A lifelong advocate for equity and creativity in early childhood education and beyond, Sandra brings a deep passion for helping programs thrive. Her career has taken her from the legal field in Portugal to classrooms and policy offices in the U.S. and Europe—each step strengthening her belief that lasting change starts with collaboration and care.

Before joining 20 Degrees, Sandra helped guide early childhood grants at the Low Income Investment Fund, supporting providers in building sustainable, resilient businesses. A native speaker of English and Portuguese, with fluency in Spanish and French, she’s known for bridging worlds—connecting people, ideas, and systems to make early education stronger for everyone.

Outside of work, you’ll find her sewing, exploring art, nature, and culture with her family, always curious and inspired by the ways people learn and grow together.