Endorsements
Support from Our Courts and Our Communities
Coco’s leadership and service have earned the respect and support of individuals throughout the International Court System. Their words reflect her character, experience, commitment, and vision for the future of our organization.
In their own words.
“Without hesitation, I offer my strongest endorsement of Empress Coco LaChine for the position of Queen Mother II of the Americas. I am confident that she possesses the experience, character and leadership qualities necessary to succeed Queen Mother Nicole; and to continue advancing the mission and values of the International Court System.
She is a good human. In addition to her professional qualifications for Queen Mother II of the Americas, I find her to be empathetic and kind. In my opinion, equally important attributes for the future Queen.”
Judy Shepherd
President/Co-Founder
Matthew Shepard Foundation
“The support and commitment Coco has shown to the Tyler Clementi Foundation over the years has been greatly appreciated and to me seems indicative of her worthiness to be Queen Mother II.”
Jane Clementi
Co-Founder & CEO
Tyler Clementi Foundation
“Empress Coco’s reliability and leadership skills complement an essential ability to read and finesse the professional and personal needs of those with whom he collaborates and works. His dedication is propelled by an enviable work ethic and a strategic understanding of the communication skills necessary for sustained, collaborative success.”
Tom Viola
Former Executive Director
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
1988 – 2024
“Coco’s dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to community make her exceptionally deserving of the title of Queen Mother II. She embodies the spirit of service, history, and excellence that this honor represents.”
Curtis Kelley
Owner, The Stonewall Inn, LLC
“I can think of no one more appropriate or qualified to take on this position than Coco, who has dedicated their life to our LGBTQ+ community and movement for liberation and in this role will further build a legacy of work towards liberation and will contribute to our honoring of LGBTQ+ history…”
Cathy Renna
Communications Director
National LGBTQ Task Force
“Coco’s legacy is one of service, leadership, and joy. She has built community, lifted others, and consistently used her platform to make a meaningful difference. We are proud to stand alongside her and to support her nomination for this well-deserved international honor.”
Stephen Covello
Chief Philanthropy Officer
God’s Love We Deliver
“From New York to California to Canada to Asia, Coco LaChine has remained a consistent and relentless leader, LGBTQ+ rights advocate, and role model with class and grace.”
Patrik Gallineaux
Global LGBTQ+ Ambassador / Host
“Coco LaChine is both a steward of our history and a guiding light for our future. Her integrity, wisdom, compassion, and unmatched institutional knowledge make her exceptionally qualified to assume the mantle of Queen Mother of the Americas II.”
H.I.S.M. Marni Gras
Empress 33 & 36
Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose
Edmonton, Alberta
Support From Our Courts and Friends
See the Courts and our friends across the International Court System that have formally endorsed Coco’s candidacy.