Ugochukwu Ukasoanya,
Administrator Department of Housing

Ugochukwu Ukasoanya serves as Equity Officer for the Office of Community Engagement, Racial Equity, Strategic Initiative. A lifelong educational advocate and social service ambassador, Ugochukwu is passionate about achieving equitable outcomes for all no matter what their zip code. Before joining the DOH, Ugochukwu served as the Equity Policy Fellow for Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Office of Equity. Ugochukwu focused on developing racial impact assessment and policy analysis tools for use in CPS schools and district offices.

Aaron Johnson,
Administrator Department of Housing

Driven by his commitment so equity, Aaron Johnson works at the Office of Community Engagement, Racial Equity, and Strategic Initiatives at the Department of Housing as the Housing Manager. He oversees efforts that center around the community’s voice and addresses the harms around past government policies. Before joining the Department of Housing Aaron had and continues to advocate for racial equity. He conducted public policy research in housing, education, transportation and engaged in community and labor organizing.