Mariska Hargitay Presents Posthumous Courage Award to Virginia Giuffre, Highlighting Survivor Advocacy
Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," posthumously presented the Equality Now Courage Award to Virginia Giuffre. The award was accepted by Giuffre's brother, Sky Roberts, and his wife, Amanda Roberts, at the Make Equality Reality Gala in New York City. Hargitay emphasized that courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the act of speaking out despite immense challenges and scrutiny. She highlighted Giuffre's dedication to creating a world where accountability is paramount and her efforts to empower other survivors through her nonprofit, Speak Out, Act, Reclaim (SOAR). Giuffre's family is committed to continuing her legacy, relaunching SOAR and advocating for legislation such as Virginia's Law and the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
