Pinar Yalcin

Experience

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  European Youth Parliament (EYP)

  Apr 2020 - Jan 2024

  Committee Chair in Turkey

  - Head-organized a fully funded Nationwide Women’s Day-themed conference in Sakarya, Turkey in 2020.- Vice-presided for the Latvian and Serbian National Committees’ EYP Conferences in 2020; and chaired in Norway.-Selected among the best delegates to attend a Regional Conference in Kuldiga, Latvia in 2019.

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  Stehind — Stories Behind The News

  May 2020 - May 2021

  Executive Leader

  - Led dynamic team in uncovering compelling news stories and authored impactful articles.- Managed social media campaigns for audience engagement.

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  UWC Dilijan College

  Sept 2020 - May 2021

  Geography Tutor
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  USA Powerlifting

  Mar 2021 - now

  Competitor, State record breaker

  - Placed first in Virginia for two consecutive years as a teen powerlifter in March 2022 and as a junior in February 2023, breaking the Virginia Deadlift, Squat, and Total records in the teens category.

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  University of Richmond

  Jan 2022 - now

  - Prepared a condition report for the Isser Elishis Press Photography Donation at a market value of $537,000.- Provides support and assistance to ensure the smooth functioning of museum operations. - Conducted in-depth research in Turkey on the authoritarian shift in Turkish political norms over the past decade.- Awarded $5,000 for a demonstrated commitment to advancing the research project. - Oversaw equipment inventory and maintenance at Weinstein Recreation Center, ensuring a well-equipped and safe environment for fitness enthusiasts. - Efficiently managed operations, scheduling, and events for a vibrant, inclusive space.- Ensured a welcoming environment and facilitated cultural exchange.

  • University Museums Operations Assistant

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Associate Research Fellow

    Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  • Equipment Manager

    Aug 2022 - May 2023

  • Facility Coordinator at the Multicultural Area

    Jan 2022 - Jan 2023
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  Sierra Club

  Oct 2022 - Aug 2024

  - Advocated for ecological policies at the State Capitol during VA Interfaith Center’s Student Day of Action.- Selected as a representative of the Advocacy Team, focused on organizational aspects of in-state legislative action. - Participated in weekly hearings, gaining valuable insights into Virginia's environmental advocacy processes.- Acquired expertise in criminal justice reforms, housing amendments, and implicit bias training.

  • Young Leader at YLC

    Oct 2022 - Aug 2024

  • Legislative Fellow

    Oct 2022 - May 2023
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  Westhampton College Government Association

  Aug 2023 - Feb 2024

  Senator

  - Collaborates in the Committee on Academic Affairs to propose and enact policies for improving campus experiences.- Engages with the student body through forums to gather student concerns in weekly General Assembly meetings.

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  GreenUR

  Aug 2023 - Aug 2024

  Co-President

  - Provides strategic direction for the organization. - Facilitates weekly meetings with all organizers and ensures that the organization is working effectively towards its goals.- Holds other members of the Executive Committee accountable to relevant policies.- Assists other Executive Committee members as necessary and leads transition and initial onboarding.- Ensures Executive Committee members and organizers are supported.- Builds power across the campus and wider community by building/utilizing strategic relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and students.- Attends weekly Fridays For Future U.S. meetings at 7pm on Sundays. Leads ideation and visioning for actions and campaigns. Show less

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  Fridays For Future USA

  Sept 2023 - Aug 2024

  Climate Activist

  - Participates in weekly Fridays For Future U.S. meetings to develop partnerships among diverse U.S. climate groups.- Co-facilitated environmental protest groups among national NGOs to attend the NYC Global Climate Strike.