IMPact

Attended the NAACP AOW Annual Dinner, “A Night at the Museum,” at Tacoma Glass Museum. Honored for contributions to Washington’s reparations proviso alongside leaders, activists, and Mrs. Globe queens, celebrating justice, unity, and collective progress. 

Delivered Advocacy Excellence™ Training to 100+ service providers at the Wisconsin Balance of State Annual Collaborative Summit in Baraboo. Led four sessions focused on housing and homelessness, building confidence and strengthening advocacy skills. 

Attended the NAACP AOW State Area Conference event at JaRays Grill and Lounge. Celebrated Black-owned businesses, built connections, and highlighted civic engagement through CEOC service in conversations with leaders and elected officials.

 Spoke on a panel at Garfield High School about entrepreneurship, sharing a personal advocacy journey. Students also learned from Tuskegee Airmen presenters, making the day impactful, inspiring, and filled with meaningful connections.  

Attended the NAACP’s Backyard Boogie hosted by the NW regional president. Connected with leaders from Olympia and the Office of Administrative Hearings during an afternoon of music, conversation, and community focused on civic engagement. 

 Served as a vendor at Paint & Vibes: Holiday Edition in Tacoma, hosted by Innovative Change Makers. Connected with families through art, music, and resources, highlighting commitment to community empowerment.  

Presented on the history and significance of Juneteenth at an international women’s event in Palm Springs, hosted by Mrs. Globe. Highlighted themes of survival, legacy, and empowerment while inspiring women to rise and build with purpose. 

Attended the KD Hall Foundation’s 10-year anniversary fundraiser supporting Girls on the RISE. The program equips high school girls with leadership, wellness, and financial tools. The evening celebrated mentorship, education, and youth empowerment. 

 Participated in the Cities United tour focused on safe, healthy, and hopeful communities for Black men and boys. Joined local leaders, youth, and Progress Pushers to share strategies, build partnerships, and highlight youth-led community analysis. 

Connected with Black and Brown-owned businesses at Tacoma’s Beauty & Business Expo. Interviewed by Talk Tacoma Media, sharing the mission to empower individuals navigating housing instability, dependency, and cycles of poverty. 

Attended the Japiculture Annual Gala as a VIP guest, celebrating culture and supporting humanitarian work benefiting orphans in Zambia. The evening fostered connections, honored creative advocacy, and highlighted nonprofit collaboration for global impact. 

Testified in Olympia in support of the Charles Mitchell Study on Reparative Action, joining WENA, NAACP, SAARC, and community leaders. The hearing highlighted civic engagement, coalition-building, and the power of lived experience in shaping policy. 

Spoke at Tacoma SOTA’s Multicultural Showcase, sharing a message of empowerment and self-advocacy. Students responded with gratitude, including one who said she felt seen and valued, underscoring the impact of uplifting voices and stories. 

 Supported Ebony Fashion Week’s Foster & Fashion fundraiser, showcasing foster youth stories through fashion. Shared the mission of self-advocacy with attendees, sponsors, and participants while building meaningful community connections. 

Participated in the Dope Black Women 253 promotional shoot, spotlighting women leaders during Women’s History Month. Shared Advocacy Queen’s mission, built partnerships, and connected with potential funders to expand impact. 

Contributed as a speaker at the Royal Retreat in Anegada, British Virgin Islands. Joined leaders from across the region to empower participants in confidence, self-advocacy, and personal growth while building connections on a global stage. 

Attended the 11th anniversary of BUILD 206, a grassroots organization empowering Black men as leaders and mentors. The evening celebrated pride, perseverance, and the power of community collaboration to create lasting change.

Reconnected with a former case manager in a powerful full-circle moment, now partnering with BIMA (Believing in Myself Again). Together, both organizations will collaborate on projects to empower communities toward independence and self-sufficiency. 

Attended the 2024 Eastside Leadership Conference hosted by Microsoft and Bellevue Chamber. Connected with policymakers, business owners, and community leaders while engaging in discussions with candidates for Governor and Attorney General on Washington’s future. 

Partnered with House of Hope in Green Bay for a three-day initiative. The program included Advocacy Excellence Training, a private Advocacy Self-Defense course, and a public boot camp at the YMCA on October 26, 2024, equipping participants to navigate systems with confidence.

Supported Black Coffee Northwest and Community Passageways in hosting a Seattle backpack giveaway with food, games, and free hair braiding. The event prepared youth for school while fostering community connection and family fun. 

Hosted a four-part virtual series in May 2024 focused on navigating differences with grace. Sessions equipped participants to build understanding, find common ground, and stand firm in their values while fostering unity in divided times. 

Attended the Central District Community Safety Meeting at Garfield High School with city and county representatives. Spoke on the value of partnerships, funding, and street teams while engaging residents in solutions for safer neighborhoods. 

Took part in a key Seattle meeting on public safety at the Quincy Jones Performing Arts Center. Joined community leaders, local organizations, and residents to address accountability, share ideas, and build collaborative solutions. 

Met with the Director of Community Engagement at the Family First Community Center, founded by Doug Baldwin Jr. The discussion focused on future collaborations to empower local residents and strengthen community connections. 

Attended the Washington State Fair Foundation’s Rock the Roller Coaster event with Representative Kelly Chambers. The fundraiser supported scholarships for students and featured the Daffodil Princesses, celebrating education and community spirit. 

Engaged young women at the Girl to Goddess™ event with powerful “I am” affirmations, supported by Family First Community Center, QueenCare, and local leaders. The day fostered confidence, growth, and community connection. 

Nominated for Best Nonprofit at the 7th Annual Global Beauty Awards, held at Snoqualmie Casino. The recognition placed the organization alongside leaders in beauty, fashion, entertainment, sports, education, and business. 

Kicked off the first Advocacy Self-Defense Bootcamp in February 2024, offering free training for low-income and underserved participants to build skills in navigating systems, documenting needs, and enforcing rights with confidence. 

Served as guest speaker on Push Start Ministries’ “Dealing with Pain” series hosted by Darius Lafferio, contributing perspective on navigating challenges and building resilience during the live-streamed program. 

Represented at BUILD’s 10-year “Shades of Blue” celebration, honoring a decade of empowering Black men as leaders and mentors committed to pride, hope, perseverance, and positive change in the community. 

Joined Black Coffee Northwest for a powerful meeting on gun violence with Councilmember Girmay Zahilay and community leaders. The call for accountability and action highlighted the urgent need for united solutions in Seattle. 

 A statewide virtual forum brought together community members and the Making A Difference Foundation to share experiences navigating government, state, and social systems, addressing barriers faced by low-income residents.