Justin is a role model for his community at the Anacostia Community Boathouse both on and off the water.   As a 2 time Stotesbury Cup Champion and Head of the Charles Champion Justin has broken down barriers for what a rower with Autism can achieve.   Justin rowed for Wakefield HS in Arlington, VA and in this inclusive school environment found “his voice” and the support to come out as a gay teen.   Justin’s example has empowered many in his community to be “LOUD & PROUD” no matter what their gender, ethnic, ability or disability may be and continues its that goal with the support of his awesome mom, Ella Hazen
and his AWL & DC Stokes coaches and teammates.