Amanda Nguyen is a social entrepreneur, civil rights activist, and the founder of Rise, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping survivors of sexual violence. Born in 1991, she is best known for her work advocating for the rights of sexual assault survivors and for her instrumental role in the passage of the Sexual Assault Survivors' Rights Act in the United States in 2016. The act aims to provide a set of consistent, federally-guaranteed rights for survivors. With her activism, Nguyen has not only empowered survivors but has also brought about significant legislative change, earning widespread recognition for her efforts, including being named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list and receiving a Nobel Peace Prize nomination. Her background in law and astrophysics, along with her personal experience as a sexual assault survivor, has driven her commitment to creating a world where survivors are supported and protected by the law.