Amanda Nguyen on her decision to bring the hospital band from her sexual assault to space

Amanda Nguyen, a sexual assault survivor and activist, decided to bring the hospital identification band from her assault to space as a symbolic act of empowerment and resilience. The gesture is meant to transform a painful memory into a statement of strength and hope for survivors. She carried the band aboard a spaceflight, marking a personal and public milestone in her advocacy work. The act underscores her mission to reclaim trauma and inspire others through bold, symbolic actions.