Scheduled Events

Washington, DC

Aug 26, 2023

Washington, DC

August 26, 2023 (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Show my TED Talk and Talk about my life as a Transgender Woman and then talk about The Butterfly Project.

The Butterfly Project

Washington, DC

Jun 29, 2023

Washington, DC

June 29, 2023 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)

Federal Agency

Talk about my life and the process of my transition with the Federal Gvt.

Securities and Exchange Commission

Washington, DC

Jun 29, 2023

Washington, DC

June 29, 2023 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

University

Talk with Catherine Hyde on a training to the HR DEI Class on Transgender in the work place.

Georgetown University

Washington, DC

Jun 22, 2023

Washington, DC

June 22, 2023 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Federal Agency

Talk on the panel about my life with AmeriCorps.

AmeriCorps

Kensington, MD

Jun 21, 2023

Kensington, MD

June 21, 2023 (3:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Appearance

Telling my story as a Transgender Woman

Modena Reserve Kensington

Greenbelt, MD

Jun 17, 2023

Greenbelt, MD

June 17, 2023 (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

City Goverment

On the panel to talk about the movie Moonlight

Greenbelt City

Washington, DC

Jun 14, 2023

Washington, DC

June 14, 2023 (1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

Federal Agency

Panelist to talk about my time with the Maryland Defense Force supporting The Maryland National Guards.

Department of Veterans Affair

Washington, DC

Jun 8, 2023

Washington, DC

June 8, 2023 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Appearance

the program is scheduled for one hour with opening/introductory remarks 30-35 minute presentation by speaker, facilitated 10-15 minute Q&A and closing remarks.

Federal Housing Finance Agency

Oxen Hill, MD

Jun 4, 2023

Oxen Hill, MD

June 4, 2023 (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)

County Government

Talk about the Transgender Community and the Butterfly Project

Prince George's County Police

Greenbelt, MD

Jun 3, 2023

Greenbelt, MD

June 3, 2023 (11:00 am – 4:00 pm)

City Goverment

Talk about the Butterfly Project and set up a table

Greenbelt City Council

Boston, MA

Apr 21, 2023

Boston, MA

April 21, 2023 (3:30 pm – 4:00 pm)

Appearance

I'll be talking to the Marketing class on the use of transgender people in management.

Hult International Business School

Boston, MA

Mar 31, 2023

Boston, MA

March 31, 2023 (11:15 am – 11:45 am)

Tech School

Talk about my life as a Transgender Women and dealing with Marketing Field.

Hult International Business school

Boston, MA

Mar 31, 2023

Boston, MA

March 31, 2023 (3:00 pm – 3:30 pm)

Appearance

I'll be talking to the Marketing class on the use of transgender people in the media.

Hult International Business School

VIRTUAL, MD

Mar 15, 2023

VIRTUAL, MD

March 15, 2023 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Hi Karen, We met back in 2019 when you spoke to our Red Cross DEI group at our office in Silver Spring. We would love to invite you back. March is Red Cross month and we'd love to hear more about your experience as a trans volunteer with our organization. We also had a question from a staff member requesting more information about whether LGBTQ+ acceptance in the military is increasing and whether that truly extends to the trans community. The event would be virtual (held on Microsoft Teams) and would be open to all staff and volunteers in the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region. We typically get about 30-60 people joining these monthly calls. I'm glad to set up a time to chat to further flesh out the structure of the presentation. Thank you for considering! Kit

Red Cross of the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region

Fairmount Heights, MD

Dec 8, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

December 8, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Meeting up with the Transgender Community for lunch.

Fairmount Library

Washington, DC

Nov 15, 2022

Washington, DC

November 15, 2022 (3:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Telling my story of my life and program I am working on.

RSM US LLC

Baltimore, MD

Nov 12, 2022

Baltimore, MD

November 12, 2022 (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Conference

On Saturday, November 12, 2022 Association of Independent MD-DC Schools (AIMS) Student Diversity Leadership Conference (SDLC) will return to an in-person format for the first time in three years. AIMS SDLC is a high school diversity and equity leadership training event that is planned and led by area high school students. SDLC elevates and empowers 9th-12th grade students from AIMS schools and beyond, especially those whose identities do not always experience belonging in our schools. The student and adult planners are very excited and we appreciate Sandy Spring Friends School (SSFS) in Olney, MD for hosting us this year. The ongoing support and partnership from AIMS has allowed this amazing student-led event to thrive for over thirty years! This year, we hope to have participation of nearly 400 people (registration will close at the maximum numbers below): Students and Adult around 400 people.

Baltimore County Public Library

Fairmount Heights, MD

Nov 10, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

November 10, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Meeting up with the Transgender Community in the Fairmount Heights area.

Fairmount Library

New York, NY

Oct 28, 2022

New York, NY

October 28, 2022 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

I'll be talking about my life and my time with the Maryland Defense Force

New York Times

Oxon Hill, MD

Oct 27, 2022

Oxon Hill, MD

October 27, 2022 (4:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

TV

This is my TV show in Oxon Hill, MD

KKHolmes Inc

Fairmount Heights, MD

Oct 13, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

October 13, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Meeting up with the Transgender Community for lunch.

Fairmount Library

Fairmount Heights, MD

Sep 8, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

September 8, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Meeting up with the Transgender Community for lunch.

Fairmount Library

Fairmount Heights, MD

Aug 11, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

August 11, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Meeting up with the Transgender Community in the Fairmount Heights area.

Prince George's County Memorial Library System

Rockville, MD

Jul 7, 2022

Rockville, MD

July 7, 2022 (10:00 am – 2:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

I was invited to the Montgomery County Police 100 Year Commemorative Ceremony.

Montgomery County Police

Washington, DC

Jun 29, 2022

Washington, DC

June 29, 2022 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Panelist

Talk about my talks and training Law Enforcement.

Department of Energy

Upper Marlboro, MD

Jun 28, 2022

Upper Marlboro, MD

June 28, 2022 (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm)

County Government

Will be speaking at the State's Attorney's Event about the Butterfly Project!!!

Prince George's State’s Attorney’s Office"

King George, VA

Jun 13, 2022

King George, VA

June 13, 2022 (7:00 pm – 7:15 pm)

Appearance

Talking with the Board Members of the King George NAACP Chapter. Bridging the Gap with the Transgender Community.

NAACP

Fairmount Heights, MD

Jun 9, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

June 9, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

To meetup with the Transgender People in the Fairmount Heights area for lunch.

Prince George's County Memorial Library System

Greenbelt, MD

Jun 4, 2022

Greenbelt, MD

June 4, 2022 (1:00 pm – 2:30 pm)

Appearance

Tell my story and talk about the Butterfly Project

Greenbelt City

Bowie, MD

May 30, 2022

Bowie, MD

May 30, 2022 (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

The WVUCI Members will be placing the Wreaths at the Memorial Park in Bowie.

Women's Veteran United Committee

North East, MD

May 28, 2022

North East, MD

May 28, 2022 (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)

Military Event/Training

Speak at the Chesapeake House Travel Plaza for the Reading of Our Women's Names Including POW Women Candle Lighting with Taps.

Women's Veteran United Committee

Greenbelt, MD

May 28, 2022

Greenbelt, MD

May 28, 2022 (2:15 pm – 4:00 pm)

Appearance

City Councilman Ric Gordon would like me to make an appearance at the Greenbelt Mall Event

Greenbelt City Council

Fairmount Heights, MD

May 12, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

May 12, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

To meetup with the Transgender People in the Fairmount Heights area for lunch.

Fairmount Heights Librarh

Silver Spring, MD

May 3, 2022

Silver Spring, MD

May 3, 2022 (8:00 pm – 9:15 pm)

PodCast

Talking with Guest MiMi Morgan Living Life Now.

