Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County
Jomar Lopez is a seasoned public health professional with extensive experience in strategic research and community engagement. Currently serving as a Senior Strategic Researcher at the Juvenile Welfare Board since February 2020, Jomar manages the agency's 5-year strategic plan and provides progress reports to the Board, and is involved with the Pinellas Community Foundation’s Grant Review Committee. Previously, Jomar held the role of Community Health Educator and Research Partnership Program Coordinator at Moffitt Cancer Center, focusing on cancer prevention education for the Spanish-preferring Hispanic community. Earlier roles include HIV Prevention and Outreach Specialist at Metro Wellness and Community Centers, and various positions in administrative support and education. Jomar holds a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Biochemistry from the University of South Florida, both earned with Cum Laude honors.
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County (JWB) is a high-performing, data-driven organization established by a Special Act of the Florida Legislature to strengthen the lives of children and families in Pinellas County. As a countywide special taxing district, we responsibly direct our community’s investments to give children the best opportunities to lead healthy, successful, and satisfying lives. Mission: We invest in partnerships, innovation, and advocacy to strengthen Pinellas County children and families. Vision: Children in Pinellas County will have a future of more successful and satisfying lives because of the efforts of JWB and our partners. Values: We value every child. We embrace collaboration. We celebrate results. We pursue innovation.