Froebel Chungata is the new Chief Diversity Officer at Bronx Community College, bringing more than two decades of experience in law, civil rights, equal opportunity and public service to the college.

Born in New York City and raised in the South Bronx, Mr. Chungata has built a distinguished career dedicated to advancing equity and protecting the rights of individuals and communities.

He began his legal career with the New York City Human Resources Administration, where he spent 10 years in the Office of Legal Affairs. As an attorney for the City of New York, he established paternity and child support orders for children receiving benefits through the Department of Social Services. He also represented the Commissioner of Social Services in proceedings before the New York State Supreme and Civil Courts.

Mr. Chungata later operated a solo law practice in the South Bronx, continuing his commitment to serving individuals and families in the borough.

His career then took him to the New York State Division of Human Rights, where he served as an investigator and earned several promotions. From 2016 through 2024, he served as the agency’s Long Island Regional Director, providing leadership in the enforcement of New York State Human Rights Law and advancing its mission of preventing discrimination and promoting equal opportunity.

In 2024, Mr. Chungata joined MTA Bus Company as Deputy Chief Equal Opportunity Officer, where he was responsible for Title VI and Title VII investigations, compliance and related equal opportunity matters.

In June 2026, Mr. Chungata returned to the Bronx to join BCC as Chief Diversity Officer, a role he considers the highlight of his career. In his new position, he is committed to fostering an inclusive campus environment, advancing diversity and equity, and ensuring that all members of the college community have the opportunity to thrive.

“Returning to the borough where I was raised and having the opportunity to serve the BCC community is incredibly meaningful to me,” Mr. Chungata said. “I look forward to helping build a campus where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.”

Mr. Chungata earned his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Iona College (now Iona University) in June 1994. He earned his Juris Doctor from New York Law School in June 1998 and was admitted to the New York State Bar in November 1999.

He currently resides on Long Island with his wife and children.