Board Members

Rai Washington

Rai Washington is the Managing Member, Personal Safety Advocate, and Instructor for At Her Defense, LLC, as well as the Founder of She Is Missing, Inc. She is a Federal Firearms Licensee - licensed by the ATF, a Texas DPS Certified License to Carry Instructor, and a Non-Lethal, and Medical Instructor. Rai retired as an accountant in March 2022 after 17+ years in the field. As a survivor of abuse, she founded At Her Defense to empower others with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to protect themselves. Her mission aligns deeply with Friendship Is The New Pretty 2, as both are dedicated to uplifting and supporting women in their journeys to safety, healing, and self-sufficiency. Through her work, Rai is committed to advocating for those who have endured abuse and ensuring they have the resources and training needed to reclaim their power. In March 2025, Rai will receive the Lifetime Presidential Award - Awarded by the Biden Harris Administration and her Doctorate in Humanitarianism, furthering her dedication to serving communities in need.