KKHolmes

Arlington, VA

Apr 21, 2022

Arlington, VA

April 21, 2022 (5:00 pm – 8:00 pm)

Military Event/Training

A fundraiser will be held at Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant

Serve With Pride

Fairmount Heights, MD

Apr 14, 2022

Fairmount Heights, MD

April 14, 2022 (12:30 pm – 1:30 pm)

Other

The luncheon is for the Transgender Sex Workers in the Fairmount Heights area. The talk with them about the Butterfly Project about what we want to do to help them off the streets.

Prince George's County Memorial Library System

College Park, MD

Apr 6, 2022

College Park, MD

April 6, 2022 (3:15 pm – 5:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Class will start at 3:30. You and I will be sitting on a barstool type chair so that we are up high enough for students to see us. You will have a lavalier mic. When you are interacting with students or within six feet of students in the classroom, you have to wear a mask. It is fine to do the "talk" portion of the class without a mask, we just have to be six feet back. We'll have a few announcements/ class business at the beginning of class and then I will "interview" you beginning around 3:45ish. Here is what the agenda looks like. Agenda Welcome 3:30-3:32 - Washburn Announcements 3:32-3:35 - Kelly Follow up on mental health discussion posts 3:35-3:40 - Washburn Guest Speaker: Karen Holmes Interview with Washburn 3:40- 4:15 Q&A with students 4:15 - 4:25 Rowan and Jay will have questions ready to go Issue Group check in 4:25

University of Maryland - Public Leadership

Silver Spring, MD

Apr 6, 2022

Silver Spring, MD

April 6, 2022 (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm)

Interview

Talk about my life as a Transgender Woman and the projects I am working on in the Trans Community and the Butterfly Project.

The Dylan Experience

Silver Spring, MD

Mar 17, 2022

Silver Spring, MD

March 17, 2022 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Panelist

Highlighting Transgender People on Trans Visibility Day to bring awareness to TDOV.

LGBTQ Veteran Community Outreach and Relations Specialist

Silver Spring, MD

Mar 11, 2022

Silver Spring, MD

March 11, 2022 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talk about Transgender Service people and other issues they face.

In The Community Inc.

Silver spring, MD

Mar 4, 2022

Silver spring, MD

March 4, 2022 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

PodCast

Talk about my life as a Transgender woman.

University of Maryland Student

Silver Spring, MD

Feb 3, 2022

Silver Spring, MD

February 3, 2022 (4:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

PodCast

Karen Kendra Holmes works for the Federal Government as a Safety Officer. She is a strong advocate for the Transgender Community speaking around the country from military, police, fire, medical field, university, etc.

SOAR Community Network

Silver Spring, MD

Jan 7, 2022

Silver Spring, MD

January 7, 2022 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talking about Veteran's Service. Also, about Transgender people serving as well.

In The Community Inc.

Silver Spring, MD

Dec 31, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

December 31, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talking about the Transgender Community and the Veteran Community.

In The Community IInc.

Silver Spring, MD

Dec 24, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

December 24, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talking about the Transgender Community Holiday Time with or without the family.

In The Community IInc.

Silver Spring, MD

Dec 17, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

December 17, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talk about Transgender Community and the Veterans

In The Community IInc.

Silver Spring, MD

Dec 10, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

December 10, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talking about the Trans Community

In The Community IInc.

Silver Spring, MD

Dec 3, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

December 3, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

PodCast

Talking about the Transgender Community

In The Community IInc.

Washington, DC

Dec 1, 2021

Washington, DC

December 1, 2021 (7:00 pm – 7:30 pm)

Panelist

On WUSA9 TV, Family Health Services Division at the health department. We are planning a World AIDS Day event and are searching for individuals to appear on a panel. We would like to know if you would be interested in participating.

WUSA9

York, PA

Nov 30, 2021

York, PA

November 30, 2021 (8:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

PodCast

I'll be talking about the introducing of the Butterfly Project in the Fairmount Heights, MD and the roll out on November 9th.

My Feminine Heart

Washington, DC

Nov 30, 2021

Washington, DC

November 30, 2021 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)

One-on-One Interview

Interview with Mike Silverstien, Retired ABC News Reporter, on my experience being a soldier with the Maryland Defense Force.

Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs

Cheverly, MD

Nov 24, 2021

Cheverly, MD

November 24, 2021 (4:00 pm – 4:30 pm)

Panelist

On WUSA9 TV, Family Health Services Division at the health department. We are planning a World AIDS Day event and are searching for individuals to appear on a panel. We would like to know if you would be interested in participating.

Prince George’s County Health Department Cheverly Health Center

Largo, MD

Nov 20, 2021

Largo, MD

November 20, 2021 (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

I will be talking about the Butterfly Project on November 20th and when I will introduce it to the community and the roll out date on December 9th. Event will be at the Doubletree by Hilton 9100 Basil Court Largo, MD 20774

Heart to Hand

Cheverly, MD

Nov 19, 2021

Cheverly, MD

November 19, 2021 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Panelist

The Family Health Services Division at the health department. We are planning a World AIDS Day event and are searching for individuals to appear on a panel. We would like to know if you would be interested in participating. Please give me a call when you’re available. I also left you a voice message.

Prince George’s County Health Department Cheverly Health Center

Columbia, MD

Nov 15, 2021

Columbia, MD

November 15, 2021 (9:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Photos

The Platform Magazine has me on the cover of their magazine. It is an oasis of inspiration dedicated to documenting inspirations, pageantry, health & wellness, style, international fashion, business, law, and art through an insightful network of international contributors, leading industry experts and visionaries.

The Platform Magazine

Fairmount Heights, MD

Nov 13, 2021

Fairmount Heights, MD

November 13, 2021 (2:00 pm – 6:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

The New Royal Family of Advocates for the Homeless Prince George's County, Maryland

Grace Haven Boutique

Columbia, MD

Nov 11, 2021

Columbia, MD

November 11, 2021 (8:15 pm – 9:15 pm)

Panelist

DaBaby & Dave) ", the third of our new series: "Indecency and Order".

The Well Encounter

Rockville, MD

Nov 10, 2021

Rockville, MD

November 10, 2021 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

Interview

Talk about the Butterfly Project

You Be The Judge

Washington, DC

Nov 8, 2021

Washington, DC

November 8, 2021 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

Radio Guest

Talking about The Butterfly Project starting in Fairmount Heights, MD

WPFW

Frederick, MD

Nov 3, 2021

Frederick, MD

November 3, 2021 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)

Radio Guest

Talk about my experience with Maryland Defense Force supporting the Maryland National Guards.

WFMD Free Talk

Silver Spring, MD

Oct 15, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

October 15, 2021 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Interview

Will be interviewed on my life as a Transgender Woman

StoryCorps

Greenbelt, MD

Oct 15, 2021

Greenbelt, MD

October 15, 2021 (7:30 pm – 9:00 pm)

Panelist

Listen to the guest panel "We listen & discuss LGBTQ+ Issues

Roosevelt Club

Silver Spring, MD

Oct 10, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

October 10, 2021 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Panelist

A panelist of speakers talking about Coming Out in the Community.

LGBTQ Dignity Project

Baltimore, MD

Oct 9, 2021

Baltimore, MD

October 9, 2021 (3:15 pm – 4:15 pm)

Conference

Will be talking about how people get to know, understand, and working with the Transgender Community with respect.

Unity Fellowship Church of Baltimore

Rockville, MD

Sep 15, 2021

Rockville, MD

September 15, 2021 (6:00 pm – 7:15 pm)

PodCast

Karen Kendra Holmes is an award-winning advocate who uses her TED Talk and her radio program to teach the transgender community how to live fulfilling life by being true to themselves. Karen will share her passion for helping others transition and foster acceptance and support from those around them. Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdatFqVu5a The links to the show are: https://youtu.be/eOmM82tVbXY and https://www.spreaker.com/episode/46539468 also https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bridges-with-dr-paul-w-dyer/id1462784198?i=1000535472162

You Be The Judge

District of Columbia, WA

Sep 14, 2021

District of Columbia, WA

September 14, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Listen to Pastor Scott on how forgive those who hate us.

