Joseph (he/him) was born and raised in Madera, CA. He first joined Youth Leadership Institute as a Program Coordinator for Mobilizing Youth to Nix Tobacco (MYNT) in October 2021, where he oversaw Fresno and Madera County’s tobacco prevention efforts. Now in 2024, Joseph works in Prevention and Early Intervention running programs in both Fresno and Kerman. Joseph graduated from Fresno State in 2020 with a Bachelors in English Education with an emphasis on literature studies. A professional goal of his has always been to be a knowledgeable leader for youth and bring their voices to the forefront.
Outside of work, Joseph enjoys spending time lifting weights and working out, playing video games, and spending time with his friends and family.