Amanda Nguyen
Activist and astronaut | First Vietnamese woman to go to space
About
Amanda Nguyen will become the first Vietnamese woman to go to space when she flies on Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket. She is an activist whose work focuses on the intersection of race and gender.
She ignited the Stop Asian Hate movement and passed sexual assault survivors' rights legislation in multiple states. Amanda's keynotes inspire action on civil rights and pursuing audacious goals.
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Healing Through Writing: An Astronaut's Inspiring Story
In this captivating book talk, astronaut Amanda Nguyen shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery through the transformative power of writing. Hear her inspiring story and learn how the act of putting pen to paper can be a profound tool for personal growth and resilience.
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