Inside Out Radio Show

Bowie, MD

Jul 21, 2021

Bowie, MD

July 21, 2021 (10:00 am – 11:30 am)

Story Sharing of My Life

Talk about what is going on my life these days since COVID.

Sister's 4 Fitness

Washington, DC

Jul 20, 2021

Washington, DC

July 20, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

I'll be talking with Mia Mason running for Congress in 2022.

Inside Out

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Faifax, VA

Jul 17, 2021

Faifax, VA

July 17, 2021 (5:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Appearance

We will be celebrating:The10th anniversary of The Platform Magazine, Gisella's 8th Annual Birthday/Celebration of life, & #roaringtwenties.

The Platform Magazine

Washington, DC

Jul 15, 2021

Washington, DC

July 15, 2021 (1:00 pm – 3:30 pm)

Training

Training to Winston-Salem, NC PD bridging the Gap between Law Enforcement and The Transgender Community.

DOJ/CRS

Washington, DC

Jul 14, 2021

Washington, DC

July 14, 2021 (1:00 pm – 3:30 pm)

Training

Training to Georgetown Law PD bridging the Gap between Law Enforcement and The Transgender Community.

DOJ/CRS

Prince George's County, MD

Jun 29, 2021

Prince George's County, MD

June 29, 2021 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm)

Panelist

States Attorney Forum - Join State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy, members of the LGBTQ+ Community and Allies for the groundbreaking virtual discussion about their life experiences, resources and much more.

LGBTQ Dignity Project

College Park, MD

Jun 27, 2021

College Park, MD

June 27, 2021 (10:00 am – 9:00 pm)

Appearance

Pride in the Park (College Park, MD)

LGBTQ Dignity Project

Oxon Hill, MD

Jun 26, 2021

Oxon Hill, MD

June 26, 2021 (8:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Appearance

National Harbor- we will be lighting up the national wheel and the businesses in that area with rainbow colors

LGBTQ Dignity Project

Fairmont, MD

Jun 25, 2021

Fairmont, MD

June 25, 2021 (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Appearance

Fairmont Heights- Honoring the transgender women that were killed.

The LGBTQ Dignity Project

Silver Spring, MD

Jun 23, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

June 23, 2021 (11:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Panelist

Talk with the Holy Cross Hospital Staff on how to accept and Treat the Transgender Community.

Holt Cross Hospital

Silver Spring, MD

Jun 21, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

June 21, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:30 pm)

Music Video

My Life Matters is a declaration, through song, of the validity and worth of trans lives. This music video project will combine powerful voices, passionate music and inspirational faces to raise high the message that trans lives matters. Simultaneously, to reflect the inclusivity of this message, community will be represented in the form of black lives, browns lives as well as other minority groups will be represented to let the audience know that any group of people that has been erased, marginalized and overlooked, matter!

Kauri Media

Chicago, IL

Jun 21, 2021

Chicago, IL

June 21, 2021 (7:00 pm – 7:30 pm)

Interview

Chicago, April 27, 2021 - Today, PrideIndex.com™ announced the five organizations and ten individuals that have been selected to be honored at the 14th Annual Esteem Awards. The honorees were selected by a committee of past honorees. Due to Covid-19 this year's reception has been cancelled. The Esteem Awards will return to an in-person event in the summer of 2022.

PrideIndex.com

Winston-Salem, NC

Jun 17, 2021

Winston-Salem, NC

June 17, 2021 (1:00 pm – 3:30 pm)

Training

Training to Winston-Salem, NC PD bridging the Gap between Law Enforcement and The Transgender Community.

DOJ/CRS

Washington, DC

Jun 16, 2021

Washington, DC

June 16, 2021 (12:00 pm – 12:45 pm)

Speaking Engagement

to talk about Current Transgender Issues. Throughout LGBTQ Pride Month, we will have a panel event that will focus on all aspects of the LGBTQ community, spotlights on prominent LGBTQ individuals, “At Your Leisure” Items like Books, Movies, and Documentaries involving the LGBTQ community and we will share TED Talks about tough topics in the LGBTQ community.

Department of Veterans Affairs | Office of Inspector General

Winston-Salem, NC

Jun 16, 2021

Winston-Salem, NC

June 16, 2021 (1:00 pm – 3:30 pm)

Training

Training to Winston-Salem, NC PD bridging the Gap between Law Enforcement and The Transgender Community.

DOJ/CRS

Washington, DC, DC

Jun 8, 2021

Washington, DC, DC

June 8, 2021 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Panelist

i would speak on your career path and your intersectional identities. We will be asking speakers to highlight both challenges they’ve faced in their lives/careers and examples of how they have overcome those challenges to reach their leadership positions.

Peace Corps

Rockville, MD

Jun 7, 2021

Rockville, MD

June 7, 2021 (11:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

I will be there with the County Executive and Council Members for the Raising of the LGBTQ Flag on Veteran's Plaza. I will also be speaking for 2 minutes of the event.

Montgomery County Council

Washington, DC

May 11, 2021

Washington, DC

May 11, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Talking with former DC Police LT. Brett Parson helping the Transgender Community.

WPFW

Upper Marlboro, MD

Apr 29, 2021

Upper Marlboro, MD

April 29, 2021 (9:00 am – 10:30 am)

County Government

Training the police recruits on Transgender issues.

Prince George's County Police

Baltimore, MD

Apr 28, 2021

Baltimore, MD

April 28, 2021 (6:30 pm – 8:00 pm)

Panelist

Talk with the MD LGBT Chamber Members being Transgender.

Maryland LGBT Chamber of Commerce

Washington, DC

Apr 27, 2021

Washington, DC

April 27, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

On with Alvin Butler owner of Text2Them

WPFW

Rockville, MD

Apr 21, 2021

Rockville, MD

April 21, 2021 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

County Government

Will be training staff with Montgomery County, MD on working and understanding the Transgender Community.

Montgomery County EEO

Upper Marlboro, MD

Apr 14, 2021

Upper Marlboro, MD

April 14, 2021 (9:00 am – 10:30 am)

County Government

Train the Negotiation Team on Transgender issues.

Prince George's County Police

Washington, DC

Apr 13, 2021

Washington, DC

April 13, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Talking with Mai Mason on if she will run again for Public Office again.

WPFW

Kansas City, KS

Mar 31, 2021

Kansas City, KS

March 31, 2021 (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Federal Agency

Provide a general and potentially first-time overview of the Transgender community and resources and information that supports the safety of transgender individuals and promotes and retains transgender individuals within our workforce and communities

USDA

Washington, DC

Mar 30, 2021

Washington, DC

March 30, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Talking with Brian Smiga, Exec Director with TEDx Asbury Park

WPFW

Rockville, MD

Mar 24, 2021

Rockville, MD

March 24, 2021 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

County Government

Teaching and Answering Questions on Transgender issues to Montgomery County Staff through EEO Department.

Montgomery County EEO

Washington, DC

Mar 16, 2021

Washington, DC

March 16, 2021 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

With my guest Kristin Beck, Former Navy Seal Team 6

WPFW

Silver Spring, MD

Mar 10, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

March 10, 2021 (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)

Panelist

Talk about Hate Crimes in Montgomery County MD

Montgomery County Police

Silver Spring, MD

Mar 3, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

March 3, 2021 (5:00 pm – 6:00 pm)

Blog Radio

About my life and the things I am doing now.

Collections by Michelle Brownn Blog Radio

Washington, DC

Mar 3, 2021

Washington, DC

March 3, 2021 (12:30 pm – 12:45 pm)

Radio Guest

Will be talking with the WTOP Host about my life

WTOP Radio

Rockville, MD

Feb 18, 2021

Rockville, MD

February 18, 2021 (1:00 pm – 2:30 pm)

Panelist

Talk about my life as a Transgender woman in todays life.

Montgomery County EEO

Washington, DC

Feb 17, 2021

Washington, DC

February 17, 2021 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

PodCast

On the show of "Out With Jimmy Alexander Pod Cast", to talk about trying to help the Trans Sex Workers.

