From the beginning of her professional career, Rasheedah Hasan had one goal, to serve in the United States Congress.
She launched her plan in the fall of 2011 at Northwest Missouri State University, where she pursued her degree in psychology. Almost immediately, she secured several opportunities for professional development. This progress included a stint in the Missouri General Assembly. Her initial internship position was under the purview of the Office of Missouri state Rep. Noel Torpey (R-Independence).
After earning her bachelor’s degree in 2015, Hasan moved to Washington, D.C. to fulfill her dream. In the beginning of her D.C. experience, she served as a judicial fellow within the Office of Human Rights under Chief Administrative Law Judge David Simmons. Shortly thereafter, she applied and was accepted to the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) Congressional Internship program.
As an emerging leader in the fall 2016 CBCF Congressional Internship cohort, Hasan had direct access to Congress and daily opportunities to hone her skills as a staffer, future leader and public advocate. With a push for greater diversity in Congress and a strong passion to tackle serious policy issues, she began the comprehensive networking process that ultimately helped her achieve a full-time position within the United States House of Representatives.
“Rasheedah had a plan and a vision from day one,” says Brent Sullivan, founder of Time On The Hill. “She is naturally poised and incredibly sharp. She had the powerful CBCF backing and an incredible plan for landing a job. There was no doubt that she would be incredibly successful.”
Now, as Hasan turns the corner with an official congressional badge in hand, her hard work and relentless dedication will determine her success and career. “There are so many opportunities in Congress,” she said. “My focus is to deliver a strong work product each and every day and see what evolves. I’m grateful to be immersed in policy work and thankful to officially serve in the U.S. House of Representatives.”
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