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jenny j chen

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communications trained at yale

A communications strategist with 10+ years of growing audiences and generating media attention at Yale University, Jenny builds impactful communications strategies for leaders, nonprofits, and businesses using a unique blend of analytics and artistry. 

communications for complex stories

Prior to Yale, Jenny reported on complex scientific research for publications such as The Atlantic and The New York Times. She has received numerous grants and awards for her work, including from the DC Humanities Council, Vox Media, and PRX. In 2025, Jenny led communications strategy for CT Tenants Union’s Just Cause campaign.

communications with a human touch

As a creative, Jenny studied under MacArthur Genius Fellow Heather McHugh for her master’s degree in poetry and performs in residence as an improviser at Sea Tea Comedy Theater in Hartford, Connecticut. 

Based in Connecticut, with roots in Washington, D.C., Austin, Texas, and Shanghai, China, Jenny brings a global perspective to her work, telling stories that transcend borders. 

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