Homeless Prenatal Program
Joanne Compean has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Joanne started their career as a Project Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers in 2000, where they improved project management practices for a client's claims management program rollout. Joanne then joined IBM Global Business Services in 2002 as a Senior Project Manager, leading strategy and transformation projects for clients in the insurance, healthcare payer, and banking sectors. In this role, they also established and promoted a consistent governance structure across multiple projects. In 2015, Joanne became a Pro Bono Consultant at NONPROFIT PRO BONO CONSULTING AND VOLUNTEER SUPPORT, providing consulting services to non-profit organizations. Later that year, they joined the Homeless Prenatal Program as a Special Assistant to the Executive Director.
Joanne Compean has a Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) with a specialization in Health Care Management from San Jose State University. Prior to that, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature from California State University - East Bay. In addition to their educational qualifications, Joanne has also obtained the PMI Project Management Professional Certification from the Project Management Institute in January 2005.
Homeless Prenatal Program
Mission: In partnership with our families, break the cycle of childhood poverty. The Homeless Prenatal Program is a nationally-recognized family resource center in San Francisco that empowers homeless and low-income families, particularly mothers motivated by pregnancy and parenthood, to find within themselves the strength and confidence they need to transform their lives. We serve over 3,500 low-income and homeless families annually, providing a variety of programs and services to help families become healthy, stable and self-sufficient.