Dawud Abdul-Qayyum

Profile
Aspiring barrister with a strong interest in law and its impact on society. Enthusiastic about exploring legal systems, human rights, and global justice issues. Experienced in public speaking, debating, event hosting, and teamwork with well-developed research and persuasive communication skills gained through Model United Nations, poetry performances, and years of leadership in Scouts.

Keen to build on these experiences through further legal study and practical opportunities.

• Extra-Curricular Activities
  
• Model United Nations (MUN) Delegate and Host (Al Salam Community, March 2025)
  Hosted the opening ceremony for a national MUN conference, delivering a keynote speech,
  introducing special guests, and engaging an audience of over 500 attendees and delegates from across the country.
  Explained event structure and kept the audience engaged through humour and improvisation to encourage active participation.
• Demonstrated confidence in public speaking, improvisation and event coordination for a large audience.
  Delegate responsibilities included representing a country and debating global issues such as colonisation and
  slavery, and British rule in South Asia, and persuaded opposing teams through critical thinking and persuasive argumentation.
• Researched and built persuasive arguments, using critical thinking to navigate complex discussions an respond effectively to opposing delegates.

Poetry Evening Host and Performer (Al Salam Community, April 2025)
• Hosted a successful poetry event celebrating global literature and supporting students to
present their work with confidence.
• Performed an original poem exploring themes of blessings and self accountability
• Helped plan and create an inclusive atmosphere for performers and audience members.

Beavers, Cub and Scouts Wembley, UK (2010–2021)
• Attended camping trips and outdoor explorations, developing key survival, navigation,
and teamwork skills.
• Participated in a wide range of games and challenges, building resilience and leadership.
• Gained practical problem-solving experience and supported peers in new environments.

• An amateur boxer for New Kings Boxing club located in Harrow. Developed persistence and overcame physical and mental challenges along the way.