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Kandis Catalan

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One book. Many voices. A powerful reminder of what can happen when we tell our stories and lead forward together.

I am proud to be one of many women who brought this book to life.

KIONGOZI: Leading Ourselves Forward

Grab your kopy, share it, and kontinue the konversation.

https://amzn.to/4h0Ufjh

#KiongoziBook #LeadingOurselvesForward #WomenWhoLead #Leadership #BookCommunity by @only1msk

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A year ago, I walked into a room filled with women I barely knew.

I didn’t know then that those monthly dinners would become a journey of reflection, vulnerability, healing, growth and ultimately, a book. 📖✨

Under the vision of Monica Ray, Kiongozi—Swahili for “leader”—became an invitation to lead ourselves first.

We were challenged to shed what no longer served us and make room for konfidence, authenticity, boldness, purpose, and healing.

For me, it became a Season of Bloom.

A reminder that growth often happens quietly, beneath the surface, before anyone else kan see what is taking root.

And then…

we bloomed into a book.

Kiongozi: Leading Ourselves Forward is more than a kollection of stories. It is a reflection of our growth, our sisterhood, our kourage, and our willingness to become more intentional about how we lead.

I entered Kiongozi expecting a leadership experience.

I left understanding that leadership is a journey of growth, discovery, and emergence.

🌱 We planted.
🌱 We reflected.
🌱 We grew.
🌱 We bloomed.

And now, our stories are blooming beyond the table.

#Kiongozi #LeadingOurselvesForward #SeasonOfBloom #WomenWhoLead #WomenInLeadership by @only1msk

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#BlackoutforNolan by @only1msk

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10 days ago

💚 📸 It's only right!!!! 💚 by @only1msk

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Thank you @gscnc We konnected, discovered, laughed, danced, swapped.... it was such a good time! by @only1msk

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Which kreature has been in the garden? by @only1msk

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#myhappyplace #gardenkhronicles #blooming #pruning #growing by @only1msk

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#gardenkhronicles #myhappyplace #blooming
#pruning #growth by @only1msk

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3 months ago

Kandis Catalan and Kay are excited to participate in the Ward 7 Juneteenth parade again this year! We can’t wait to see you @only1msk

Whether you’re walking in Opal Lee’s Opal’s Walk for Freedom, marching in the parade, or coming out to enjoy the performances and community celebration, we want the entire city outside.

Friday, June 19, 2026
Parade begins at 11:00 AM
Washington, DC

Learn more:
ward7jpc.com; opalswalk.com

#Ward7Juneteenth #DMVEvents #DCEvents #freedomwalk #opalswalk by @only1msk

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4 months ago

#QuarterKlub by @only1msk

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5 months ago

Last night was one of those full-circle moments

I had the opportunity to watch my klassmate step into purpose and moderate a Mayoral Kandidate Forum, and he did it with intention. Firm, fair, and objective, he kept the conversation grounded where it mattered most: the Voices of Ward 7 and District residents.

Moments like this remind me that leadership isn't about who is on the mic. It's about who ensures the people are centered in the konversation.

Proud to witness it. Even prouder to be konnected to it. 👏🏾

Thank you @lorenzohall !

#CommunityLeadership #Ward7 #CivicEngagement #LeadershipInAction by @only1msk

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