Ana M. Pacheco is a powerhouse of advocacy and education hailing from the sunny shores of Puerto Rico, though she now calls the United States home. A proud alumna of the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras, Ana holds a Bachelor"s Degree in Business Administration that she has cleverly leveraged to navigate the complexities of social services and community support. Currently, she graces the halls of the PEAL Center as a champion for Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership, where her remarkable ability to connect with families transforms lives one workshop at a time.

Ana"s journey didn"t stop there; she"s also spent over seven years fostering support networks for Spanish-speaking families with individuals facing developmental disabilities in Philadelphia, proving that she can be both an advocate and a friend. Her talent for rallying parents together is rivaled only by her skill at making exceptional guacamole—an important quality when working with diverse communities.

With plans to continue her education through 2026, Ana embodies lifelong learning—though some suspect it"s just an elaborate ruse to collect more library cards. In her downtime, you might find her advocating fiercely for social equity or perfecting her karaoke rendition of "La Bamba." Whether she"s leading workshops or volunteering tirelessly behind the scenes, Ana M. Pacheco is not just making waves; she"s creating tsunamis in advocacy and parental empowerment!