Aug 25, 2026
Dr. Arelia Johnson is a nationally recognized sociologist, strategist, speaker, consultant, and writer with nearly 20 years of experience advancing equity, justice, and inclusion. She earned her Ph.D. in Sociology and Criminology from Howard University in Washington, D.C. and currently serves as the first Chief Officer of Human and Civil Rights in Harris County, Houston, Texas. Her innumerable contributions include co-founding Beyond the B.A.R. Consulting & Strategy and creating the R.E.D.I. Lexicon and Language Matters. Arelia calls Houston, Texas home.