Rae

Rae has been with CAE since August of 2021 when she joined as Program Manager for Empowerment Self Defense. She is thrilled to further the work of CAE and hopes for a world where freedom of expression, artistic pursuits, and true safety of the most vulnerable among us becomes common place. Rae’s strongest held belief is that every individual should be provided with the agency and access to live a fulfilled life as they so choose, and she loves that CAE provides a space to support that.

Rae has been teaching physical self defense practices for several years, including the research and development of ENOUGH: Self Defense Practices for the LGBTQ+ Community. In addition to her training and certification as a Krav Maga instructor, her fighting background also includes practice in Muay Thai, Brazilian jujitsu, kickboxing, and an undefeated amateur fight record. She provides a holistic approach to self defense, supported by her sociological research for her MA in Performance & Culture at Goldsmiths, University of London and her ongoing support of social justice efforts, particularly in relation to the performing arts. Rae holds two additional degrees from The Ohio State University: a BFA in Dance and a BA in English, and has experience working with a range of special populations, ages, and demographics.