Clarke Johnson

Served on harm reduction and de-escalation teams in NYC and Chicago nightlife and community events, providing non-state first-response support for consent, bodily safety, and overdose incidents.

Support underrepresented members of Chicago's South Side in recovery and mental health management, coordinate multidisciplinary care and run WRAP and social wellness groups while providing judgment-free, culturally competent crisis response.

Coordinated and hosted virtual trainings for Illinois case managers on client-facing needs, cultural competency, and state-mandated testing communications between case managers and care team staff.

Educated trans and gender nonconforming individuals and families on body-safe gender-affirming gear and care, assisted with product selection and sizing for ages 14+, and provided supportive resource guidance.

Taught plant-based cooking, knife safety, and hygiene to youth (ages 6–18) in shelters and schools, promoting teamwork, conflict resolution, and food self-sufficiency.

Cared for rescued farmed animals by cleaning living spaces, preparing and distributing food, and providing hands-on animal care in support of animal rights and compassionate advocacy.

Activities and societies: Community health worker training, HIV/STI testing certification, harm reduction education

Member of the 26th cohort in a BIPOC LGBTQ+ community health worker and HIV/STI tester training program focused on destigmatized, community-led care.

Activities and societies: Independent major creation, volunteer work at Metropolitan Correctional Center, public speaking and writing instruction

Completed coursework in Black Studies and incarceration/liberation studies and engaged in applied work with incarcerated women on public speaking and reentry planning.