Katie Koestner

About the Author

Katie Koestner is a renowned advocate and author whose work centers on empowering survivors of sexual violence and reshaping conversations around consent, equality, and activism in educational settings. As one of the first prominent voices to publicly share her experience as a rape survivor during her college years, she has dedicated her career to educating young people on healthy relationships and bystander intervention. Through her writing and speaking engagements, Koestner challenges societal norms and promotes a culture of respect and accountability. Her influential book, Just Sex: Students Rewrite the Rules on Sex, Violence, Equality and Activism, amplifies student perspectives on these critical issues, inspiring a new generation to advocate for change. With a background in psychology and public health, she continues to influence policy and campus initiatives nationwide.