Scheduled Events

For years I've been busy speaking to groups to share my story with the transgender community. I hope my journey has helped others who are transitioning to their true self. I'm much happier with myself as I share my journey and I express my love and compassion to those looking for their true self.

Make an appointment with me to speak to your group or organization, or for photo shoots and one-on-one interviews.

View my calendar to find scheduled speaking events and interviews that may be helpful in coping with your journey. You may also click on the calendar day to schedule an appointment for participation in your event.

Event Title
Location
Start Date
Media
  • Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Washington, DC
Jun 29, 2023
    Location:
    Washington, DC
    Event Date / Time:
    June 29, 2023 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)
    Type of Participation:
    Federal Agency
    Event Details:
    Talk about my life and the process of my transition with the Federal Gvt.
    Company Name:
    Securities and Exchange Commission
    • Serve With Pride Fundraiser
    Arlington, VA
    Apr 21, 2022
    Event Link(s):
    Serve With Pride Documentary Trailer
    Location:
    Arlington, VA
    Event Date / Time:
    April 21, 2022 (5:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
    Type of Participation:
    Military Event/Training
    Event Details:
    A fundraiser will be held at Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant
    Company Name:
    Serve With Pride
    • Serve With Pride
    Washington, DC
    Nov 30, 2021
    Location:
    Washington, DC
    Event Date / Time:
    November 30, 2021 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)
    Type of Participation:
    One-on-One Interview
    Event Details:
    Interview with Mike Silverstien, Retired ABC News Reporter, on my experience being a soldier with the Maryland Defense Force.
    Company Name:
    Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs
    • Serving In The Military
    Frederick, MD
    Nov 3, 2021
    Event Link(s):
    Serving In The Military
    Location:
    Frederick, MD
    Event Date / Time:
    November 3, 2021 (10:00 am – 11:00 am)
    Type of Participation:
    Radio Guest
    Event Details:
    Talk about my experience with Maryland Defense Force supporting the Maryland National Guards.
    Company Name:
    WFMD Free Talk
    • StoryCorps
    Silver Spring, MD
    Oct 15, 2021
    Event Link(s):
    Karen Holmes - StoryCorps Interview
    Location:
    Silver Spring, MD
    Event Date / Time:
    October 15, 2021 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)
    Type of Participation:
    Interview
    Event Details:
    Will be interviewed on my life as a Transgender Woman
    Company Name:
    StoryCorps
    • Supreme Court Rally
    Washington, DC
    Oct 8, 2019
      Location:
      Washington, DC
      Event Date / Time:
      October 8, 2019 (8:30 am – 1:30 pm)
      Type of Participation:
      Rally Event
      Event Details:
      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.
      Company Name:
      ACLU's Nnational LGBT and HIV Project
      Invitation:
      This is an open event with limited availability. You are welcome to attend by invitation. Request Invitation
      • Stories of Hope Storytelling
      Rockville, MD
      Feb 17, 2019
        Location:
        Rockville, MD
        Event Date / Time:
        February 17, 2019 (12:15 pm – 1:00 pm)
        Type of Participation:
        Story Sharing of My Life
        Event Details:
        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.
        Company Name:
        Rockville United Church
        • Supreme Court allows Transgender Military ban to go into Effect
        Washington, DC
        Jan 22, 2019
          Location:
          Washington, DC
          Event Date / Time:
          January 22, 2019 (11:30 am – 11:45 am)
          Type of Participation:
          One-on-One Interview
          Event Details:
          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.
          Company Name:
          Ukrainian TV
          • Sisters4Fitness Show
          Bowie, MD
          Oct 16, 2018
          Location:
          Bowie, MD
          Event Date / Time:
          October 16, 2018 (11:00 am – 11:45 am)
          Type of Participation:
          Story Sharing of My Life
          Event Details:
          Talking on the show about my life and homeless kids who are LGBTQ.
          Company Name:
          Sisters4Fitness Show
          • Sarah Spreading Love Podcast
          Washington, DC
          Nov 16, 2016
          Location:
          Washington, DC
          Event Date / Time:
          November 16, 2016 (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)
          Type of Participation:
          One-on-One Interview
          Event Details:
          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.
          Company Name:
          HeyFrase Podcast
          • Stetson University DeLand Transgender Day of Remembrance - TDOR
          Deland, FL
          Nov 14, 2016
          Event Link(s):
          My Life
          Location:
          Deland, FL
          Event Date / Time:
          November 14, 2016 (7:00 pm – 8:30 pm)
          Type of Participation:
          Speaking Engagement
          Event Details:
          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.
          Company Name:
          Stetson University
          • Stetson University DeLand Work Place Experiences and Intersectionality
          Deland, FL
          Nov 14, 2016
          Location:
          Deland, FL
          Event Date / Time:
          November 14, 2016 (12:00 pm – 1:15 pm)
          Type of Participation:
          Workshop Sharing of My Life & Training
          Event Details:
          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.).
          Company Name:
          Stetson University - Psych of Women
          • Speaking on My Life and Training on LGB"T"
          Baltimore, MD
          Oct 28, 2016
          Location:
          Baltimore, MD
          Event Date / Time:
          October 28, 2016 10:00 am – October 14, 2016 2:00 pm
          Type of Participation:
          Speaking Engagement
          Event Details:
          Talking and Training with all public defenders on issues on or around transgender people.
          Company Name:
          State of Maryland Public Defenders Office
          • Sexual Orientation
          Baltimore, MD
          Sep 14, 2016
          Location:
          Baltimore, MD
          Event Date / Time:
          September 14, 2016 6:00 pm – October 3, 2016 7:30 pm
          Type of Participation:
          Speaking Engagement
          Event Details:
          Speaking to the class on being Transgender
          Company Name:
          Morgan State University
          • StoryCorps - My Life
          Washington, DC
          May 16, 2016
          Location:
          Washington, DC
          Event Date / Time:
          May 16, 2016 (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)
          Type of Participation:
          One-on-One Interview
          Event Details:
          Interview with co-worker Andrea Grill
          Company Name:
          NPR StoryCorps
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