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Murathime Daisley

Grace Episcopal Refugee Center
Philadelphia,PA
Murathime Daisley
2
Languages
8
years of professional experience

University of Pennsylvania student studying Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, with interests in economics, healthcare policy, bioethics, and international affairs. Experienced in global health and women’s economic empowerment initiatives in Kenya, policy research, and educational outreach. Interested in how economic incentives, political institutions, and public policy shape healthcare access, social inequality, and economic opportunity. Brings experience in analytical writing, data analysis, cross-cultural collaboration, and community engagement, alongside a longstanding background in classical piano performance and choral accompaniment. Eager to apply interdisciplinary thinking and practical research skills to challenges at the intersection of economics, healthcare, and public policy.

Work History

Assistant Secretary-General ILMUNC

1 Month
Ivy League Model UN Conference | 09.2026 - Current
  • Contribute to research and substantive conference preparation for ILMUNC, a collegiate Model UN conference serving 1,500+ delegates across 103 delegations.
  • Research international affairs and global policy issues to support the development of educational committee materials and meaningful diplomatic simulations.
  • Support outreach initiatives that introduce Philadelphia students from under-resourced communities to Model UN, international affairs, and diplomacy.

Co-Founder & Global Youth Ambassador of KISIMA

10 Months
KISIMA Wellness Empowerment Center | 12.2025 - Current

Co-Founder & Global Youth Ambassador of KISIMA Wellness & Empowerment Foundation, developed community wellness center in Lanet, Kenya, serving 500+ families through clean water access, maternal and child wellness, and economic empowerment for young mothers. led youth engagement, program development, and partnerships to achieve $30,000 community well goal and phase expansion of health and skills programs, building on 2025 Lorant Fellowship work in Kenya.

Co-developed wellness program offerings and service structure for center launch.

Refugee Center Youth Program Coordinator

8 Years 3 Months
Grace Episcopal Refugee Center | 07.2018 - Current
  • Helped teach ESL sessions for children ages 2-14
  • Coordinated youth enrichment activities to enhance academic, social, and emotional development outcomes.
  • Scheduled volunteers and staff to ensure continuous supervision and support during after-school programming.
  • Monitored participant behavior and resolved concerns using trauma-informed communication.
  • Scheduled volunteers and staff to maintain consistent supervision during after-school programming.
  • Maintained comprehensive attendance, incident, and progress records for accurate program reporting and case reviews.

Math and Language Arts Tutor

1 Year 11 Months
Boston Scholars Program | 08.2024 - 07.2026
  • Tutored K–8 students in mathematics and language arts, strengthening foundational academic skills, improving literacy and problem-solving abilities, and fostering confidence through individualized instruction.
  • Delivered individualized language arts instruction aligned with student learning needs and literacy goals.
  • Assessed reading comprehension and writing gaps to guide targeted tutoring plans.
  • Designed engaging lessons reinforcing grammar, vocabulary, essay development, and critical analysis.

Camp Counselor

2 Months
Camelot for Children | 06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported inclusive recreational programming serving 47 families of children and young adults with serious health conditions and medical complexities.
  • Supervised campers during recreational and social activities, helping create a safe environment that encouraged participation, independence, and connection with peers.
  • Assisted with group activities and individualized camper needs to support an inclusive and engaging camp experience for children and young adults.

Food Pantry Associate Coordinator

4 Years
Allentown SDA Church | 01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Helped distribute food and essential groceries to 50–60 families every other week, supporting local households experiencing food insecurity.
  • Assisted with expanded food distribution during COVID-19, when the pantry served approximately 100 families per distribution, helping meet increased community needs.
  • Organized food donations and prepared grocery packages to ensure efficient distribution to families in need.

Education

Bachelors of Arts And Sciences Candidate - Economics

University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA | 05-2030
  • Pursuing interdisciplinary studies in political science, economics, healthcare policy, and data science, with interests in health equity, bioethics, international affairs, and the intersection of public policy and medicine.
  • Developing analytical and quantitative skills to examine healthcare systems, evaluate policy outcomes, and understand the political and economic factors shaping population health.
  • Extracurricular Activities: Assistant Secretary General Ivy League Model UN Conference, Penn Women's Club Soccer Team

High School Diploma

Phillips Academy Andover | Andover, MA | 06-2026

Activities and societies: Lorant Fellowship for Most Earnest Endeavor, Pine Knoll Cluster Co-President, Intersectional Feminist Forum Co-President, Varsity Soccer, Varsity Track & Field (Captain, 3x All-NEPSAC Honors), EBI Upper/Senior TA, Prefect, Proctor, DEI Sports Leadership Board, School Ambassador Tour Guide, Accompanist for Gospel Choir, Strong Girls Lawrence Volunteer (Youth Development Organization), Afro-Latino-American Mentoring Program Mentor (AMP)

Skills

Academic research
R data analysis
Elementary-High School Mathematics and language arts tutoring
Classical Piano and Violin
Community engagement initiatives
Workshop facilitation

Awards

Lorant Fellowship for Most Earnest Endeavor

Oct 2025

Associated with Phillips Academy

Nominated by both students and faculty as the student who exemplifies the “greatest desire to succeed” and who “works the hardest for the sheer love of doing what they do.” Sole Member of Phillips Academy Class of 2026 to receive Endowed Lorant Fellowship.

Led an independent fellowship in Kenya focused on global health and women's economic empowerment, collaborating with community partners to build a digital data system for an orphanage, support women-led enterprises, and design initiatives advancing sustainable healthcare and economic development.

Pennsylvania Music Association Piano Teachers Association High Honor (5x)

May 2022

Received the Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association High Honor five consecutive years in recognition of piano performance proficiency and musical achievement.

Abbot Athletic Award

May 2026

Associated with Phillips Academy

Awarded annually to a girl who has excelled in varsity sports and whose loyalty and good sportsmanship exemplify the highest ideals of Andover athletics.

Neuman Prize

May 2026

Associated with Phillips Academy

Awarded for outstanding achievement in Chinese language and culture, recognizing academic excellence, sustained commitment, and exceptional proficiency in Chinese studies.

Sherman Drake Soccer Award

Nov 2025

Associated with Phillips Academy

Girls Varsity Soccer honor voted on annually by the team, traditionally presented to the player who most instills her teammates with the will to win. It is named in honor of longtime mathematics instructor and legendary girls' soccer coach Sherman Drake.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working

Timeline

Assistant Secretary-General ILMUNC

Ivy League Model UN Conference
09.2026 - CurrentRead More

Co-Founder & Global Youth Ambassador of KISIMA

KISIMA Wellness Empowerment Center
12.2025 - CurrentRead More

Camp Counselor

Camelot for Children
06.2025 - 08.2025Read More

Math and Language Arts Tutor

Boston Scholars Program
08.2024 - 07.2026Read More

Food Pantry Associate Coordinator

Allentown SDA Church
01.2019 - 01.2023Read More

Refugee Center Youth Program Coordinator

Grace Episcopal Refugee Center
07.2018 - CurrentRead More

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors of Arts And Sciences Candidate from Economics
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Phillips Academy Andover

High School Diploma
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Murathime Daisley