Out With Jimmy Alexander

Silver Spring, MD

Feb 4, 2021

Silver Spring, MD

February 4, 2021 (6:15 pm – 6:45 pm)

Interview

Asking me questions about the Joy in my life after my TEDx Talk in May 2018.

TEDx

Baltimore, MD

Dec 14, 2020

Baltimore, MD

December 14, 2020 (11:00 am – 12:00 pm)

University

Teach the 2nd year medical students around the area of Transgender Lives.

John Hopkins University

King George, VA

Dec 6, 2020

King George, VA

December 6, 2020 (4:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Sharing My Life Story on Podcast called Operation F.L.O.W. ("Fortitude, Leadership, Opportunity, Wisdom") with Marsha D. Stonehill.

Operation F.L.O.W.

Fredericksburg, VA

Nov 20, 2020

Fredericksburg, VA

November 20, 2020 (2:30 pm – 5:00 pm)

Speaking Engagement

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.

Transgender Support Group of Fredericksburg, VA

Germantown, MD

Nov 20, 2020

Germantown, MD

November 20, 2020 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Appearance

Transgender Day of Remembrance, put on by UCC Seneca Valley at 7:00 pm

UCC Seneca Valley Church

Fairmount Heights, MD

May 30, 2020

Fairmount Heights, MD

May 30, 2020 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

County Government

Meal Distribution, Resources, and Other Giveaways

Town of Fairmount Heights

Washington, DC

Apr 28, 2020

Washington, DC

April 28, 2020 (9:30 am – 10:00 am)

Panelist

The purpose of this online meeting is to have a brief conversation with the students in the course about the work of your organization and its impact on the transgender community in Washington, DC.

Georgetown University

Wheaton, MD

Apr 25, 2020

Wheaton, MD

April 25, 2020 (2:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Panelist

Talking about the issues around Gender Identity Discrimination in Montgomery County, MD

Montgomery County Police

Centreville, MD

Mar 31, 2020

Centreville, MD

March 31, 2020 (8:00 am – 12:45 pm)

High School

The Gunston School's Transgender Day of Visibility is sponsored by the school's Gay-Straight Alliance and is part of our monthly speaker series. We would like you to speak for about thirty minutes in the morning, and then potentially meet with students through the day, based on your availability.

The Gunston School

Rockville, MD

Mar 25, 2020

Rockville, MD

March 25, 2020 (10:00 am – 3:00 pm)

Workshop Training

1 to 2 Hours Training Session and Discussion Event.

Montgomery County Goverment EEO

Frederick, MD

Mar 8, 2020

Frederick, MD

March 8, 2020 (9:00 am – 10:30 am)

Panelist

Talk about my life as a Transgender woman and my life.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Frederick

Washington, DC

Feb 25, 2020

Washington, DC

February 25, 2020 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

On the show as a Guest to give an updated interview of my life and what I have been doing around in the Transgender Community lately. The Host of the show will be Mimi Hunt.

WPFW

El Palso, TX

Feb 15, 2020

El Palso, TX

February 15, 2020 (1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

Interview

Talk about my time with the Maryland Defense Force.

Borderland Rainbow Center

Washington, DC

Feb 2, 2020

Washington, DC

February 2, 2020 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Coming on Jimmy's show to talk about my life from the questions he will be asking.

Out With Jimmy Alexander Podcast

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Washington, DC

Jan 14, 2020

Washington, DC

January 14, 2020 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Having Matthew Lewellyn on the show. A young teen to talk about his live as a Transgender Boy.

WPFW

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Washington, DC

Dec 4, 2019

Washington, DC

December 4, 2019 (5:00 pm – 7:45 pm)

Speaking Engagement

Pulling together the community on LGBTQ+

Georgetown Community Affinity Group

Largo, MD

Nov 20, 2019

Largo, MD

November 20, 2019 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Speaking Engagement

The theme is We Remember, We Exist". They Want me to talk about "We Exist" for the program.

Heart to Hand, Inc.

Rockville, MN

Nov 14, 2019

Rockville, MN

November 14, 2019 (4:30 pm – 7:30 pm)

Panelist

The course consists of Montgomery County Public School staff and educators who want to learn more about the different faiths and religions they may encounter in our schools.

Rockville United Church

Silver Spring, MD

Nov 13, 2019

Silver Spring, MD

November 13, 2019 (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

Talk about my experience as a patient at Holy Cross Hospital.

Holy Cross Hospital

Washington, DC

Nov 8, 2019

Washington, DC

November 8, 2019 (10:00 am – 11:30 am)

Interview

Being interviewed by reporter with Voice Of America

Voice of America - VOA

Washington, DC

Oct 8, 2019

Washington, DC

October 8, 2019 (8:30 am – 1:30 pm)

Rally Event

the Supreme Court is going to be hearing arguments on October 8 on three cases that raise the question of whether gender identity discrimination and sexual orientation discrimination is allowed under federal law. We represent the clients in two of the three cases. We're organizing a rally in front of the Supreme Court building for the morning of the arguments.

ACLU's Nnational LGBT and HIV Project

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Washington, DC

Oct 7, 2019

Washington, DC

October 7, 2019 (10:45 am – 12:15 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

Residency Fellowship in Health Policy (RFHP) Course Coordinator and Senior Research Assistant for the Fitzhugh Mullan Institute for Health Workforce Equity at the Milken Institute School of Public Health Department of Health Policy and Management at GWU.

Milken Institute School of Public Health Department of Health Policy and Management at GWU

Bethesda, MD

Sep 19, 2019

Bethesda, MD

September 19, 2019 (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Bridging the Gap between Church and Transgender Community. Talk with the members of the church.

Bethesda Presbyterian Church

New York, NY

Aug 20, 2019

New York, NY

August 20, 2019 (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

My photo with other Transgender people will be on display put on by NYU Langone Tisch Hospital

Positive Exposure

Bowie, MD

Aug 6, 2019

Bowie, MD

August 6, 2019 (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

Talk with people that want to know more about the Transgender Community and how they can become Allies.

Prince George's County, Maryland Human Relations Commission

Philadelphia, PA

Jul 27, 2019

Philadelphia, PA

July 27, 2019 (3:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Workshop Training

Workshop proposal, Being Accepted For Who You Are.

Mazzoni Center

Washington, DC

Jun 26, 2019

Washington, DC

June 26, 2019 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

Federal Agency

Talk about my personal journey and time with the military.

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Washington, DC

Jun 25, 2019

Washington, DC

June 25, 2019 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Will have a couple of Guest on the Show.

WPFW - Inside Out Radio Show

Fort Meade, MD

Jun 20, 2019

Fort Meade, MD

June 20, 2019 (1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

Military Event/Training

The program is scheduled for Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 1:00 pm, and will be streamed on the Defense Media Activity's YouTube page after the conclusion of the event. I have also attached the directions to our agency on this email as well.The following is the information for the observance.

Fort Meade - Defense Media Activity's (DMA)

Rockville, MD

Jun 15, 2019

Rockville, MD

June 15, 2019 (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Article

To be a Moderator to the Pride Event Panel

Rockville City Maryland Government

Washington, DC

May 31, 2019

Washington, DC

May 31, 2019 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Panelist

Giving my life story from my TEDx Asbury Park talk.

US Capitol Police Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Action

Arlington, VA

May 13, 2019

Arlington, VA

May 13, 2019 (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Other

Maria Gonzalez was the first Philadelphia Police Officer to transition while still working. She lived her life as a women for the final fifteen years of her life. Unfortunately, she had nothing in writing about her death, so an ex-wife and daughter decided to bury her as a man.

LGBT Fallen Heroes Fund

Silver Spring, MD

May 10, 2019

Silver Spring, MD

May 10, 2019 (9:00 am – 10:30 am)

Story Sharing of My Life

Sharing my Life Story and Serving as a Red Cross Volunteer

American Red Cross NCR

Washington, DC

May 1, 2019

Washington, DC

May 1, 2019 (9:00 am – 4:00 pm)

Panelist

Talk and educate the community and local organizations in DC, MD, and VA being Transgender and having your own business.

Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC

Washington, DC

Apr 23, 2019

Washington, DC

April 23, 2019 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Being Transgender and Having and Living Your Dreams

Inside Out

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Largo, MD

Apr 18, 2019

Largo, MD

April 18, 2019 (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Speaking to the Prince George's Academy Police Recruits

Prince George's Police Academy

Ocean City, MD

Apr 11, 2019

Ocean City, MD

April 11, 2019 (9:00 am – 10:30 am)

Story Sharing of My Life

The fall / winter series is focused on the topic of inclusiveness. For our January session we are looking to do a three-part session featuring speakers on different aspects of inclusivity. I am working with the president of Extraordinary Minds an organization focused on helping individuals and families of people with autism, as well with the executive director of American Trails who is a paraplegic and an advocate for an accessible outdoor environment. This session to share my experiences as an advocate for the transgender community.

Montgomery Parks

Springfield, MA

Apr 3, 2019

Springfield, MA

April 3, 2019 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life

speaking at Western New England University Law School in Springfield, MA on April 3 for another workshop about the transgender military ban?

GLADQ Legal Advocates & Defenders

Harrisburg, PA

Mar 23, 2019

Harrisburg, PA

March 23, 2019 (10:30 am – 11:45 am)

Speaking Engagement

A Celebration of Gender Diversity," hosted by TransCentralPA in Pennsylvania's capital city of Harrisburg! As the keystone bridges and holds together associated entities, Trans-identifying people do the same, and the Keystone Conference is a celebration of the unique diversity of gender and our central and unifying place in society. Pennsylvania is known as the Keystone State because of its significance in unifying the early colonies, and it is quite relevant that we hold this conference here in the state's capital, ideally located within an easy drive from six major east coast cities.

TransCentralPA

Rockville, MD

Mar 16, 2019

Rockville, MD

March 16, 2019 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Other

Heather Mac is shooting a music video for my song "Warrior," which is a power anthem for ALL women and my ode to the Me Too movement. For the video, I'm gathering powerful and courageous women to visually paint the magnificent broad spectrum of what it means to be a woman. We are placing emphasis on the representation of women with marginalized identities, which includes (but is not limited to) women of color, women with disabilities, LGBTQ+ women, plus size women, and women of age.

Rockville United Church

Bethesda, MD

Mar 15, 2019

Bethesda, MD

March 15, 2019 (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

Invited by Montgomery County Chief Thomas Manger

Montgomery County Police Department

Washington, DC

Mar 12, 2019

Washington, DC

March 12, 2019 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

Being Transgender and Dating

Inside Out

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Baltimore, MD

Mar 9, 2019

Baltimore, MD

March 9, 2019 (12:45 pm – 2:15 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Session called "Voices from the Community" where we ask people to share their experiences.

Chase Brexton Health Resource Center

Washington, DC

Mar 8, 2019

Washington, DC

March 8, 2019 (3:30 pm – 6:00 pm)

Panelist

Talking about my life

WPFW Radio Station 89.3 FM

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Largo, MD

Feb 19, 2019

Largo, MD

February 19, 2019 (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Speaking to the Prince George's Academy Police Recruits

Prince George's Police Academy

Rockville, MD

Feb 17, 2019

Rockville, MD

February 17, 2019 (12:15 pm – 1:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

The stories are meant to inspire hope in those who are feeling hopeless. This idea was inspired by Rainbow Place, a women's shelter in Rockville, and the stories will be shared with the women of Rainbow Place to help them overcome their feelings of hopelessness over being homeless.

Rockville United Church

Detroit, MI

Feb 5, 2019

Detroit, MI

February 5, 2019 (6:30 pm – 7:45 pm)

One-on-One Interview

Talk about my life in general and how my life in the military. The goal is to show how our communities touch and impact every area of life and, by focusing on these change makers, present examples, ideas and models on building on the strengths of diversity and inclusion.

Can We Talk For Real

Marlborough, MA

Feb 2, 2019

Marlborough, MA

February 2, 2019 (3:30 pm – 5:00 pm)

Conference

GLAD and Trans People of Color Coalition (TPOCC) have come together to host this panel discussion on the state of current legal issues that impact transgender and gender non-conforming people. We will not only discuss these issues but will talk about what you can do to have an immediate impact. Our primary topics will include: The legal fight against the proposed ban on military service by transgender people: what it means for those who choose to serve, are serving, and have served openly and proudly, as well as for transgender rights more broadly.

GLAD Zander TPOCC

Washington, DC

Jan 22, 2019

Washington, DC

January 22, 2019 (11:30 am – 11:45 am)

One-on-One Interview

Talking with TV Report Daria Dieguts with Ukrainian TV about my thoughts and feelings over the Supreme Court ruling to let the Transgender military ban go into effect.

Ukrainian TV

Baltimore, MD

Jan 16, 2019

Baltimore, MD

January 16, 2019 (5:00 pm – 7:30 pm)

Panelist

Talk about my life as a Transwoman dealing with the medical field.

University of Maryland

Washington, DC

Nov 30, 2018

Washington, DC

November 30, 2018 (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

TDOR Keynote Speaker Kaiser Permanente DC

Kaiser Permanente

Lancaster, PA

Nov 20, 2018

Lancaster, PA

November 20, 2018 (6:00 pm – 9:30 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.

Grace United Church of Christ - City of Lancaster

Baltimore, MD

Nov 16, 2018

Baltimore, MD

November 16, 2018 (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

TDOR Keynote Speaker Kaiser Permanente MD

Kaiser Permanente

Tyson, VA

Nov 12, 2018

Tyson, VA

November 12, 2018 (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

TDOR Keynote Speaker Kaiser Permanente VA

Kaiser Permanente

Washington, DC

Nov 11, 2018

Washington, DC

November 11, 2018 (6:00 pm – 9:45 pm)

Panelist

Will be talking what it is or was like being in the military as a Transgender Person.

We The People

Washington, DC

Oct 22, 2018

Washington, DC

October 22, 2018 12:30 pm – October 23, 2018 1:30 pm

Appearance

Celebrities & Activists are protesting Trump's latest attack on Transgender People at the White House.

National Center for Transgender Equality

Baltimore, MD

Oct 19, 2018

Baltimore, MD

October 19, 2018 (10:00 am – 11:30 am)

Speaking Engagement

Speak to the Baltimore County Police Department of my life as a transgender Woman

Baltimore County Police Department

Bowie, MD

Oct 16, 2018

Bowie, MD

October 16, 2018 (11:00 am – 11:45 am)

Story Sharing of My Life

Talking on the show about my life and homeless kids who are LGBTQ.

Sisters4Fitness Show

Rockville, MD

Oct 15, 2018

Rockville, MD

October 15, 2018 (11:00 am – 1:00 pm)

County Government

Presentation for Diversity Program

Montgomery County Government, EEO Compliance & Diversity Unit, Office of Human Resources

Washington, DC

Oct 2, 2018

Washington, DC

October 2, 2018 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Radio Host

I will be Hosting the Inside Out LGBT Show with two Guest

WPFW 89.3 FM

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Centerville, VA

Sep 29, 2018

Centerville, VA

September 29, 2018 (12:15 pm – 12:30 pm)

Event Appearances and Participations

This year's festival theme is "United in Pride," and we are inviting everyone in the pro-equality community to attend our festival united by our shared appreciation for diversity and acceptance.

NOVA Pride

New York, NY

Sep 25, 2018

New York, NY

September 25, 2018 (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Appearance

I did a photo shoot for this event last year August 16, 2017. The photos give people the permission to see beauty and interpret beauty in their own right. Not to see beauty that is dictated by industry's ideas of what is acceptable. My surgeon Dr. Rachel Bluebond-Langner was a[art of putting the project together with the people lives she changed for Life!!!

