Eileen O'Brien

Eileen O’Brien is a sociologist, racism researcher, professor, and community activist. She is also a mom, fitness enthusiast, foodie and loves music and travel. O’Brien is a breast cancer survivor, raised by a Buddhist veteran Navy dad and a Catholic librarian mom, and she comes from a long line of strong women like Grammy O’Brien and Auntie Anne who taught her that the people have the power to create social justice. She is a conscious parent and despite all these books, her proudest achievements are her two children, and her ability on a good day to live a mindful life.