Dr. Feride Rushiti is a renowned advocate and founder of the Kosovo Rehabilitation Center for Torture Victims (KRCT).With more than two decades of experience in research and advocacy, Dr. Rushiti has been instrumental in raising awareness and recognition for survivors of wartime sexual violence and other civilian victims of conflict. Her tireless efforts led to a milestone government decision in 2017, which allocated funding for pensions to Kosovo's victims of wartime sexual violence. This decision set a precedent for governmental involvement in addressing the legacy of Kosovo's wartime past.Furthermore, Dr. Rushiti played a pivotal role in the development of Kosovo's legal framework for the humane treatment of prisoners and detainees. Her successful advocacy efforts resulted in the establishment of independent monitoring systems for detention facilities, ensuring adherence to human rights standards. Dr. Rushiti has received numerous awards, including the U.S. Secretary of State's International Women of Courage Award in 2018. Her unwavering commitment to human rights and marginalized groups has made a lasting impact in Kosovo.