Kayce Simmons Munyeneh’s career is a compelling blend of advocacy, leadership, and community service, reflecting her dedication to creating positive change. She began her 24-year public service career in the early 2000s as a Program Coordinator for the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). In this role, Kayce traveled across South Carolina to review lethality protocols for police departments, aiming to develop strategies to keep domestic violence victims safe and alive.
Kayce’s advocacy journey continued with the South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA), where she worked on the H.O.P.E. Lights project o raise awareness about sexual assault on college campuses and in the broader community. Subsequently, she served as a court-based advocate through the Survivors and Advocates for Empowerment Program at DC Superior Court, providing essential support and intervention for victims of domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault.
For the next decade, Kayce concurrently held roles with the Metropolitan Police Department and the National Center for Victims of Crime. She acted as a liaison between departments, developed public policies, and advocated for over fifty thousand victims of violent crime. Her work included creating and implementing education initiatives and contributing as a subject matter expert. During this period, she also played a key role in developing the Capital Regional Violence Intervention Program, a hospital-based initiative launched in 2017 at the University of Maryland/Prince George’s Hospital Trauma Center, aimed at reducing recidivism of violent crime. Kayce responded to the Navy Yard Shootings, receiving an award from the Department of the Navy for her response to victims as part of the Metropolitan Police Department’s efforts.
In 2009, Kayce entered the real estate sector with Long & Foster, focusing primarily on renters—a niche often overlooked by other agents. Her deepened understanding of housing needs and community dynamics led her to become a partner at Compass Real Estate, Inc. in 2023. There, she continues to support and mentor new agents while staying attuned to housing trends in Prince George’s County.
Kayce’s commitment to supporting at-risk youth was evident through her work with CMT Services in Prince George’s County. She mentored youth assigned to truancy reduction and adult and juvenile drug courts, providing guidance, court accompaniment, and intervention. This program aimed to help these young individuals overcome challenges, stay in school, and avoid further legal issues by addressing the root causes of their truancy and substance abuse.
In 2015, Kayce began teaching Leadership and Change Management with the Business Development Reserve Program. This program helps entrepreneurs and business owners compete for business and contracts in Prince George’s County by providing essential training and resources to enhance their leadership skills and business strategies.
Her diverse experience includes her work abroad. While providing consultancy overseas, she served as Project Manager for Georgetown University’s Parel Vallei Hoerskool Project in South Africa. She led change management efforts, working with a retiring staff and headmaster to
facilitate the desegregation of the school—a significant task given its history under apartheid.
Kayce was instrumental in the creation of the Black Caucus in the Maryland Municipal League (MML), where she serves as Immediate Past President. The Black Caucus and other affinity groups have been pivotal in advocating for policies that promote fairness and equality, offering professional development, and providing vital feedback to MML.
Kayce earned her Master’s in Leadership with an emphasis on Organizational Development from Georgetown University in 2014, a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Columbia College in 2004. Her training and certifications cover local governance, violence intervention, disaster management, and civil rights, with additional certifications in psychological first aid, paralegal studies, and workplace violence awareness.
Affiliated with the Order of the Eastern Star and the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) as an Advanced Credentialed Advocate, Kayce is also a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Prince George’s County Chapter, and holds board positions with PGCMA and 211 Maryland (Maryland Information Network).
As a mother to Justice, a rambunctious six-year-old with special needs, Kayce’s personal experiences have driven her passion for change. The death of Elijah McClain was a significant factor in her increased involvement in police reform, leading her to draft the In Defense of Black Lives Resolution for the Town of Cheverly. This resolution addresses systemic issues in policing, promotes policies to reduce racial disparities, and reaffirms the town’s commitment to protecting and uplifting Black lives.
In her spare time, Kayce enjoys walking her town and encouraging residents to join the “Move with the Mayor” campaign. She advocates for wellness and healthy living as part of her broader commitment to community service.