Jenna Salem

Experience

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  HANAC

  Jun 2022 - Jan 2024

  Group Leader & Youth Worker

  Managed and supervised activities for grades K-5 students in an summer and after-school program at PS 2.Q, focusing on educational enrichment, recreational activities, and social development. Facilitated engaging and age-appropriate lessons, workshops, and projects to enhance students' academic skills, creativity, and teamwork abilities. Implemented behavior management strategies and provided mentorship and guidance to students, promoting positive behavior and social-emotional learning.

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  Mosque

  Sept 2023 - now

  Volunteer Social Media Manager

  Aiding in organizing events, including religious ceremonies, celebrations, and community outreach programs, by coordinating logistics, managing schedules, and facilitating communication among volunteers and participants. Managing the daily operations of social media accounts for the Mosque, including content creation, scheduling posts, engaging with followers, and promoting community events and initiatives online.

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  Qisasna

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Semester-long Virtual Exchange Program

  Co-hosted a podcast focused on bridging the gap between Yemeni and American students to foster global citizenship, mutual understanding, and cross-cultural friendships. Produced the podcast with 5 Yemeni and 4 other American students, actively involved in scriptwriting and behind-the-scenes production.

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  North Shore Strategies

  Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  Political Campaigner

  Developed and implemented a comprehensive campaign strategy aimed at targeting key voters in the Queens area. Provided regular updates and reports to campaign management on progress, challenges, and opportunities for strategic adjustments.

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  Asiyah Women's Center

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Social Work Intern

  Conducting hotline intake assessments, risk assessments, safety planning, and check-in sessions with clients to identify needs and develop personalized service plans. Assisting survivors in accessing essential services, including housing, financial assistance, medical care, mental health services, childcare, ESL classes, and job training. Contributing to outreach and awareness initiatives to promote the center's services and raise awareness about domestic violence prevention and intervention.

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  Climate Justice HUB

  Jun 2024 - now

  Research Fellowship

  Participating in a fellowship focused on climate justice, receiving training in environmental policies, advocacy, and community project development. Conducting research and collaborating with a diverse cohort to address climate change impacts on marginalized communities. Successfully launching a research survey, building partnerships with local organizations, and organizing CUNY-wide events to raise awareness and drive collective climate action.

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  NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

  Jun 2024 - now

  HOME Scholar

  Engaged in intensive research and analysis on housing, community development, language justice, and social justice as a HOME Scholar at the Center for Research on HOME. Collaborated with experts, presented findings, and contributed to policy development aimed at influencing housing practices and promoting social equity.