Zahra Jamal
2024 Fellow
United States
Focus Areas
Youth & Girls Empowerment
Zahra Jamal is a high school sophomore in Maryland. She is actively involved in many after-school clubs including Student Government Association and was elected class officer both years. She is a member of the Minority Scholars Program, the Muslim Student Association, and Women in STEM. She aspires to become a dermatologist. Her club focuses on well-being and topics revolving around self-care, healthy eating, fitness, and mental health. She is a martial artist and currently a red belt in Taekwondo.
Her club is a Wellness Club that focuses on well-being, self-care, healthy eating habits, how to manage stress, and fitness. She believes this club is important because high school students endure a lot of stress due to AP classes and stressful courses. This club can help create a safe space and stress-free environment.