Positive Exposure

Washington, DC

Sep 19, 2018

Washington, DC

September 19, 2018 (11:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Interview

Talking about what it was like serving in the Maryland Defense Force

GLAD

New York, NY

Aug 15, 2018

New York, NY

August 15, 2018 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)

Interview

Host Nathan Eckel for Be The Talk Podcast wanted to interview me on his podcast. Nathan saw my TEDx Asbury Park talk.

Be The Talk

Rockville, MD

Aug 5, 2018

Rockville, MD

August 5, 2018 (11:15 am – 12:45 pm)

Story Sharing & Training

Sharing my story with LGBTQ Outreach Group

Rockville United Church

Washington, DC

Jul 19, 2018

Washington, DC

July 19, 2018 (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm)

Appearance

George Washington University School of Nursing Offices of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Student Affairs

George Washington University School of Nursing

Washington, DC

Jun 28, 2018

Washington, DC

June 28, 2018 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

Panelist

Panel Speaker before Pride Month for Peace Corps

Peace Corps

Frederick, MD

Jun 27, 2018

Frederick, MD

June 27, 2018 (11:30 am – 1:00 pm)

Military Event/Training

Keynote speaker at Fort Detrick before their Soldiers an Civilian Personnel.

Fort Detrick

Fort Meade, MD

Jun 26, 2018

Fort Meade, MD

June 26, 2018 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Military Event/Training

Round table discussion on my life and also did Q&A

Defense Media Activity

Prince George's, MD

Jun 20, 2018

Prince George's, MD

June 20, 2018 (8:30 am – 10:30 am)

Training

Talk to police recruits on my life being a Transgender person.

Prince George's Police Department

Rockville, MD

Jun 16, 2018

Rockville, MD

June 16, 2018 (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

City Goverment

To be a Moderator to the Pride Event Panel

Rockville City Maryland Government

Washington, DC

Jun 9, 2018

Washington, DC

June 9, 2018 (3:30 pm – 8:00 pm)

Parade

As one of the honorees for the Engendered Spirit Award, I was asked to be in the Capital Pride Parade on June 9, 2018, at 4:30 p.m. We ask that you be at the staging area near Dupont Circle by 3:30 p.m

Capital Pride

Washington, DC

Jun 7, 2018

Washington, DC

June 7, 2018 (7:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Appearance

Capital Pride's Heroes Gala honors outstanding individuals, leaders, and activists who have furthered the causes important to the LGBTQ+ community in the national capital region and beyond. Engendered Spirits are those individuals who have made significant contributions to the transgender community. • Karen Kendra Holmes • Linda Roberts

Capital Pride

Washington, DC

May 26, 2018

Washington, DC

May 26, 2018 (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Panelist

Ruby Corado will Facilitate on the panel is Tyra Paylor, Min. Paul Grace-Neal and Karen Kendra Holmes.

We The People

Landover, MD

May 25, 2018

Landover, MD

May 25, 2018 (9:00 am – 11:00 am)

County Government

Talk to students on my life being a Transgender person.

Prince George's Community College

Asbury Park, NJ

May 19, 2018

Asbury Park, NJ

May 19, 2018 (8:30 am – 5:00 pm)

Other

Passion drives ideas, people, and communities to action. Passion makes leaders. Passion combined with knowledge creates new ideas worth spreading. Passion can lead both to creation and destruction, to inspiration, suffering, grit, compassion, and extraordinary service.

TEDx Asbury Park

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Rockville, MD

May 14, 2018

Rockville, MD

May 14, 2018 (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)

Appearance

To accept the Proclamation from the Mayor for the LGBTQ Community

Rockville City, Maryland

Washington, DC

May 2, 2018

Washington, DC

May 2, 2018 (6:00 pm – 8:30 pm)

Panelist

Trans SexualityTransition

We The People

Ashburn, VA

Apr 5, 2018

Ashburn, VA

April 5, 2018 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

University

Talking with the student nurses at George Washington University at the Ashburn Campus.

The George Washington University

Washington, DC

Mar 29, 2018

Washington, DC

March 29, 2018 (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Panelist

To be part of a panel on 45's transgender military ban at George Washington University.

GW's Milken Institute School of Public Health

Bethesda, MD

Mar 21, 2018

Bethesda, MD

March 21, 2018 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

County Government

MCPD looks forward to our continued partnership with the LGBTQ community.

Montgomery County Department of Police

Bethesda, MD

Mar 16, 2018

Bethesda, MD

March 16, 2018 (11:00 am – 2:45 pm)

Other

Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce's 44th Annual Public Safety Awards Luncheon

The Montgomery County Police Department

Asbury Park, NJ

Jan 18, 2018

Asbury Park, NJ

January 18, 2018 (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Interview

Live Audition on January 18, 2018 at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, NJ. We welcome you to showcase ideas worth spreading that foster learning, inspiration, and wonder, and encourage conversations that matter. My presentation will be exploring this year's theme in May on PASSION, at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, NJ.

TEDx Asbury Park

Baltimore, MD

Jan 17, 2018

Baltimore, MD

January 17, 2018 (5:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Panelist

Speak to the 1st and 2nd Year Medical Students about my life and the dealings with the medical field

University of Maryland School Of Medicine

Rockville, MD

Dec 13, 2017

Rockville, MD

December 13, 2017 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Panelist

Meeting is how Montgomery County Police is and will be working with the LGBTQ Community

Montgomery County Police Department

Gaithersburg, MD

Dec 8, 2017

Gaithersburg, MD

December 8, 2017 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

County Government

The MCFRS Equal Employment Opportunities/ Diversity and Community Engagement Office would like the pleasure of showing our appreciation for enabling our Fire and Rescue Service to better exceed the expectations of our diverse community.

The MCFRS Equal Employment Opportunities/ Diversity and Community Engagement Office

Washington, DC

Dec 5, 2017

Washington, DC

December 5, 2017 (8:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Speaking Engagement

In the Colorado case, David Mullins and Charlie Craig visited Masterpiece Cakeshop in July 2012, along with Craig's mother, to order a cake for their upcoming wedding reception. Mullins and Craig planned to marry in Massachusetts, where same-sex marriages were legal at the time, and then hold a reception in Colorado. But Phillips refused to discuss the issue, saying his religious beliefs would not allow him to have anything to do with same-sex marriage. He said other bakeries would accommodate them.

Center for American Progress

Lancaster, PA

Nov 20, 2017

Lancaster, PA

November 20, 2017 (6:30 pm – 9:00 pm)

Speaking Engagement

I'll be speaking during this event. Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.

Grace United Church of Christ

Washington, DC

Nov 14, 2017

Washington, DC

November 14, 2017 (3:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

State Government

Meeting with DC Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs to start up a support group

D. C. Mayor's Office

Columbia, MD

Nov 14, 2017

Columbia, MD

November 14, 2017 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Panelist

Will be talking to the church about Transgender Awareness

Unity Fellowship Church of Columbia

Rockville, MD

Nov 6, 2017

Rockville, MD

November 6, 2017 (8:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Panelist

Consultant will prepare and conduct a conference session focused on youth homelessness, with particular emphasis on the needs of young people who identify as LGBTQ, for the 2017 Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless HOME Conference on November 6, 2017. • Consultant will coordinate with other panelists and conference organizers as needed.

Center for Social Innovation

Washington, DC

Oct 21, 2017

Washington, DC

October 21, 2017 (12:30 pm – 2:00 pm)

Panelist

OutServe-SLDN's 2017 LGBT Military Community Conference is an outstanding opportunity to join other active-duty service members and veterans, advocates, government officials, community organizations, businesses and experts for a three-day discussion on issues, concerns and future planning for the LGBT military community. Held in Washington, DC from October 19 - 21, attendees will experience three days of training, skills building, networking and discussion of key issues facing the LGBT service members, veterans and their families.

OutServe SLDN

Silver Spring, MD

Oct 8, 2017

Silver Spring, MD

October 8, 2017 (1:30 pm – 2:00 pm)

Article

Interview on my life and all that I've done since my Transition.

