Jose Tinoco

Director of Youth and Family Services, The San Diego LGBT Community Center

County: San Diego

With over 15 years of experience in community health, advocacy, and program management, Jose Alfonso Tinoco is a dedicated and compassionate leader committed to supporting underserved and underrepresented communities while promoting inclusive, trauma-informed care. Currently serving as the Director of Youth and Family Services at The San Diego LGBT Community Center, Jose specializes in creating holistic, affirming services for youth and their families. They bring extensive expertise in HIV prevention, youth engagement, and sexual health education, with a focus on reducing stigma and improving access to care. Throughout their career, Jose has held pivotal roles at organizations such as Family Health Centers of San Diego and San Ysidro Health, where they successfully led HIV programs, mentored staff, and collaborated with community partners to enhance healthcare access and achieve positive health outcomes for participants. Jose is deeply committed to empowering individuals through education, mentorship, and advocacy. In recognition of their impactful work with youth and individuals living with HIV, they received a Certificate of Recognition from the United States House of Representatives in 2024.