Legislative Engagement and Policy Advocacy

Federal legislative advocacy | Washington, DC

Context

Kimberly was selected and sponsored by a national advocacy organization to participate in federal legislative engagement focused on strengthening protections for survivors of gender-based and sexual violence.

Advocacy Leadership

She conducted in-person meetings with six U.S. Senate offices across the Capitol complex, advocating for stronger survivor protections and the advancement of specific legislative measures. Her engagement centered on translating lived experience into policy-relevant insight and urging action on stalled or under-prioritized legislation.

Impact

  • Direct engagement with multiple Senate offices and staff
  • Contribution to policy discussions surrounding survivor protection legislation
  • Advocacy aligned with the advancement of the Take It Down Act, which was signed into law in May 2025

Advocacy Outcome

Her work helped bridge lived experience and legislative process, reinforcing the importance of survivor-informed policymaking at the federal level.