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Work History
Education
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Hana Forbes

Hana Forbes

Westfield,NJ

Summary

Passionate and globally minded high school senior with demonstrated leadership in the arts and diversity advocacy. Holds a strong dedication to empowering youth through artistic expression, equity initiatives, and outreach.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Private Family Employer
Westfield, NJ
09.2025 - Current
  • Cared for two children weekly; supported tutoring and time management
  • Helped my family financially through consistent, independent work

Research Intern

Westfield Historic Preservation Commission
Westfield, NJ
05.2025 - Current
  • Conducted archival research and prepared public-facing documents on local preservation efforts
  • Participated in town hall events and community education campaigns

Participant

National Student Leadership Conference
Oxford, UK
08.2025 - 08.2025
  • Engaged in a 2-week program focused on diplomacy, human rights, and global policy
  • Attended lectures from leading scholars and engaged in simulations of international legal systems

DEI Intern

Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
Manhattan, NY
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Selected for the internship; designed DEI strategies aligned with No Place for Hate values
  • Collaborated with mentors on weekly modules about anti-bias advocacy
  • Supported ADL's school programs through policy research and campaign design

Education

High School -

Westfield High School
Westfield, NJ
06.2026

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Event Planning
  • Archival Research
  • Digital Content Creation
  • Proficient in Spanish Language

Leadership Experience

Head of Outreach, No Place for Hate 

2025 - Current

  • Led group in educational outreach program at local elementary schools to foster inclusivity and awareness

Delegate, Model United Nations 

2024 - Current

  • Represented 3 nations; wrote/passed 5 resolutions
  • Mentored new delegates on procedural rules and diplomatic skills

Community Ambassador, Westfield Coalition of the Arts

Westfield, NJ | 2024 - Current

  • Represented WCA at local events & promoted school partnerships
  • Helped organize fundraisers to increase access to arts education

Co-President (12) Treasurer (11), Students of Culture & Diversity Club

2023 - Current

  • Raised $200+ via cultural food events to support local racial justice organizations
  • Promoted cultural awareness and diversity within student community

Librarian, WHS Choir Department: Choir Leadership Committee, Blue Devil Treble, Chorale/Choraleers

2022 - Current

  • Member of competitive upper-level ensemble and member of auditioned a cappella group
  • Coordinated events, managing choir resources and repertoire

Vocal Performance, Region, All-State, All-Eastern Choir

NafMEA / CJMEA | 2022 - Current

  • Selected 4x CJMEA Region, 2x All-State Choir, 1x NaFME All-Eastern Choir

Theater Performance & Crew, WHS Theater Production

Westfield, NJ | 2022 - Current

  • Actor in 3 productions "Heathers (2024)," "Smile (2025)", "Prom (2026)"; crew for 3
  • Logged 100+ hrs; inducted into Thespian Society
  • Balanced 10+ hrs/week of rehearsals with academics

Awards & Honors

  • WHS Academic Honor Roll (2022, 2023, 2025)
  • CJMEA Region Choir, Ranked 2nd (2025)
  • CJMEA All-State Treble Choir, Ranked 10th (2025)
  • NAfME All-Eastern Choir (2025)
  • International Thespian Society Inductee (2025)

Timeline

Babysitter

Private Family Employer
09.2025 - Current

Participant

National Student Leadership Conference
08.2025 - 08.2025

Research Intern

Westfield Historic Preservation Commission
05.2025 - Current

DEI Intern

Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
07.2024 - 08.2024

High School -

Westfield High School