Raina Nelson (they/them/their) is a graduate from the New College of Florida in Sarasota, Florida, and they are currently working in AAUW’s research department. Born in California, Raina moved south to Florida during high school. Before joining AAUW, Raina worked as a health policy fellow with Cavarocchi, Ruscio, Dennis, and Associates, a lobbying firm on the Hill. Raina has a passionate interest in policy research, especially when it comes to the progress of marginalized people. AAUW’s historic commitment to advocacy on behalf of women and girls as well as a chance to develop important research skills led Raina to this position. In their spare time, Raina enjoys visiting art museums, reading nonfiction, painting, exercising, and listening to podcasts.