Shannon Cohn

Today we’re getting under the hood with Shannon Cohn a mother, daughter, friend, women’s advocate, lawyer, social impact producer, and filmmaker.

Shannon has worked across Africa, Europe, the Middle East & the Americas on topics related to gender equity and combating stigma and taboo. Her films and TV series have aired on PBS, Nat Geo, Discovery Channel, Amazon, and Netflix. Her new PBS documentary BELOW THE BELT, executive produced by Hillary Clinton and Rosario Dawson, approaches endometriosis as a social justice issue. 

The film is one element of a larger social impact plan to create meaningful change in endometriosis and women's health including increased research funding, policy changes, medical education initiatives, and widespread awareness. Her previous film ENDO WHAT? was called "The First Step in a Plan for Change" by NEWSWEEK and "Film of the Year" by THE GUARDIAN. 

Before becoming a filmmaker, Shannon practiced international law and was part of the legal team that prosecuted Enron in the largest white-collar crime investigation in FBI history. She has endometriosis and has two young daughters who have a 7x increased risk of having the disease.

Listen to Shannon’s story:
https://www.underthesisterhoodpodcast.com/1999410/14142600