Jenny Ni, Health Policy Director

Jenny Ni is a second-year medical student (OMS-II) at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)–Virginia, dedicated to advancing health equity for the AANHPI community. Originally from Brooklyn and raised in Philadelphia, Jenny earned her degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology from Drexel University. As the Founder and President of her local APAMSA chapter and a VCOM National Student Ambassador, Jenny is a proven leader in community advocacy. Her extensive service record includes impactful roles with Asian Americans United, SEAMAAC Philadelphia, and the Ronald McDonald House. Notably, as a Chinese Immigrant Families Wellness Initiative Leader, she specialized in dismantling linguistic and cultural barriers to care. With a robust clinical foundation, Jenny leverages her experiences as a clinical research coordinator, contact tracer, pharmacy technician, and medical assistant to bridge gaps in cultural competency. Outside of her medical training, she finds balance through boxing, hosting game nights, and relaxing with the latest on Netflix.