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In the first episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, host Katie M. Shipp, Executive Director of I Have the Right To, is joined by co-hosts Susan and Alex Prout, co-founders of the nonprofit and parents of Chessy Prout, a survivor of sexual assault. 

In this powerful conversation, the Prouts share their personal journey following Chessy's assault at St. Paul's School, the challenges they faced, and their ongoing commitment to creating safer environments for students. They discuss the importance of institutional accountability, survivor empowerment, and how their nonprofit works to educate young people, especially young men, about the importance of safety, respect, and consent. 

The episode highlights the critical role of community support, the lasting impact of trauma, and the Prouts’ tireless advocacy for justice. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on the need for change in the fight against sexual violence.