Bernadette calls Fresno, California, in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, home. She was born and raised in the countryside alongside her eight siblings, shaped by self-educated parents who passed on a strong foundation of integrity, fairness, and a deep respect for others. Those early values continue to guide how she lives and serves today.

Family is central in Bernadette’s life. She is a proud mother of three sons, grandmother of five, and great-grandmother of two. She also shares close bonds with her extended family of siblings, nieces, and nephews, who remain an important part of her grounding and support.

Bernadette holds master’s degrees in Education Administration and Spiritual Psychology. Her work and volunteer efforts reflect a lifelong commitment to community engagement, including involvement with ReEvolution and grassroots organizations focused on human rights and coalition-building in the Central Valley.

She believes in showing up with respect, consistency, and care for herself, her family, and her community, and brings those values into everything she does.