Stonewall Champion of Pride Courtney Johnson

Courtney Johnson has dedicated her career to uplifting and providing a space for the BIPOC community to express themselves healthily through the tradition of Ball Room Voguing and Kikis.

I have enjoyed working with Courtney since the beginning of this journey, pre-transition, starting in 2017 at Urban MOs with her launch of the Corn Balls. During these years, Courtney has embodied pride through a deep commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, consistently and impactfully leading with youth via Trans Family Support Services, young LGBTQ+ entertainers, and beyond.

Courtney has regularly participated in and led Q+ organizations and initiatives over many years, not just for a short period. One example is her work with AHF and the Impulse Group to provide PrEP and PEP to our most vulnerable populations. Courtney has helped guide and support emerging leaders within the community, fostering their growth and development while providing platforms within Hillcrest and beyond to ensure everyone has a voice.

Courtney has consistently championed Q+ rights and issues through activism, public speaking, and other forms of advocacy during TDOR, Trans Marches, and other events. Courtney lives authentically and openly as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, serving as a role model

for others. Publishing struggles and successes openly on social media to show younger folks. 

By consistently demonstrating these qualities over an extended period, Courtney has embodied pride in the given criteria.