Rhonda is deeply and passionately committed, and at the same time incredibly compassionate and empathetic — qualities that make her a wonderful mediator, coach, consultant and trainer. Human experiences of all kinds and depths are not merely abstract ideas to her, but real and potentially constructive contributions to communications and relationships. I recommend her highly.
I’ve had the privilege of working with Rhonda in a few capacities – I originally worked with her while interning at DREDF, and then eventually when we worked together as colleagues after I (with her support!) started working at USICD. Rhonda has an amazing gift for mentoring and supporting junior-level talent, and is extremely thoughtful about giving them opportunities that will help them develop their skills. In both capacities, I’ve been impressed with her commitment to disability rights, her relentless problem solving skills (especially while advocating for the CRPD) and her immense network of fellow advocates and champions. Id’ wholeheartedly recommend Rhonda!
I had the privilege to work with Rhonda Raven as co-workers in various projects within HI (formerly Handicap International). Her professionalism and commitment always impressed me, in addition to her capacity to work alongside and relate to people with very different backgrounds and, from around the world. She has excellent analytical capacities and is very relatable, which ensures she can make complex issues understandable to her audience. She is an excellent trainer, writer, and technical advisor. I highly recommmend Rhonda in her consulting work. I look forward to the opportunity to work with her again!
Rhonda Raven is a multi-faceted professional who will meet you exactly where you are. One of the things I find makes her so extraordinary is her energetic intuitiveness! Her heart-centered business savvy and her network of global, national and local contacts will bring YOU to the level you are seeking for yourself and your business. Her innovative style serves to connect, amplify and heal. I have known Rhonda Raven for almost 2 decades and experiencing her synergistic approach to all things will bring you to what you are searching for. I bow to her expertise and the ease in which she graces those around her.
Rhonda and I first worked together when she was running Making it Work, an innovative project aimed at translating the principles of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) into the lives of people with disabilities. She deftly managed that project, constantly working to creatively build a new initiative based on a new approach. She skillfully addressed challenges and built on successes as the initiative evolved. Rhonda brings a calm demeanor, connecting interpersonal skills and technical understanding to her work. She bridges both the US domestic and international disability communities and has worked at both the United Nations and domestic policy levels. She has close ties to the disability community with particular expertise in working with women with disabilities and strengthening DPO capacity, whether it be in programming, advocacy and fundraising.
Rhonda provided me with insight, connection and wisdom. She cares deeply for her clients and her causes.
I have known and worked with Rhonda for many years both when she was a professional advocate with the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) and in her consulting work. Rhonda is extremely professional and gifted. She can really be an asset to you as an individual struggling to manage stress and adversity in today’s workplace, or for your whole office team. She has great skills in conflict management, advocacy work, civil rights work and how to ground yourself and your staff during difficult times. Whatever help or support you need, Rhonda can help!
Rhonda is a passionate and exceptional organizer, trainer, mentor and speaker. Rhonda brings a deep commitment to, and personal knowledge of, disability rights, policy, and lobbying; social justice issues and campaigns; healing and self-care that shines through in all her work. I am grateful to have learned from and worked with Rhonda and recommend her highly.