Redesigning Sexual Assault Advocacy with Margo Founder Antya Waegemann (S6E02)

Margo founder Antya Waegemann discusses the trauma of sexual assault, the stigma attached to victims and the importance of conducting a rape kit – and how these points led her to becoming a sexual assault advocate. After discovering that thousands of rape kits are left untested, Antya took a stand to address the issue by redesigning a rape kit that aims to empower assault survivors by offering them the help and care that they deserve. Antya sheds light on the importance of having empathy for survivors and the ongoing demand for justice. Tune in to hear more about Antya’s role as a sexual assault advocate and the plans she has to bridge the gap between survivors and healthcare providers. Learn more at margokit.com.

This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and survivor trauma, listener discretion is advised.

Production Credits: Aaron Kwittken, Jeff Maldonado, Dara Cothran, Lindsay Hand, Julie Strickland, Nina Valdes, Andrew Hutchings, and Mathew Passy

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