Zsofia Leary

About Zsofia Leary

I have a B.S.P.A. in Law and Public with a minor in Music from Indiana University Bloomington. My professional interests include human rights/advocacy law and constitutional law. I put these interests into practice during my undergrad years by serving as the President of Students for Equity in Public Affairs. I currently am pursuing an MPA to further my advocacy skillset. One day, I hope to work at the ACLU advocating for LGBTQIA+ and women\'s rights, or in academia, teaching the next generation about public affairs or sociology. A life-changing experience for me was my semester exchange at Universidad Carlos de Madrid during the Fall 2023 semester. I gained a deeper perspective and appreciation for other cultures, learned about a different legal system, and made life-long friends from all over the world.Some of my favorite hobbies include traveling around the world, singing, playing various musical instruments, including trumpet and ukulele, spending time with friends, trying unusual food, doing arts and crafts, and meeting new people.

Experience

1. Safe Schools Intern

   Pflag Nyc

   Jan 2026 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Facilitate in-class workshops with 6-12th grade students, including personal storytelling, teaching LGBTQ+ words and terms, and managing Q+A with students.Assist SSP facilitators in teacher/faculty professional development sessions and other adult facing SSP workshops.Assist SSP facilitators during monthly volunteer training sessions, gaining experience with volunteer recruitment, training, and management.Join the planning committee for the annual GSA Summit, and complete committee tasks.Assist in planning and execution of any larger district events (such as Pride in June).Work with SSP databases to organize schools and school contacts.Attend regular meetings with SSP staff, full Education staff, and full PFLAG NYC staff.Assist with training and facilitating our youth leaders.

Education

• Indiana University Bloomington

  Bachelor of Science of Public Affairs, Law and Public Policy

• NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service

  Master of Public Administration - MPA, Community Organization and Advocacy

• Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Law

• Bloomington High School South

  CORE 40 with Academic Honors