Change Consulting, LLC

Change Consulting, LLC Change Consulting is an award-winning social change communications agency. We believe in the power of changemakers.

We are the communications partner of choice for leaders driving racial and social justice. For nearly two decades, we’ve helped nonprofits, foundations, and mission-driven organiz Change Consulting is a Black-led, women-run communications agency based in Oakland, California, committed to social and racial justice. We also believe communications is fundamental to the work that changemakers do to st

rengthen our communities through systems change. We believe effective communications makes good possible. For the past 12 years, Change Consulting has worked in service of and in partnership with changemakers – visionaries at nonprofits, foundations and mission-driven entities – who are committed to making love and justice a reality. We have a particular focus on racial justice, including criminal justice reform, economic justice, youth empowerment, social determinants of health, equitable development and civic engagement. Our clients bring the vision and subject matter expertise, and we provide the communications counsel, strategy and hands-on implementation support to help move key audiences and realize the change they wish to see in the world.Contact us today to learn more about how we can help.

09/02/2026

Ah! So, we’re doing management today. We’ll check back tomorrow ✌🏿

We love having fun at Change Consulting. But, when the boss means business - SHE MEANS BUSINESS.

Cutting through algorithm-driven noise on social media and other online spaces has less to do with volume and everything...
09/01/2026

Cutting through algorithm-driven noise on social media and other online spaces has less to do with volume and everything to do with community, connection, authenticity.

"We need to focus on depth over volume, designing communications that cut through algorithm-driven noise with clarity, humanity and relevance. It's really essential that our communications serve as a bridge."

Reporter recently featured our CEO Bilen Mesfin Packwood and her essential insights on navigating our increasingly AI-powered world in this & Doers feature—The Human Advantage: Why Relationships Are Becoming More Valuable in a Higher-Tech World. Read the full article here: https://heyor.ca/JqV5B9

Earlier this year, our longtime partner at Black Futures Lab released the third iteration of the Black Census Project: R...
09/01/2026

Earlier this year, our longtime partner at Black Futures Lab released the third iteration of the Black Census Project: Rooted in Black Dreams, Built by Black Power. The Black Census Project is the largest survey of Black people in American history, a powerful space for Black communities to dream and to define the democracy we deserve.

We’re inviting members from our Black communities to be among the 300,000 voices whose dreams will help paint a brighter future for Black people by taking the Black Census today: https://blkcns.us/changeconsulting

Our newsletters and curated emails offer a mix of storytelling insights, practical tools, case studies from the field, a...
09/01/2026

Our newsletters and curated emails offer a mix of storytelling insights, practical tools, case studies from the field, and standout work from partners creating a meaningful impact.

If you value great storytelling and fresh ideas from organizations doing work that matters, you will feel right at home here.

Subscribe and get ideas, tips, and stories worth sharing delivered straight to your inbox. 📬

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Earlier this month, our longtime partners at Californians for Safety and Justice gathered community members and advocate...
08/28/2026

Earlier this month, our longtime partners at Californians for Safety and Justice gathered community members and advocates at California’s Capitol for Day to highlight the state’s progress in automatic criminal record clearance and call attention to the barriers to jobs, housing, and licensing that remain for formerly incarcerated people.

Read the full story in Davis Vanguard: https://davisvanguard.org/2026/08/california-record-clearance-advocates/

08/27/2026

Communications shouldn’t live in the margins of your organization.

For too many nonprofits, comms show up as the last-minute email, the rushed statement, the post squeezed in between everything else.

That’s scramble mode. And it’s exhausting. On the other hand, proactive communications is about building narrative power, trust, and alignment so you’re ready when it matters most.

ICYMI–check out part 1 of our webinar series Proactive Comms for Nonprofits on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/f3AN6yKcP_M

08/26/2026

We love our clients! 🫶🏽💛

Every day, we have the privilege of working with visionary leaders at the forefront of the fight for a just world that we all want to live in.

If you are looking for a communications partner to help turn your vision into communications strategy and hands on support to move people, policy and power, we want to hear from you. Contact us at [email protected].

Don’t let August pass without supporting a Black-owned business! 🖤✨ This month serves as a vital call to action to shop,...
08/25/2026

Don’t let August pass without supporting a Black-owned business! 🖤✨

This month serves as a vital call to action to shop, dine, and invest in the brilliant entrepreneurs within our Black networks. By choosing to support these businesses, we celebrate their resilience and fuel the growth of our communities. 🙌🏾

What businesses do you want to uplift this month? Tag them below!

Happy birthday to one of our media relations geniuses, Alexis Meisels! 🎉 From making headlines happen to keeping the tea...
08/24/2026

Happy birthday to one of our media relations geniuses, Alexis Meisels! 🎉

From making headlines happen to keeping the team laughing, you bring the perfect mix of expertise, energy, and FUN! We’re lucky to have your contagious spirit on the team. Here’s to another year of big wins, great stories, and good times.

Happy birthday to the teammate who brings so much wisdom, encouragement, and support to everything we do! 🎉 Stephanie, y...
08/21/2026

Happy birthday to the teammate who brings so much wisdom, encouragement, and support to everything we do! 🎉 Stephanie, your guidance makes our team stronger, and your positive spirit makes every challenge a little easier. We hope your day is as amazing as you are!

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