Aydin Tariq
Mattoon,IL
Summary
People-focused activist with a strong track record fighting for progressive legislation, engaging young people, and breaking new ground in fun and engaging ideas for political organizing. At just 16, I have spent the last four years of my life dedicated to fighting for a world I know is possible, by putting people first. Through those roles I led several successful fundraising initiatives and organized impactful political events.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Gen Z Empowerment
Arts4Impact
06.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to engage young people in arts-based activism.
- Organized fun and innovative political events to bring in new and changing demographics.
- Led fundraising and organizing efforts with volunteers across the country.
Regional Organizing Liaison
Students Demand Action
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Successfully led new grassroots organizing in Southern-Central Illinois.
- Planned, organized, and spoke at rallies and events for gun violence prevention.
- Communicated with national and local activist leaders to promote gun sense legislation and candidates.
Student Journalist and Advisor
PBS NewsHour
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Pitched and covered local news events to provide holistic and person-focused news coverage.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content for the future generation of journalists.
- Worked with young people across the country to ensure representation of underrepresented communities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mattoon High School
Mattoon, Illinois05.2025
High School Diploma -
Leaders Innovating For Tomorrow
Mattoon, Illinois05.2025
Skills
- Operations Management
- Logistics Management
- Events Planning
- Mediation Skills
- Community Outreach
- Press Release Writing
- Media Contact
Certification
Adobe Premiere Pro Certified
Media and Press Relations Certified
Timeline
Director of Gen Z Empowerment
Arts4Impact
06.2023 - Current
Regional Organizing Liaison
Students Demand Action
04.2023 - 12.2023
Student Journalist and Advisor
PBS NewsHour
12.2022 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Mattoon High School
High School Diploma -
Leaders Innovating For Tomorrow
Adobe Premiere Pro Certified
Media and Press Relations Certified
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