A former communications strategist at a top public affairs firm in Baltimore, Maryland, Cristen Pascucci is the founder of Birth Monopoly and creator of the online course, Know Your Rights, which is based on legal and human rights, as well as childbirth for birth professionals and advocates. She is also co-creator of the Exposing the Silence Project and host of Birth Allowed Radio, a podcast. Cristen is currently a leading voice for people giving birth, speaking around the country, and consulting privately for consumers and professionals on issues related to birth rights and birthing options.