Graciela Abinader is a Strategic Advisor to the project, where she contributes her expertise in public affairs, policy strategy, and legal frameworks to support institutional initiatives in the Dominican Republic. Abinader is a researcher and strategist with a marketing, political science, and law background. She earned a B.B.A. in Marketing and Political Science from the University of Notre Dame, where she conducted research on judicial independence and its impact on democratic governance. She is currently pursuing a law degree in the Dominican Republic at Instituto OMG, looking to specialize in anti-discrimination law and institutional equity reform with a focus on the environment.

Abinader worked at a premier government affairs firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., where her clients included Fortune 500 companies, leading nonprofits, and advocacy organizations. Her work focused on strategic policy development and coalition-building to create strong cohorts that advance legal frameworks and promote equity. She advises on cross-sector collaborations and initiatives that bridge academia, government, and global governance.