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Nia Johnson
Student , Howard University
Location: Washignton, DC
Joined: Aug 25th, 2025

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Nia Johnson is a sophomore Political Science and English double major at Howard University with a passion for advocacy, law, and public service. She serves as a COAS Ambassador, a fellow with the Get Free Movement, and a member of organizations such as the NAACP Juvenile Justice Committee and the Black Women in Pre-Law Society. Nia has experience in leadership, social media management, and grassroots organizing, including managing nonprofit accounts and coordinating community service initiatives. Her achievements include receiving the MLK Jr. Merit Award and leading successful service drives. She aspires to become a defense attorney specializing in advocating for marginalized communities, using her education and experiences to challenge systemic inequities and empower others.

Education (request update)

Howard University class of 2027

Undergrad Major: Political Science

Experience

I currently work with Howard University as Student
I have years of experience working in the Legal industry.

Community Service Staffer | Black Women In Pre Law Society
From January 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Coordinated community service initiatives, fostering partnerships with local organizations and engaging members in service opportunities.

Community and Athletic Chair | Who Got Game
From January 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Helped train and certify student-athletes nationwide as peer mentors and supported campaign to develop peer mentoring programs.

Fellow | Get Free: First 100 Days Fellowship
From January 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Led cohort efforts in recruitment, community events, and direct actions while advancing racial justice through grassroots organizing.

Student Advocacy Team Member | Howard University Student Association
From January 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Supported campus-wide advocacy initiatives to address student concerns and collaborated to amplify student voices within the association.

Affiliate: Delegate | National Council of Negro Women (NCNW)
From January 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Represented NCNW and HOLC in community events, advocating for African American women's issues and coordinating church events and outreach programs.

Flagship Student Ambassador | College of Arts and Sciences (COAS)
From January 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Represented COAS locally, nationally, and internationally, greeting prospective students, families, and special guests while developing projects addressing student needs.

Student Aide Intern | New York Supreme Court, Civil Branch
From January 2025 to December 2025 • 0 year(s)
Assisted with administrative and HR functions to support daily court operations while observing judicial system operations.

Team Lead | Howard University, Alternative Spring Break
From January 2025 to March 2025 • 0 year(s)
Led a group of students, guiding the planning and execution phases of service projects.

Volunteer | Duane Harley For Council
From January 2024 to December 2024 • 0 year(s)
Engaged with community members, organizing events, and promoting the candidate's platform and initiatives.

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