Our Team
JENN CHOI
Principal, Director of Training
As Principal of Jenn Choi Advocates, she leads a team of advocates whose primary objectives are to secure Free and Appropriate Public Education for students with disabilities. Jenn also manages an online support group consisting of over 2,000 parents of students with disabilities in New York City. You will often find her teaching parents about their rights in her online groups and gathering signatures or supporting fellow parents to voice their complaints to the New York City Council or to New York City Public Schools. Her mission is to educate client parents and students to become better advocates and train professional advocates in securing appropriate access and participation for their clients.
JUSTINE KEIL
Advocate
Justine is a special education advocate with proven success in counseling families navigating New York City public schools. She is a former communications and government relations consultant with significant experience at leading PR agencies and non-profits. Justine was previously a journalist at British newspapers and magazines. She has successfully completed the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates’ (COPAA) rigorous Special Education Advocacy Training (SEAT 2:0) and is proud to be working with Jenn Choi Advocates to fulfill her practicum requirement. In addition, Justine is a Grant Review Member of Impact 100 NYC, and works with public school teachers in Ukraine, running English speaking clubs.
CAROL KIM
Advocate
Carol Kim spent over two decades as an editor for leading American magazine publications. Today, she channels her research and communication skills into her work as a special education advocate. Her journey into advocacy began as a parent navigating the special education system for her own son. She understands firsthand how daunting the process can feel. Now, Carol works alongside families to offer compassionate, clear guidance and to help them understand their rights. She recognizes how isolating it can be to have concerns dismissed, struggle to receive responses, and feel excluded from key decisions. Her goal is to help families feel informed, empowered, and supported as they work to secure an appropriate education for their children.
SPENCER NG
Intern: Data Analyst
Spencer is a graduate of NYC Public Schools, a self-advocate, and a college student studying computer engineering. He grew up in Queens and has attended both public and nonpublic schools. During high school, his proudest projects include leading initiatives such as the Inspire Club, where he helped students better understand their IEPs as well as being captain of his school bowling team.
ANSON CHEN
Digital Communication Intern from Tech Unlimited
Anson Chen is a Digital Communication Intern from Brooklyn, NY, passionate about creating engaging, accessible digital experiences that bring people together. With hands-on expertise in website and game development—including leading projects in Python and WordPress Gutenberg—he thrives on building systems from scratch and troubleshooting complex tech issues. Driven by curiosity and a problem-solving mindset, Anson continuously sharpens his skills to stay ahead in the tech industry. He is thrilled to work with Jenn Choi Advocates, inspired by the opportunity to leverage digital tools to connect with and empower communities in need.
ETHAN GERSTEIN
Digital Designer Intern from
Tech Unlimited
Ethan is a Digital Designer Intern from Manhattan, NY, with a passion for bringing imaginative concepts to life through 3D modeling, Roblox Studio game development, and AI-assisted design. During his internship, he has brought that creativity to life by redesigning the company logo—a project that reflects both his design vision and the core values of Jenn Choi Advocates. An avid gamer and fan of animated shows, Ethan approaches every challenge with continuous learning, empathy, and strong problem-solving skills. He is deeply dedicated to advocating for students with disabilities, believing that thoughtful design can communicate the message that we can all create a truly inclusive world for kids who need individualized services to make appropriate progress.
