campaigns by managing budgets and tracking results.

• Researched and identified target audience preferences, trends, and behaviors.

• Monitored analytics data to track performance trends over time and make recommendations accordingly.

• Created monthly reports of key metrics such as followers, engagement rate, impressions, and reach

Volunteer

YMCA of Greater New York
New York, New York
07.2021 - 08.2023

• Administered and created training in awareness, presentations, or materials.

• Set and maintained calendars, bulletin boards, and attendance records.

• Led planned group activity following prepared curriculum and program materials.

• Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort, and skills to achieve the organization's goals.

Education

Master of Arts - Forensic Mental Health Counseling

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
05-2028

Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Esperanza Preperatory Academy
New York, NY
05-2023

Skills

  • Research methodologies and skills
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Project management techniques
  • Policy analysis and development
  • Communication strategies and tools
  • Office 365 and Google Workspace
  • Mac OS and software proficiency
  • Zoom and Microsoft Teams
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Emotional intelligence and empathy
  • Active listening skills

References

  • Jackie Cortez (Supervisor) CDNResearch5@cdnetwork.org
  • Karol Guaman Palaguachi (Supervisor)guamanpalaguachik@nyassembly.gov
  • Jamey Battle (Supervisor) battlej@nyassembly.gov
  • Caroline Sanchez (Supervisor) csanchez@ymcanyc.org

Projects and Research

  • Social Media and Psychology Analysis
  • Adolescence Emotional Development Research Paper
  • The Effects of Social Comparison on Self Esteem in Social Media Research Paper
  • Abortion Research Paper

Languages

  • Spanish

Timeline

Stock Associate

Abercrombie and Fitch
10.2025 - 12.2025

Research Intern

CDN Network
07.2025 - 08.2025

Policy Research Assistant

New York State Assembly
01.2025 - 05.2025

Delegate

CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities
08.2024 - 05.2026

Social Media Assistant

John Jay College Of Criminal Justice
01.2024 - 05.2024

Volunteer

YMCA of Greater New York
07.2021 - 08.2023

Master of Arts - Forensic Mental Health Counseling

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

High School Diploma -

Esperanza Preperatory Academy