Want to make a huge difference in the lives of Sexual Assault Survivors? Now you can.

Originally published on Change.Org on November 16, 2016 By Maria. Dearest Friends and Supporters– I know many of you are looking for ways to make a difference after this election. Today there is a great opportunity for you to channel your energy into action. Rise is currently looking for organizers…

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Historic Bill Of Rights For Survivors Of Sexual Assault Is Heading To Obama’s Desk

Originally published on BuzzFeedNews on September 7, 2016 By Ema O’Connor. “This [bill] becoming law means so much, not just for the 25 million estimated rape survivors across America, but to me personally,” advocate Amanda Nguyen told BuzzFeed News. The House approved a historic bill of rights for survivors of…

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How a 24-Year-Old Rape Survivor Is Pushing Congress to Change the Way the U.S. Handles Sexual Assault

Originally published on People.com on August 30, 2016 By Diana Pearl. A rape kit is often seen as the first step in bringing a rapist or assailant to justice. But for Amanda Nguyen, it’s something she has to contend with twice a year – every six months, she must fight…

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