Julia Choi, a high school sophomore from Torrance, California, is a big believer in the power of helping others.

Julia’s advocacy journey is off to an amazing start. Currently, she works alongside the AIRE (Advocates Invested in Restoring the Environment) Coalition and The California Youth Advocacy Network where she’s had the opportunity to speak with local policymakers about substance use in her community. Julia’s on a mission to lend a helping hand and passionately speak out for what she believes in!

Not only is she looking out for her peers and community, she’s also a phenomenal advocate as a Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids National Youth Ambassador. Outside of her advocacy work, she enjoys writing poetry with a creative twist and tutoring her peers.