Ronnie Thomas

Director of Addiction Medicine Services | Department of Health Services-Correctional Health

“To understand racial equity, one must understand racial inequity. Racial inequity is intertwined with my life and existence. As a Black gay man, I grew up in a world where I was not equal because of my voice and my skin tone.”

I am a proud product and resident of South Los Angeles. God has blessed me with a foundation that consisted of two dedicated parents, two younger brothers, and a praying grandmother. Currently, I am a Lead Program Manager for Los Angeles County, Department of Health Services -Housing for Health Division. My educational background consists of dual bachelor of science in Criminal Justice and Psychology from the University of Houston as well as a Masters of Public Administration emphasis in Public Sector Management and Leadership from California State University at Northridge. I am a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, the American Society of Public Administration, and the Los Angeles County Management Council.