Dezjorn

Baltimore, MD

Aug 29, 2017

Baltimore, MD

August 29, 2017 (12:30 pm – 12:45 pm)

Interview

Follow up about my views about President Trump's policy ban on Transgender people serving in the military.

WBAL Radio Baltimore MD

New York City, NY

Aug 16, 2017

New York City, NY

August 16, 2017 (9:30 am – 10:15 am)

Photos

The photos give people the permission to see beauty and interpret beauty in their own right. Not to see beauty that is dictated by industry's ideas of what is acceptable. What started with photographs, has grown into a wide variety of programs created to empower people living with difference – and to educate the world around them.

Positive Exposure

Baltimore, MD

Jul 28, 2017

Baltimore, MD

July 28, 2017 (3:30 pm – 3:45 pm)

Interview

Talking about my views about President Trump's Tweet about the ban on Transgender people serving in the military.

ABC2 News Baltimore

Baltimore, MD

Jul 27, 2017

Baltimore, MD

July 27, 2017 (12:30 pm – 12:45 pm)

Interview

Talking about my views about President Trump's Tweet about the ban on Transgender people serving in the military.

WBAL Radio, Baltimore MD

Prince William, VA

Jul 18, 2017

Prince William, VA

July 18, 2017 (7:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

Speak with the Prince William County PFLAG's community group on Transgender issues.

Prince William County PFLAG

Rockville, MD

Jun 24, 2017

Rockville, MD

June 24, 2017 (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm)

County Government

Rockville City 2017 Pride Month Celebration

City of Rockville

Fort Detrick, MD

Jun 22, 2017

Fort Detrick, MD

June 22, 2017 (11:30 am – 1:00 pm)

Military Event/Training

The LGBT event is in June 22, 2017 at the Community Center, Building 1529 from 1130-1300. There is usually a theme for the event and it is populated by https://deomi.org

Fort Detrick, Maryland

Poplar Bluff, MO

Jun 9, 2017

Poplar Bluff, MO

June 9, 2017 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Training

John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO by Video Teleconferencing. It will be a training I will be doing with their nurses and physicians.

John J. Pershing VA Medical Center

Washington, DC

May 2, 2017

Washington, DC

May 2, 2017 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Panelist

Today what it is like to be a visibility Trans person in the workplace.

WPFW 89.3 Inside Out

Dallas, TX

Apr 28, 2017

Dallas, TX

April 28, 2017 11:00 am – April 30, 2017 2:00 pm

Participate in Conference Activities

The National Black Trans Advocacy Conference & Awards Gala (BTAC).I was nominated for award at the 6th Annual National Black Trans Advocacy Conference & Awards Gala .

Black Transmen

Harrisburg, PA

Mar 24, 2017

Harrisburg, PA

March 24, 2017 (3:30 pm – 4:30 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

I want to talk about my transition and how I prepared myself for it. How I approached it to make it successful with my family, friends, job, and my volunteer organizations. Now serving in the military for 5 years after I went full time I have been accepted band supported. Everyone's transition is different, but I hope to help someone in making their own choice or pick and choose from mine. Talk about the things that I am involved with that when and if I tell someone I am a transsexual they will except me for me and the good things I do for my community, state, and country.

TransCentralPA

Washington, DC

Mar 24, 2017

Washington, DC

March 24, 2017 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Speaking Engagement

The event will be Highlighting Trans Identified Advocates and Karen Kendra Holmes is one of them.

The Community Church of Washington, DC UCC

Frederick, MD

Mar 9, 2017

Frederick, MD

March 9, 2017 (7:00 pm – 7:30 pm)

Interview

What it is like to be Transgender on a dating site.

The Frederick News-Post

Silver Spring, MD

Mar 8, 2017

Silver Spring, MD

March 8, 2017 (7:00 pm – 8:30 pm)

Other

Presentation by Sergeant Jessica Hawkins (D.C. Metropolitan Police; Department), "Being Trans in Law Enforcement."; Discussion with Chief Manger about the effects of recent Federal Government executive orders on local law enforcement; Open forum and Community Update

Montgomery County Police

Frederick, MD

Mar 8, 2017

Frederick, MD

March 8, 2017 (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)

Speaking Engagement

WHAT?: Join trans students, parents, families, and allies in the community as we gather together for trans student rights. This event will take place outside the Board of Education before the meeting. According to emails from the Board, during this meeting, policy protecting trans students will be discussed. We need the Board to realize how important (and urgent!) these issues are to the Frederick community, and we can do that by showing up in numbers. WHY?: Trans students are the highest at-risk population in schools. Compare the rates of suicide from 4.6% of the general American population to 41% of trans folks. When trans students can't use the restroom of their choice at school, or when their educators and peers refuse to use the correct name and pronouns, they are in danger. Policy and regulation guarantee a positive and affirming experience in schools.

The Frederick Center

Prince George's, MD

Mar 3, 2017

Prince George's, MD

March 3, 2017 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

One-on-One Interview

With Major Burks for the Chief on any issues to help with Transgender issue that may be problem or come up in the future.

Prince George's County Police Department - Special Advisor, LGBTQ Engagement

Washington, DC

Jan 12, 2017

Washington, DC

January 12, 2017 (9:00 am – 10:00 am)

Article

Recently the National Center for Transgender Equality released its new survey of transgender adults in the U.S., which painted some bleak statistics about the community. However, these statistics do not reflect the lived reality of much of the community. Many of them, sometimes despite great personal hardship, and sometimes with the support of friends, allies, and organizations, have done great things with their professional careers. They represent everything almost any parent would hope their children grow into. When building a list of transgender people with great careers, there were five basic criterion: 1.They are American. 2.They are currently living. 3.They've had successful careers after transition. 4.Their careers should have little to nothing to do with being transgender (i.e, trans people can be something other than professional advocates). 5.They are publicly out as transgender.

LGBTQ Nation

Falls Church, VA

Dec 16, 2016

Falls Church, VA

December 16, 2016 (6:00 pm – 9:30 pm)

Other

Transgender Women from around the District, Maryland, and Virginia area, coming together for a Holiday Party.

NOVA Salud, Inc.

This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation

Landover, MD

Dec 6, 2016

Landover, MD

December 6, 2016 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

The event is on Health and Wellness - Employment and Legal Advocacy, and Affirming Support of your Trans Journey.

Heart to Hand, Inc.

Baltimore, MD

Nov 30, 2016

Baltimore, MD

November 30, 2016 (5:30 pm – 8:00 pm)

Round Table Panel

Didactic and discussion ideas Communication and Gender Differences in the Medical field.

University of Maryland Medical School

Frederick, MD

Nov 20, 2016

Frederick, MD

November 20, 2016 (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Speaking Engagement

The Transgender Day of Remembrance serves several purposes. It raises public awareness of hate crimes against transgender people, an action that current media doesn't perform. Day of Remembrance publicly mourns and honors the lives of our brothers and sisters who might otherwise be forgotten. Through the vigil, we express love and respect for our people in the face of national indifference and hatred. Day of Remembrance reminds non-transgender people that we are their sons, daughters, parents, friends and lovers. Day of Remembrance gives our allies a chance to step forward with us and stand in vigil, memorializing those of us who've died by anti-transgender violence.

TDOR Frederick

Washington, DC

Nov 16, 2016

Washington, DC

November 16, 2016 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

One-on-One Interview

Some people have asked me if they're Trump supports are they welcome? The answer is yes. This is about sending a message of love regardless of who you voted for, if you're not down for that we kindly ask you to not attend. Why are you doing this? You guys know that I'm an eternal optimist. Call me crazy, but I am. I believe that by having empathy, kindness, and addressing fear we can conquer all together. I'm doing this because in some small way I think this video...together with all of you could make someone feel and think differently. Our small stone just might have a giant ripple effect.

