Daneen Sonawala

First-year university student with a strong interest in global issues, cultural exchange, and social impact. Experienced in debating at both school and university level, demonstrating strong communication, active listening, and respectful engagement with diverse perspectives. Academically trained in research and reflective learning, with a high level of adaptability and cultural curiosity.

• Imperial Schools Debating finalist (2023)
• LSE x KCL university debating competition finalist (2025)
• Recieved a Grade A in my Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) on my research of how Ismaili communities influenced East African economic development in the twentieth century

• Competitive British Parliamentary Debate - ran workshops for children between the ages of 11 to 17, competed within school competitions and continued within university debate

Mayer Brown Introduction to Litigation Job Simulation on Forage - August 2025

• Completed a job simulation focused on Litigation at Mayer Brown
• Undertook discovery to determine which pieces of evidence were hearsay and whether they’d be admissible in court.
• Prepared leading questions for cross examination and open questions for direct examination.
• Drafted a closing argument to convince the jury that my client was not in breach of their licensing agreement

Goldman Sachs Controllers Job Simulation on Forage - August 2025

• Completed a job simulation involving financial analysis and reporting.
• Developed analytical skills through calculating Net Asset Valuation (NAV) and unitizing financial data.
• Utilized Excel for detailed financial analysis, data validation, and trend analysis, leading to accurate financial reporting and reconciliation.

Global Encounters Camps July-August 2024

• Volunteered time at a recreational school to assist in the education of individuals with learning differences
• contributed towards workshops sustainable developments
• carried out research towards societal barriers presented towards women in Karachi