About DCHA
The District of Columbia Housing Authority provides quality affordable housing to extremely low- through moderate-income households, fosters sustainable communities, and cultivates opportunities for residents to improve their lives.
Our Mission
The District of Columbia Housing Authority provides quality affordable housing to extremely low- through moderate-income households, fosters sustainable communities, and cultivates opportunities for residents to improve their lives.
Strategic Goals
- Create opportunities to improve the quality of life for DCHA residents through collaboration and partnerships.
- Increase access to quality affordable housing.
- Provide livable housing to support healthy and sustainable communities.
- Foster a collaborative work environment that is outcome driven and meets highest expectations of the affordable housing industry.
- Effectively communicate DCHA’s accomplishments and advocate for its mission.
DCHA’s Impact Report
The FY2024-2025 Impact Report provides a comprehensive overview of DCHA’s progress throughout fiscal years 2024 and 2025. It describes the growth realized across all DCHA departments and details performance metrics.
Leadership
DCHA is led by experienced professionals committed to excellence in affordable housing.
Nicole Wickliffe
Executive Director
Carolyn Kornegay-Punter
Senior Vice President, Office of Administration
Rickie Maddox
Senior Vice President, Office of Operations
Alethea McNair
Chief of Staff
Michael Reese
Chief, DCHA Police Department
Eric Topor
Interim General Counsel
Hammere Gebreyes
Director of External Affairs & Senior Advisor
Alison Burdo
Director, Office of Public Affairs & Communication
Isra Elkhazeen
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Michael Buck
Chief Information Officer
Grace Campion
Director, Office of Asset Management
Gene Summerville
Senior Vice President, Office of Administrative Services
Christal M. Williams
Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Labor Relations
Erin Wilson
Senior Vice President, Capital Programs & Development