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Raben Building lasting relationships centered around shared values & a collective vision for a better world

At Raben, our work isn’t simply transactional; we are driven to build lasting relationships centered around shared values and a collective vision for a better world. We lead by example, going above and beyond to support our clients' goals. Our work to change cultural narratives, build coalitions, and fill unmet needs in society is helping to shift the faces of power and influence in America. We’ve chosen client services as the manner through which we pursue our vision for a more equitable, just and fair America, because we’ve found this platform to be an effective means to engage the levers of power in our society — government, business, nonprofits, and philanthropy. While we take our work seriously, we are not your average stuffy "suits." Behind our game-changing initiatives and groundbreaking campaigns, lies a team with a wicked sense of humor. While dropping truth bombs can quickly move the needle, we’ve also seen how a well-timed punchline can effectively break down barriers and keep us kind. It’s this balance of hard work, humor, and humanity that helps us to find common ground among people who think they disagree, and change the way that power is distributed in leadership, government, and business.

10/23/2026

Eight days. Six events. One unfinished story.

Congratulations to our friends at March on Washington Film Festival on wrapping up the 2026 festival, “250 Years of American Democracy: The Unfinished Story.”

Through screenings, music, and conversation, the festival brought people together to reflect on our history and the work ahead.

Our founder and CEO, Robert Raben, joined as a moderator for a conversation on meaningful allyship with immigrant communities.

Take a look at a few moments from the festival and join us in celebrating everyone who made it possible.

➡️ Missed an event? Explore the Virtual Festival here:https://marchon26.eventive.org/welcome

Where seats could shift in the 120th Congress The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Bla...
10/21/2026

Where seats could shift in the 120th Congress

The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus , and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus are poised to win new seats from coast to coast, while mid-decade redistricting in the South puts current members at risk.

➡️ Email us at [email protected] to request a free copy of our latest resource: Potential
New Tri-Caucus Members in the 120th Congress

This National Book Month, we’re proud to spotlight our client Kamau Bobb and his new book, The Bullwhip’s Algorithm: Art...
10/20/2026

This National Book Month, we’re proud to spotlight our client Kamau Bobb and his new book, The Bullwhip’s Algorithm: Artificial Intelligence and America’s Racial Caste System.

Part warning, part history, and part call to action, the book argues that the future of education can’t be separated from our nation’s unfinished struggle for racial justice.

Join Bobb on November 2 at Busboys and Poets’ 14th and V streets location in DC for an intimate conversation about the book.

➡️ RSVP to attend: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bullwhips-algorithm-a-busboys-and-poets-books-presentation-tickets-2003084282009

➡️ Secure a copy of the book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/828234/the-bullwhips-algorithm-by-kamau-bobb/

November’s election could bring at least 18 new members, and possibly many more, to the Congressional Asian Pacific Amer...
10/19/2026

November’s election could bring at least 18 new members, and possibly many more, to the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, the Congressional Black Caucus, and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.

Our new resource guide profiles these potential incoming members and separates likely winners from candidates in more competitive races.

Swipe to get to know them!

➡️ Email us at [email protected] to request your free copy.

Senior Advisor Spotlight: Gara LaMarche.With four decades of experience in human rights and philanthropy, Gara knows the...
10/16/2026

Senior Advisor Spotlight: Gara LaMarche.

With four decades of experience in human rights and philanthropy, Gara knows the ups and downs of working for social change. At Raben, he helps organizations navigate those challenges, with a particular focus on governance and how boards fulfill their responsibilities.

His take on what organizations are overlooking right now: board accountability. And his challenge to leaders: “Are we living our values in our program, our culture, or our funding practices?”

➡️ Full conversation here:https://rabengroup.frb.io/uploads/img/blog/Senior-Advisor-Spotlight-Gara-LaMarche.pdf

Join us on October 21 at 12:00 PM ET for our next town hall, “Strategic Planning or Something Else? Recognizing the Prob...
10/15/2026

Join us on October 21 at 12:00 PM ET for our next town hall, “Strategic Planning or Something Else? Recognizing the Problem Behind the Problem,” where Corey Leak, Pete Weldy, and Dr. Dana Williams will join moderator Whitney Tome to discuss how to uncover the root challenges that shape an organization’s path forward.

➡️ Register here: https://rabengroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hiRKdhPYQum8PfJcNg58bw #/registration

How much effort does it take to win someone's vote? In some cases, it begins with knocking on the door.In her most recen...
10/14/2026

How much effort does it take to win someone's vote? In some cases, it begins with knocking on the door.

In her most recent Substack post, Allison Glass takes us from her then-72-year-old father's front yard to the border areas of El Paso and the Rio Grande Valley, reflecting on how Latino voters' political influence is changing and what it means for the future of American democracy. She encourages us to look beyond the news reports. She stresses that we should win the Latino vote, not take it for granted, by actively listening to people, being present, and taking families' everyday concerns seriously.
You can read her full reflections titled, "The Latino Vote Is Changing. Are We Paying Attention?" on Substack.

➡️ Read more: https://robertraben.substack.com/p/the-latino-vote-is-changing-are-we?r=89xqh2&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

This Hispanic Heritage Month, a few of our Raben colleagues shared what their heritage means to them: the traditions, va...
10/13/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, a few of our Raben colleagues shared what their heritage means to them: the traditions, values, food, family and stories that shape who they are and how they show up in their work and communities.

Thank you for sharing a little of yourselves with us and helping us get to know the people behind our work. 🧡

➡️ Read their reflections.

Congratulations to Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) Co-Executive Directors Conchita Cruz and Swapna Reddy on being ...
10/08/2026

Congratulations to Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) Co-Executive Directors Conchita Cruz and Swapna Reddy on being named to the 2026 TIME100 Next list! 🧡

We’re proud to support ASAP’s work alongside immigrant communities, from defending birthright citizenship to helping asylum seekers navigate changes in the U.S. asylum system.

Conchita and Swapna, this recognition is well deserved, and we’re glad to celebrate it with you!

A night of celebration, culture, connection, and community ✨The Raben team had a great time at the March on Washington F...
10/07/2026

A night of celebration, culture, connection, and community ✨

The Raben team had a great time at the March on Washington Film Festival's Gala, kicking off a powerful week of storytelling and inspiration with music, dancing, and an unforgettable evening in celebration of the people and organizations moving us forward.

Grateful to be in the room and even more grateful to be part of the community.

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