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Kim Katrin, born on March 9, 1984, is a talented Canadian-American writer, artist, and educator. She also works as an activist and consultant. She was once known as Kim Crosby and Kim Katrin Milan. Kim Katrin often speaks at events and leads important community discussions. Her work in art, activism, and writing is well-known across the country.

Education and Learning

Early Training

Kim Katrin studied with d'bi Young at the AnitAfrika Theatre. She completed an artist residency there. She also learned at the Buddies in Bad Times Young Creator's Unit. This helped her develop her creative skills.

Yoga Training

Kim Katrin is also a certified yoga trainer and teacher. This means she has special training to teach yoga to others.

Writing, Art, and Community Work

Featured Writing

Kim Katrin's writing and ideas have been shared in many places. These include NPR, CBC Radio, Out (magazine), and the Toronto Star. Her work has also appeared in The National Post and The Huffington Post. She has written for Autostraddle, Feminist Wire, Elixher, and Daily Xtra.

Workshop Series

She has created over 70 workshop series. These workshops teach people about important topics. They cover social change, fairness, and how different groups connect. She also teaches about race, gender, and leadership. Many workshops focus on helping young people and young women grow strong.

Art and Exhibitions

As an artist, Kim Katrin works in many different ways. She often organizes art shows and special events. She performs and helps create productions across Canada. She helped produce and organize the Cabaret Insatiable Sisters. This show was at the Buddies in Bad Times Theatre with Gein Wong.

Community Healing Initiatives

Kim Katrin also helps communities heal. She teaches yoga classes for specific groups. She also hosts yearly retreats for women of color and Indigenous people. These retreats help people find healing and share skills. Her other community work includes advising groups and developing learning programs. She also helps lead workshops to empower communities.

Projects and Campaigns

Performance Curator

• Insatiable Sisters cabaret: Kim Katrin helped organize this show. She worked with Gein Wong at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre from 2014 to 2016.

Awards and Recognition

Notable Mentions

• She was named one of the 100 Black Women You Should Know.
• The Root (magazine) recognized her as a Young Black Feminist to Watch in 2014.
• The Feminist Wire featured her as "Feminists We Love" in 2013.
• Go Magazine included her in their '100 Women We Love' list in 2012.
• Huffington Post listed her as one of the 50 Canadians We Love.
• Autostraddle included her on their Hot 105 Alternative Girls List.
• She was a finalist for Person Of The Year at the Inspire Awards in 2012.

Professional Groups and Community Service

Board Memberships

Kim Katrin has served on the boards of several organizations. These include Artreach and Shadeism. She also served on the Toronto Arts Council Community Arts Council.