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title: "Future Civil Rights Lawyer: Extracurriculars | Elite Prep"
description: "Ten extracurricular activities for a high school student who wants to be a civil rights lawyer, grouped by type. A sample profile from Elite Prep."
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dateModified: "2026-10-06"
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Sample profile · Law, Policy and Government

# Extracurricular Activities for a Future Civil Rights Lawyer

Doris is a sample student, not a real applicant: one of Elite Prep's 24 extracurricular profiles. These are the ten activities that show a selective college where a future civil rights lawyer is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.

## Leadership and Initiative 6

**Captain of the Debate Team**

Specialized in constitutional law and civil rights topics.

**Founder of “Equal Justice Now” Club**

Organized discussions and fundraisers for legal aid organizations.

**Student Representative on the School Diversity Council**

Advocated for inclusive policies and events.

**Organizer of Voter Registration Drives**

Engaged the community in civic participation.

**History Club President**

Hosted seminars on civil rights movements and historical justice.

**Editor of School Newspaper**

Focused on investigative journalism related to local community issues.

## Research and Internships 1

**Internship with a Local Judge**

Observed court proceedings and learned about the justice system.

## Service and Teaching 2

**Volunteer at Legal Aid Society**

Assisted with administrative tasks and client intake.

**Volunteer Tutor for Underserved Youth**

Provided free lessons in reading and writing.

## Teams, Clubs and Programs 1

**Member of the Mock Trial Team**

Won awards for persuasive argumentation and teamwork.

## More Profiles in Law, Policy and Government

No student needs all ten. Notice the mix — something led, something researched, something given back — and choose one or two you could start this year. An Elite Prep counselor can help you plan the rest.

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[Download all 24 profiles as a printable PDF](https://media.eliteprep.com/documents/24-Extracurricular-Profiles-Online-v4.pdf). Profile last checked against the handout October 6, 2026.