Braven empowers promising young people on their path to college graduation & strong first jobs. CEO & Founder: @EubanksDavis

Joined December 2014
This year’s report lifts up the powerful journeys of Braven Fellows and celebrates the partners helping make economic mobility a reality. Together, we’re creating pathways to opportunity—and our impact is growing. Read here: impactreport.braven.org #BeBraven #BravenImpact
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Volunteer at a virtual Mock Interview event where Fellows need you most! Sign up by September 27: go.braven.org/mock-interview Can't make these times? Check out our full list of virtual events on our website: braven.org/volunteer/mock-in… #BeBraven #MockInterviews #BravenVolunteer
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"Every Fellow has different goals and circumstances, and I appreciate being part of a community that helps them build the confidence, skills, and networks to define their own success." –Charmas Baylock, Braven Leadership Coach & Professional Mentor since Fall 2024 #BeBraven
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Still buzzing from our All-Staff Retreat! Braven teams from every site came together in Chicago around one theme: Connection. Grateful for everyone who made it happen. 🙌 #BeBraven #BravenRetreat
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Announcing our 2026 #BravenSummit keynote speaker: Jodi Kantor! Jodi is a Pulitzer Prize-winning @nytimes investigative reporter and bestselling author whose work has reshaped workplace standards nationwide. Learn more and register → bravensummit.org #BeBraven
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College presidents are navigating financial pressure, shifting public trust, a volatile policy environment, and a changing labor market — all at once. Join us at the 2026 Braven Summit on October 22 in Newark, NJ! 🔗 bravensummit.org #BeBraven #BravenSummit
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We're thrilled to share that Braven has been selected as an inaugural @AnthropicAI Claude Corps host organization, a national fellowship placing AI-skilled fellows at nonprofits across the country to advance their missions. 🎉 ➡️ anthropic.com/claude-corps #BeBraven
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On behalf of the Braven community, we honor and thank all who made the ultimate sacrifice, including Fellows and volunteers who have served our country. #BeBraven #MemorialDay
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We are excited to welcome Julie Aleman to the Braven Bay Area Board! Julie is the Executive Director of the @Younger Family Fund (YFF), bringing years of experience in leading strategic philanthropy and nonprofit fundraising. Welcome, Julie! #BeBraven #BravenBayArea
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Congratulations to the Braven Fellows nationwide who completed the Braven Leadership and Accelerator course this semester! A special shoutout to @UNTsocial and the @UMassLowell for completing your very first semester in the program! Here’s to many, many more! #BeBraven
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Congratulations to Jonathan Chaparro, Braven’s Chief Regional Success and Innovation Officer, on being named @TeachForAmerica Greater Chicago–Northwest Indiana’s Systems Leader of the Year! Learn more: tfachicagonwi.org/blog/annou… #BeBraven
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"Fellows are eager to have conversations with you; it's just about connecting with them and being personable," shares Jeffrey Jackson, Braven Leadership Coach at @SpelmanCollege. #BeBraven #NationalVolunteerMonth #BravenVolunteer
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Applications to become a Professional Mentor are still open! Ready to help a Fellow land their next internship or job with your guidance? Learn more and apply by Monday, May 4th at braven.org/volunteer/profess… #BeBraven #PMProgram #BravenVolunteer
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“My favorite part of the volunteer experience was watching the engagement of the students grow throughout the semester. The more questions they asked, the more I knew they were actually learning something!” - Julie Petulla, Braven Leadership Coach at @Rutgers_Newark #BeBraven
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The 2026 Jobs Report demonstrates how students translate the career readiness skills and social capital they gain through the Braven experience to land quality roles, even in a challenging labor market. Check it out: jobsreport.braven.org #BeBraven #BravenImpact
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As a Leadership Coach, you’ll guide 5–8 college students through our career-accelerating course, helping them build confidence, sharpen their professional skills, and tackle real-world challenges. Apply by May 26 at braven.org/volunteer/leaders… #BeBraven #BravenVolunteer
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Join us this fall for our #BravenSummit, a powerful day of connection, ideas, and dialogue focused on strengthening pathways from college to career. 🗓 Thursday, October 22, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM ET 📍 @NJPAC | Newark, NJ #BeBraven #BravenSummit #PutEducationToWork
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🎉 A huge thank you to all 2,060+ of our incredible Mock Interview volunteers this semester who showed up to help Fellows practice, build confidence, and get real feedback to prepare for their career journeys. #BeBraven #MIV
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“The most meaningful part has been seeing the moment where something clicks for a Fellow—when they realize they’re more capable than they thought.” shares @HonestoAJ, a ten-time Braven Mock Interviewer. 📖 Read here: braven.org/2026/03/volunteer… #BeBraven #BravenVolunteer
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The time has come! 🎉 Applications are now open to become a Professional Mentor for our summer cycle (June–September). ⏰ Learn more and apply today: braven.org/volunteer/profess… #BeBraven #BravenVolunteer #PMProgram
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From her roots on Chicago’s South Side to leading Braven, our founder & CEO Aimée Eubanks Davis has dedicated her career to expanding access to strong first jobs for first-gen and low-income college students. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=2ICzuJ4M… #BeBraven #WomensHistoryMonth
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