All 50 States Pass Rape Kit Reform After 16-Year Push
Mariska Hargitay's foundation just achieved a milestone that seemed impossible. After 16 years of advocacy, every U.S. state now has laws to help clear rape kit backlogs and support survivors.
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Rape Survivor Rewrote US Law, Then Flew to Space
Amanda Nguyen turned personal trauma into unanimous federal legislation, then achieved her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut. Now she's bringing her story of resilience and justice to New Zealand.
Maryland Survivor Ends Rape Kit Destruction in Hometown
After her own rape kit was destroyed, denying her justice, Sabrina Lassegue fought back and helped pass Maryland legislation that protects evidence and tracks sexual assault kits. Her journey from 15-year-old survivor to successful advocate is now captured in the documentary "Fenice."