Leyal Almaklani
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Organized and community-driven professional with hands-on experience supporting events, programs, and administrative operations. I enjoy bringing structure to fast-moving environments, whether that’s coordinating logistics, keeping records organized, or working with teams and volunteers to make sure things run smoothly. Through my work and volunteer experience, I’ve built strong communication skills and a genuine ability to connect with people. I’m passionate about being part of work that supports communities and turns resources into real, meaningful impact.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Volunteer
UMMA
Southfield, Michigan
01.2026 - Current
- Worked with creative teams to deliver productive marketing campaigns.
- Coordinated with graphic designers to produce visually appealing marketing materials.
- Organized and maintained a marketing calendar to ensure timely execution of campaigns and initiatives.
- Created daily social media posts to build an engaging brand presence on Instagram.
- Managed social media accounts, creating engaging content to drive follower growth and interaction.
Volunteer
Islamic Center of Detroit
Detroit, MI
01.2021 - Current
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Encouraged youth involvement in activities organized by the center.
- Served food and beverages during special functions held at the center.
- Ensured a safe, clean and comfortable environment for guests.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
Legal Assistant
Mourad Law
Dearborn, Michigan
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Prepared and filed all attorney appearances and motions.
Humanitarian Volunteer
Islamic Relief USA
Marrakesh, Morocco
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared and refreshed family shelters, and contributed to revitalizing homes for relocating families, deepening my understanding of dignified housing, displacement recovery, and community resilience within post-crisis Muslim settings.
- Engaged in a week-long humanitarian mission in post-2023 earthquake Morocco, providing direct service to affected communities, and gaining firsthand understanding of the interconnected social, economic, and structural challenges shaping Muslim resilience in North Africa.
- Assisted in the assembly and distribution of 5,000 backpacks for students affected by the earthquake, and participated in school enhancement work, such as painting classrooms, restoring gardens, and preparing academic environments for the new school year.
- Engaged in informal field observations and community reflections while contributing to project impact documentation through volunteer testimonials, deepening my understanding of Muslim social dynamics, community-based relief systems, and structural inequities, and strengthening my ability to draw connections between field realities and broader research narratives.
Behavior Technician
Advance ABA Care
Allen Park, MI
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
Receptionist
Futures HealthCore and Futures Education
Dearborn, MI
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments, managing a complex calendar for multiple staff members.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the center to maintain a professional atmosphere.
- Provided administrative support to various departments, assisting with document preparation and data entry.
Intern
Saleh & Cordovilla Immigration Law
Dearborn, MI
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in legal research for cases.
- Observed courtroom proceedings and strategy meetings to gain practical legal experience.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Provided support in pro bono cases, including research and document preparation.
- Participated in internal discussions regarding strategy development for various cases.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Allen Park, MI
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
Intern
At Law Group
Dearborn, MI
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Worked independently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MISkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Exceptional customer service
- Digital marketing
- Positive, solutions-oriented attitude
- MS Office and Google Workspace
- Community-based program assistance
- Advocacy and social justice awareness
Languages
- English
- Arabic
- Spanish
Timeline
Marketing Volunteer
UMMA
01.2026 - Current
Humanitarian Volunteer
Islamic Relief USA
08.2025 - 08.2025
Legal Assistant
Mourad Law
04.2025 - 10.2025
Behavior Technician
Advance ABA Care
04.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Saleh & Cordovilla Immigration Law
05.2022 - 08.2022
Receptionist
Futures HealthCore and Futures Education
12.2021 - 09.2022
Volunteer
Islamic Center of Detroit
01.2021 - Current
Intern
At Law Group
08.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Old Navy
06.2019 - 01.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Wayne State University