Maya Agrawal
Chicago,IL
Summary
As a dynamic and engaging speaker and writer, Maya's experience spans enhancing community engagement, leading social media strategies, and contributing to grant creation. Recognized for compelling presentations, Maya has significantly influenced audiences nationwide, embodying a blend of compassion and hard work that drive meaningful change.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Political Campaigner
Kamala Harris Campaign
07.2024 - Current
- Earned recognition as the invited Gen Z speaker for national events due to consistently delivering compelling presentations that resonated with audiences.
- Led national discussions and workshops on the power for storytelling in the context of an election
- Enhanced community engagement by contacting 200+ voters in swing states and traveling to Wisconsin to canvas
Intern
ImpAct Beyond Borders Foundation
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared and submitted grant applications seeking $2M to corporate organizations and private foundations to solicit donations for project (building free school for migrant children).
- Maintained company's social media presence by posting messages, answering posts, and monitoring responses.
- Gained valuable experience and perspective working in the policy and non-profit industry with another country.
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Gen Z Diaries
08.2022 - Current
- Developed a strong online presence for the blog by consistently producing high-quality content.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and interviewing skills to produce engaging and community building content.
- Successfully built a loyal following of over 2,000 readers across over 24 countries by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
- Created content for online publications such as 8 features in the India Tribune.
Arts Student Voice Committee Lead
CPS Department of Arts Education
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with school district leaders through roundtables and forums to develop an improved arts education plan that supports diversity, inclusion, and equity in the city.
- Communicated with low-income schools to bring them arts workshops and opportunities.
- Chosen to lead social media team, posting engaging content for students, by students.
- Plan, select performers, and volunteer for annual city-wide arts festival to coordinate the event with over 4,000 attendees and 2,500 performers.
Volunteer
Indo-American Center
01.2017 - Current
- Supported engaging, informative, and smooth-running mental health and vaccine events by helping with organization and planning.
- Promptly served over 200 meals and helped set up food stations for daily senior lunches.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing South Asian healthcare through the creation and promotion of surveys.
Performer
01.2015 - Current
- Started singing at 8 years old for middle school performances.
- Led ~10 altos in Payton Concert Choir to be selected to perform at the Illinois Music Educator's Conference and prepare over 15 choral pieces for city-wide concerts
- Selected to sing the National Anthem for school football and basketball games
- Delivered unique and compelling theater performances on stage for 8 school plays and musicals
- Started Indian dance at 7 years old and performed for galas, weddings, and fundraisers.
- Joined high school dance team, where countless rehearsals prepare us for pep rallies and cultural showcases
Education
Walter Payton College Prep
Chicago, IL06-2025
Skills
- Persuasive Storytelling
- Public Speaking
- Grant Writing
- Policy Analysis
- Social Media Content Development
- Interviewing Peers
- Stage Presence
- Singing and Vocal Technique
Timeline
Political Campaigner
Kamala Harris Campaign
07.2024 - Current
Intern
ImpAct Beyond Borders Foundation
06.2024 - Current
Arts Student Voice Committee Lead
CPS Department of Arts Education
08.2023 - Current
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Gen Z Diaries
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Indo-American Center
01.2017 - Current
Performer
01.2015 - Current
Walter Payton College Prep
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