Olivia Benson helps solve some of the most hideous sex crimes on Law and Order: SVU. The women offers comfort to victims and entertainment to the masses on the long-running NBC series. This well-known character is one of many women very deserving to be part of the women empowerment series based on television characters. Week after week Olivia Benson empowers viewers by reminding everyone it’s OK to fight for your rights. Benson’s job is to pursue justice, yet after all the terrible crimes she has seen she is still a very sympathetic individual. Looking to help victims by utilizing the resources of the New York City Police Department, she is a right’s champion and advocate for victims while taking lead to find the perps. Believing people will have the best intentions isn’t …show more content…
From working in the squad room to actually making decisions as the boss on the cases, her knowledge of the police work has expanded significantly. Today, when watching Olivia Benson on TV, fans see a female Lieutenant of the Commander Detective Squad, at the NYPD 16th Precinct. Remember she started out as a Probationary Patrol Officer. One element of her job that she makes a priority is her willingness to help others fight for their rights. She reminds us all that it’s unwise to fall victim, intentional or otherwise, as we live our lives. The only way to be a healthy individual is to combat every situation, even if it appears insurmountable or is an unforeseen incident. The fictional unit where Benson works operates out of New York City, but the idea of finding the strength to fight for your rights has no boundaries. The empowering statement that it encourages women to get what is fair is powerful. So is decision to pursue people responsible for their negative actions especially when it impacts your life. It’s not a pretty endeavor sometimes, but as seen on Law & Order: SVU the opportunity to avoid being the victim is