Gender Non-Conforming / Non-Binary Grand Marshal Nominees
Gender Non-Conforming / Non-Binary Grand Marshal Nominee
Regi Stevenson
I, Reginald “Regi” Stevenson, am excited to accept my candidacy for Gender Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming Grand Marshall for Pride Houston 365. With a proven track record of leadership, community engagement, and detail-driven project management, I am eager to bring both my discipline and compassion for community to a historic and notable year of queer celebration.
As one of NASTAD’s Emerging Leaders of 2025, I have had the privilege of contributing to national strategies while creating Community Advisory Boards that ensured voices from diverse backgrounds were not only heard but meaningfully integrated into decision-making. These experiences strengthened my ability to bridge organizational goals with community needs, fostering trust and collaboration along the way. Outside of my professional work, I find connection through photography and the art of dance; practices that have taught me the power of listening, seeing beyond the surface, and sharing stories that might otherwise go unnoticed. This creative lens enhances my ability to engage communities, link individuals to vital services, and build relationships rooted in authenticity.
I am confident that my blend of leadership, attention to detail, and human-centered approach would allow me to contribute meaningfully to the mission and vision of this legacy and this is also why I am super excited to accept this nomination. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to continuing the integrity and legacy of our community and Pride Houston 365!
Gender Non-Conforming / Non-Binary Grand Marshal Nominee
Dr. Bec Sokha Keo
Dr. Bec Sokha Keo (pronouns-they/them; pronombres-elle/le) was born and raised in Houston, Texas by Khmer refugees who were forcefully displaced due to war and genocide. Now thriving, their family is a part of a larger Khmer community, where Dr. Keo learned the importance of finding your people, collective healing, chosen family, and giving back to the community. Their background led them to become first-generation college grad and now scholar activist committed to justice focused research, education, organizational change, and movements. They currently work at the SUSTAIN COMPASS Coordinating Center, which is situated at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Their focus areas are language justice, public impact scholarship, and community-based action research. Their team partners with organizations in the US South to enhance trauma-informed and health justice services for people living with and communities most systematically impacted by HIV. What brings Dr. Keo pride and joy is their community research partnership with a local collective of Black Transwomen scholars, known as TAC-SAGES. The women, now co-researchers, lead their own research and advocacy in the Greater Houston Area. Dr. Keo’s partner, two dogs, a cat, woodworking, and being in nature also bring them joy
