Megan Yerger

Megan Yerger is a dedicated professional in the field of housing policy and advocacy, currently serving as a Housing Policy Organizer at Housing Action Illinois since July 2025. Prior to this role, Megan worked as a Lobbyist for Citizen Action/Illinois from February to July 2025 and held the position of Chief of Staff for State Representative Nabeela Syed from September 2022 to January 2025. Megan also has experience as a Campaign Manager and Field Representative. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, complemented by active participation in various student organizations. Earlier education was completed at Lake Zurich High School, where Megan was involved in cheerleading and student government.