Andé Brescia-Peña shares a life with her husband Joel, their two children, Jonas and Kamila alongside a vibrant circle of family and friends. 

Born and raised in Northern California, she graduated from California State University, East Bay, with a degree in sociology. Through her work and volunteering, she advocates for children, focusing on justice, education, and family counseling. 

Andé is a contributing author in Miracles & Moments of Grace: Inspiring Stories from Moms, published March 2013.