The commission is headed by former education secretary and Conservative peer Nicky Morgan and will focus on planning UK wide events to mark the health crisis.
This will report to the Prime Minister in March 2023 and have a focus on involving bereaved families and the devolved governments. It also pledges to engage with the public around its plans.
Joining Okezie on the commission is Caroline Flint, who was a minister during the Labour government, for Europe, employment and housing among other areas.
Okezie said she is “humbled” to serve on the commission, adding “it’s my aim to ensure that the experiences of a wide diversity of young people are truly part of this endeavour”.
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