DARLINGTON SEHGBEAN
Crystal
Summary
Graduate student majoring in human rights with a concentration in migration studies, focusing on asylum and refugee protection. Experienced in research, advocacy, and community engagement. Passionate about developing protection-oriented policies, enhancing access to justice, and fostering accountable public systems that uphold human dignity. Committed to leveraging academic knowledge and practical experience to drive meaningful change in the field of human rights.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Be@School Service Coordinator
Phyllis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC)
Minneapolis, MN
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinate client services to enhance program access and participant engagement.
- Facilitated communication between parents and school to enhance engagement and support student attendance.
Event and Advocacy Intern
World Without Genocide (World)
Minneapolis, MN
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted research on human rights issues, publishing two articles on Liberia's civil wars to support educational and advocacy initiatives.
- Facilitated events focused on genocide prevention, asylum, and refugee protection.
Lead College Access Mentor – AmeriCorps
Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT)
Brooklyn Park, MN
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Mentored diverse student groups to enhance academic performance and personal development.
- Developed tailored learning plans aligned with individual student goals and aspirations.
Field Organizer
MN House of Representatives – DFL Caucus
Mankato, MN
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Led grassroots campaigns to mobilize community support and increase voter engagement.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training programs, enhancing team effectiveness through canvassing and phone banking.
Youth Counselor
Leo A. Hoffmann Center
St. Peter, MN
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported court-involved youth in a residential setting using trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for youth, enhancing personal growth and behavioral improvement.
Intern – Legal Research
Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law
Monrovia, Liberia
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and documentation.
- Assisted in organizing and managing client files for accessibility and compliance.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Rights
University of Minnesota – Humphrey School of Public Affairs
Minneapolis, MN01-2027
B.S. - Political Science and Sociology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05.2024
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Community engagement and public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Research
Timeline
Event and Advocacy Intern
World Without Genocide (World)
08.2025 - 12.2025
Be@School Service Coordinator
Phyllis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC)
12.2024 - Current
Lead College Access Mentor – AmeriCorps
Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT)
11.2024 - 04.2025
Field Organizer
MN House of Representatives – DFL Caucus
05.2024 - 12.2024
Youth Counselor
Leo A. Hoffmann Center
01.2023 - 12.2024
Intern – Legal Research
Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law
01.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Human Rights
University of Minnesota – Humphrey School of Public Affairs
B.S. - Political Science and Sociology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
LEADERSHIP & SERVICE
- Student Government Senator, MSU Mankato (2022–2024)
- International Senator, Augustana College (2020–2022)
- Delegate, UN General Youth Assembly (2022) & American Model UN (2021)
- Mentor, Upward Bound, MSU Mankato (2022)