Name: Aisha Shafi

Recipient Year: 2019

Congressional Office: Rep. Jennifer Wexton (VA-10)

Description: Aisha studied at George Mason University, majoring in Government and International Politics and minors in Conflict Analysis and Data Analysis. She interned at several non-profits and government agencies, including as a Program and Management Analyst at the Government Accountability Office. Aisha was actively involved with student organizations, including the Mason Muslim Affairs Council, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for issues that affect our local and national communities. Aisha’s interests lie in education policy, urban policy, and identity conflict. A strong believer in effecting change from within, she hopes to pursue a doctorate conducting research on conflict and social policy issues

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aisha-shafi-b4206212b/