From the president
Scout Cardillo is a driven student leader at Georgetown University, pursuing a double major in Government and Justice & Peace Studies. As a first-generation, low-income student, Scout has dedicated their academic and extracurricular pursuits to addressing the root causes of social injustice, particularly in the areas of gun violence prevention and LGBTQIA+ rights. Through their nonprofit, Bulletproof Pride, Scout has created a safe space for LGBTQIA+ youth impacted by gun violence, building partnerships with over 150 organizations and leading advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill. Their leadership extends to March For Our Lives, where they coordinated phone banking initiatives reaching one million voters, and Queer Youth Assemble, where they shaped national policy priorities and led protests for queer and trans youth autonomy. Scout’s ability to build coalitions, engage diverse communities, and mobilize others for meaningful change highlights their potential to develop innovative and collaborative strategies for addressing public issues. Their work exemplifies a commitment to solidarity, community organizing, and creating lasting, transformative impact. Scout’s leadership and dedication to social justice make them an ideal representative of Georgetown University in the 2025 Newman Civic Fellowship.
Personal Statement
As a first-generation, low-income student, it has always been my goal to be in solidarity with the communities that have uplifted and supported me throughout my pursuit of a more just and humane world. Whether that was my hometown being impacted by gun violence, my chosen family within the LGBTQIA+ community and my work to protect my loved ones from legislative attacks, or on-campus organizing to ensure that Georgetown remains an inclusive campus for all, my commitments have always been pursued with community at the forefront. When I started the nonprofit organization, Bulletproof Pride, I wanted to create a safe space for LGBTQIA+ youth to come together, express their authentic selves freely, and talk about the impacts of gun violence on their local communities. My experiences within gun violence prevention, democracy reform, and human rights advocacy have given me the greatest gift of helping other students find and use their voices and learn how to advocate for their communities.