Take Your Power Back with Amanda Nguyen and Lewis Howes

Personal Journey

Amanda Nguyen shares her personal journey, highlighting the pivotal moments that led to her advocacy work. After experiencing the trauma of sexual assault, she discovered the injustices within the criminal justice system, such as the potential destruction of rape kits after six months, despite a 15-year statute of limitations for prosecuting rape 1. This realization fueled her determination to fight for change, leading to the creation of Rise, a civil rights organization dedicated to empowering survivors and advocating for their rights 2.

Politics is not about logic or facts. If it was, we'd have a very different climate. Now it's all about emotional.

--- Amanda Nguyen

Amanda's background in astrophysics and national security uniquely informed her activism, demonstrating how personal experiences can drive impactful change.

   

Legislative Initiatives

Amanda's legislative efforts have been monumental in advancing the rights of sexual assault survivors. She played a crucial role in passing the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Rights Act, a federal law impacting 25 million people, though she emphasizes the need for state-level legislation due to the nature of state courts handling most rape cases 3. Her advocacy extends to the international stage with the Universal Survivor Bill of Rights, aiming to recognize the dignity of survivors globally 4.

At rise, we've already passed 21 laws for 40 million people. We hold the track record for being, again, America's most successful legislative reform movement.

--- Amanda Nguyen

Amanda's relentless pursuit of justice, even in the face of political challenges, showcases her commitment to creating systemic change 5.

   

Empowering Survivors

Amanda is dedicated to empowering survivors and advocates, offering them the tools to enact change. Through Rise, she provides opportunities for individuals to engage in activism, whether by launching their own campaigns or joining existing ones 6. Her work emphasizes the importance of recognizing the humanity in everyone and building coalitions across diverse groups to achieve common goals 7.

The idea here is to have people remember that no one is powerless when we come together.

--- Amanda Nguyen

Amanda's advocacy is not just about legal reform but also about fostering a supportive community for survivors, ensuring they have access to the resources and rights they deserve 8.