Patrick Cokley

Patrick Cokley is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in equity, social justice, and disability policy. Currently serving as Senior Program Officer for Equity & Social Justice Partnerships at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Cokley previously held the position of Chief of Organizing, Advocacy, and Learning at Civic Influencers, where efforts focused on empowering young people in civic engagement. At Anthem, Inc., Cokley worked as Disability Policy Engagement Manager, facilitating communication and stakeholder engagement on disability-related issues. Earlier roles include Program Director for the Workforce Recruitment Program at the U.S. Department of Labor, Policy Advisor at the Office of Disability Employment Policy, and various positions in educational leadership. Cokley holds a B.A. in Political Science from Howard University.