“Kiah is a clear and impassioned leader with an ability to engage with issues and colleagues across the political spectrum. While she is confident and formidable, she also demonstrates a genuine curiosity and a kind respect for others’ views. I have also attended meetings where she has presented or facilitated challenging conversations on racism and politics. She is compassionate and understanding of those with queries and concerns, while at the same time teaching and leading effectively to meet the goal of the presentation or the desired outcome.”
— Policy Director, VT Network for Sexual and Domestic Violence
“The ease with which Kiah can stand in front of a group and share information, stories, and her personal perspective is impressive. Her presentation is relatable, engaging, and always spot-on for what’s going to be the most effective communication. She knows how to judge a room – or a crowd of thousands -and match her energy and her style to what’s needed.”
— Executive Director, Vermont Commission on Women
““Having Kiah come as our keynote speaker for our statewide GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance) Conference offered our LGBTQ+ youth and their teachers insight into the opportunities and challenges of working together to end racism, homophobia, and transphobia in our schools. Her stories from beyond the school frame made connections that are vital for our youth to hear, uplifting our common cause for justice, and grounding it in love and honor of all our diversity.””
— Director, Outright Vermont
Testimonials
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kiah in her role as Ambassador for my organization for nearly five years now. In addition to her warmth, energy and enthusiasm which is immediately apparent when meeting her, she is an extraordinarily effective advocate.
I have seen her successfully connect with a variety of diverse audiences – U.S. policymakers, international leaders, corporate executives, the media, community and faith leaders to name a few – expertly shifting her communication style and content to capture the right tone and successfully bring people along. At the same time, she pushes those around her to be more creative and encourages unconventional thinking, offering her vast network of personal & professional connections and experiences to strengthen both our long and short-term strategies.”
— Campaign Alliances Manager, Oxfam America
“Kiah is a dynamic and captivating trainer who brings a deep well of knowledge and experience around building grassroots issue-based and electoral campaigns. Her passion and grounding in human rights principles were clear to everyone in the room, and exactly what our trainees needed - inspiration from someone who walks the walk combined with nuts & bolts information about how to build and run an effective and powerful electoral campaign.”
— Political Engagement Director, Rights and Democracy
“I’ve had the pleasure of being in a few spaces Kiah has facilitated and/or presented in and we’ve shared space in meetings. Kiah’s brilliance and loving energy stand out in every situation. I’m struck most by her ability to speak directly to the heart and nuance of very difficult subjects, while simultaneously helping participants in any given space feel like we truly have the power and opportunity to effect positive change together. Kiah has an ability to evaporate despair out of a room and make everything seem a bit more possible.”
— Facilitator, OSSU Educational Equity Literacy Team Training
““Kiah is an engaging and exciting presenter and teacher, she really made our staff come alive to the possibilities of change in the way we think about diversity, equity, and inclusion. One of her superpowers is the ability to pitch her teaching at just the right level for the room – our staff had widely varying levels of experience in the issues discussed but Kiah helped everyone to feel included and encouraged to engage in difficult topics.””
— Executive Director, Vermont Humanities Council
“As a champion of diversity, equality and leadership for women in politics, our global audience in attendance found her remarks engaging, enjoyable and thought-provoking.”
