Aysha Qamar
About Aysha Qamar
Aysha Qamar is a Trending News Writer at Daily Kos, where she covers live events such as election nights and presidential debates. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government, as well as a Master's degree in International/Global Studies from Rutgers University.
Work at Daily Kos
Aysha Qamar has been serving as a Trending News Writer at Daily Kos since 2019. In this role, she participates in live event coverage, including election nights and presidential debates. Her writing focuses on significant themes such as immigration reform, gender parity, feminism, language access, and cultural competency.
Education and Expertise
Aysha Qamar earned her Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government, as well as Journalism and Media Studies, from Rutgers University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in International/Global Studies from the same institution, studying from 2015 to 2017.
Background
Before her current position at Daily Kos, Aysha Qamar held various roles in the media and nonprofit sectors. She worked as an Editorial Fellow at The Tempest in 2019 and served as a Brand Ambassador for EthnicThread in 2016. Additionally, she was an Executive Assistant to the Founder at Saving Promise and worked as an Administrative Specialist at New Jersey Courts.
Previous Experience in Media
Aysha Qamar has significant experience in media, having worked as a Managing Editor at TMO Media from 2017 to 2020. She also holds the position of Breaking News Editor at Brown Girl Magazine, Inc., where she has been employed since 2016. Her roles have contributed to her expertise in news writing and editorial processes.
Community Engagement and Advocacy
Throughout her career, Aysha Qamar has engaged in community-focused initiatives. She served as a Campus Liaison and Social Media representative for Thaakat Foundation from 2015 to 2018, where she worked on outreach and advocacy efforts. Her focus on themes like cultural competency and gender parity reflects her commitment to social issues.