HeyFrase Podcast

Deland, FL

Nov 14, 2016

Deland, FL

November 14, 2016 (7:00 pm – 8:30 pm)

Speaking Engagement

The Transgender Day of Remembrance serves several purposes. It raises public awareness of hate crimes against transgender people, an action that current media doesn't perform. Day of Remembrance publicly mourns and honors the lives of our brothers and sisters who might otherwise be forgotten. Through the vigil, we express love and respect for our people in the face of national indifference and hatred. Day of Remembrance reminds non-transgender people that we are their sons, daughters, parents, friends and lovers. Day of Remembrance gives our allies a chance to step forward with us and stand in vigil, memorializing those of us who've died by anti-transgender violence.

Stetson University

Deland, FL

Nov 14, 2016

Deland, FL

November 14, 2016 (12:00 pm – 1:15 pm)

Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training

Session will be talking about women's education, workplace experiences, and work-life balance. In the last two weeks of the semester, we'll be talking about mental health and violence against girls and women. A central theme in the course is intersectionality—the idea that in order to have a more full appreciation of women's experiences, we have to consider how multiple identities may intersect (e.g., racial identity, ethnic identity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious identity, etc.).

Stetson University - Psych of Women

Silver Spring, MD

Nov 11, 2016

Silver Spring, MD

November 11, 2016 (2:00 pm – 2:30 pm)

Other

About the challenges the LGBT community faces following his presidency and could we expect the pull back of the initiatives aimed at the establishment of the LGBT rights and freedoms.

Ukrainian TV

Allentown, PA

Nov 1, 2016

Allentown, PA

November 1, 2016 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

Photos

Living Gender features transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) persons who are living their gender within their various social locations to ability, age, race, sexuality, and etc. Far too often, trans and GNC communities are silenced by a lack of honest and true media representation. Houghtaling seeks to honor the spectrums of identities that exists in the everyday lives of trans and GNC people. The photos are largely unedited to maintain the humanness of the subject. Each person photographed has a story. Each story is an everyday, extraordinary life.

Leigh Houghtaling Photography

Baltimore, MD

Oct 28, 2016

Baltimore, MD

October 28, 2016 10:00 am – October 14, 2016 2:00 pm

Speaking Engagement

Talking and Training with all public defenders on issues on or around transgender people.

State of Maryland Public Defenders Office

Bethesda, MD

Oct 23, 2016

Bethesda, MD

October 23, 2016 (12:30 pm – 3:45 pm)

Speaking Engagement

Program is primarily on being good allies of the Trans* community. The session will start with a short video by John Oliver on ways not to deal with Trans* issues. This should grab everyone’s attention. Following that would be a segment on being allies, possibly with audience interaction/role play.

Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church

Silver Spring, MD

Oct 22, 2016

Silver Spring, MD

October 22, 2016 (12:00 pm – 1:15 pm)

Story Sharing of My Life

This video is showing my progress after my SRS, which was on April 8, 2016.

Denise Thompson

Potomac, MD

Oct 14, 2016

Potomac, MD

October 14, 2016 (1:45 pm – 2:45 pm)

The purpose of the panel workshop is as follows: - Get to know someone who is in the Trans community. Many people have never met someone who is Trans. This will be an opportunity to meet one and break the barrier and assumption that many people have. Through sharing stories, the audience will hopefully get a better sense of the diversity of our community. - Share and Identify the challenges that the community faces in terms of navigating the health care system. This will be an opportunity for the panel to share their experiences (good and bad) regarding their healthcare and share the challenges that they may have. Also, this is an opportunity for the panel to share with the audience other medically necessary treatment/procedure for the Trans community.

Kaiser Permanente

Baltimore, MD

Oct 8, 2016

Baltimore, MD

October 8, 2016 (12:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Participate in Conference Activities

Speak as a panelist on what it is like being a Trans Woman of Color.

Black Trans Advocacy

Baltimore, MD

Sep 14, 2016

Baltimore, MD

September 14, 2016 6:00 pm – October 3, 2016 7:30 pm

Speaking Engagement

Speaking to the class on being Transgender

Morgan State University

Rockville, MD

Aug 20, 2016

Rockville, MD

August 20, 2016 (1:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Telling my story and all that I do living my life as a transgender woman.

The Ailisha Vaughn Show

Silver Spring, MD

Jul 29, 2016

Silver Spring, MD

July 29, 2016 (1:00 pm – 2:00 pm)

One-on-One Interview

The interview is one the biggest psychological challenges, that transgender people face? How can we respond on the discrimination of transgender people? What is my opinion on the directive about shared bathrooms for transgender students? Why did it become so huge issue in the society? Few weeks ago Oregon court passed the ruling that allowed a man to choose neither state. How on your opinion it will affect transgender community?

Ukrainian TV

Rockville, MD

Jul 8, 2016

Rockville, MD

July 8, 2016 (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

County Government

MCFR want to take advantage of the valuable educational tools you are able to share. Armed with this information myself and the EEO/Diversity Team then increase our own personal LGBTQ community knowledge, which enhances our capabilities to properly train and bring awareness to the workforce, about our LGBT community citizens and co workers. Efforts in place fostering solid relationships with our LGBTQ community representatives/organizations/groups throughout Montgomery County,

Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Services

Washington, DC

Jun 27, 2016

Washington, DC

June 27, 2016 (10:00 am – 11:15 am)

Story Sharing of My Life

During the month for LGBTQ Karen Kendra Holmes shares her story of her life as a soldier.

VA Medical Center Washington, DC

Silver Spring, MD

Jun 24, 2016

Silver Spring, MD

June 24, 2016 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

One-on-One Interview

This was a one-on-one interview with the media department at University of Maryland Medical Center on my SRS success and Dr. Rachael Bluebond-Langner.

University of Maryland Medical School Media

Prince Georges County, MD

Jun 14, 2016

Prince Georges County, MD

June 14, 2016 (11:15 am – 12:00 pm)

County Government

Speaking before the M-NCPPC Diversity Council on my life.

Maryland National Caoital Park & Planning Commission M-NCPPC

Rockville, MD

Jun 14, 2016

Rockville, MD

June 14, 2016 (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Round Table Panel

The Human Rights Commission (HRC) is an 11-member group of volunteers, appointed by the Mayor and Council, to ensure equal treatment, free from discrimination for people who live, visit or work in the City of Rockville. The HRC is charged with minimizing the effects of conflict and promoting appreciation of diversity within the City.

Rockville City Human Rights Commission

Washington, DC

May 16, 2016

Washington, DC

May 16, 2016 (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)

One-on-One Interview

Interview with co-worker Andrea Grill

NPR StoryCorps

Baltimore, MD

May 6, 2016

Baltimore, MD

May 6, 2016 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)

University

The interview was with Alexandra on my life being a Transgender Woman

University of Maryland Medical Center

Baltimore, MD

Apr 25, 2016

Baltimore, MD

April 25, 2016 (6:00 pm – 6:45 pm)

Interview of my personal life

ABC2 News Baltimore

Baltimore, MD

Apr 25, 2016

Baltimore, MD

April 25, 2016 (7:00 pm – 7:15 pm)

TV

This is an interview with Dr. Rachel Bluebond-Langner on SRS and with Karen Kendra Holmes

ABC2 News Baltimore

Washington, DC

Apr 5, 2016

Washington, DC

April 5, 2016 (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Panelist

Speaking to 32 young adults from First Congregational Church of Granby Conn., OH

First Congregational Church of Granby

Germantown, MD

Feb 20, 2016

Germantown, MD

February 20, 2016 (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

Round Table Panel

This is a panelist talk after the murder of a Transgender young woman in Gaithersburg, MD. The student graduate at Seneca Valley High School.

Seneca Valley High School

Germantown, MD

Feb 20, 2016

Germantown, MD

February 20, 2016 (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

Round Table Panel

I was one of four people in the LGBT talking about bullying in school and a past student that attended the school was murdered.

Seneca Valley High School

Bridgewater, NJ

Feb 18, 2016

Bridgewater, NJ

February 18, 2016 (2:00 pm – 2:30 pm)

One-on-One Interview

The interview was with Rea Wilke on My Life

Your Life Now

Baltimore, MD

Dec 2, 2015