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Commemorating the 51st anniversary of American women gaining the constitutional right to abortion in the pivotal US Supreme Court decision, Roe v. Wade.  From 1973-2022, in all 50 states, women made the decision that was right for them about if and when to terminate a pregnancy and women’s lives were less at risk during pregnancy.  Abortions, part of women’s reproductive healthcare, were safe and available– in the event of rape or incest, when contraception failed, the mother’s health was at risk, the fetus was unviable, or a miscarriage wasn’t complete.  And with the introduction of medication abortion and telehealth in the early 2000s, abortions during early pregnancy became less costly and more accessible. Then, in June 2022, the reproductive rights landscape shifted. In Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the Supreme Court overturned federal protections of abortion, leading to a total abortion ban in 14 states, severe restrictions in 7 states, and, telehealth prescriptions for abortion pills and mail delivery banned in 25 states.  The impact? Significant hurdles for marginalized women of reproductive age– the poor, teenagers, immigrants, women of color, and those with limited time off from work – approximately 30% with no access to abortions, amplifying the need for ongoing vigilance, funds, policies, and activism.  Despite the challenges, abortion providers and advocates have been resilient, resulting in a surprising 0.2% increase in legal abortions over the past 18 months. And, some "legal" states have enhanced abortion access: eliminated costs, invested in clinics, expanded telemedicine for mail-order abortion pills, and passed “shield laws” protecting healthcare practitioners who provide care or telemedicine to patients from states with abortion bans. Yet, the assault on women's reproductive care persists, with looming uncertainties like potential restrictions on medication abortions.  As we remember Roe v. Wade, let's also remember the millions of women struggling for basic reproductive healthcare, today. The fight continues, demanding our unwavering support! #ReproductiveRights #RoevWadeAnniversary #StandUpForChoice #ReproductiveJustice #bcvoices #standupspeakout #roevwade #reproductivehealthlaw #womensrightsarehumanrights

Today marks two years since the Supreme Court's ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization devastated abortion access in the United States. This decision was part of a broader political agenda to ban abortion nationwide and revoke access to essential health care and services, especially for communities that already face additional barriers systemic racism and other systems of oppression, including Black people, Indigenous peoples, AANHPI people, Latine people, LGTBQ+ people, immigrants, people with disabilities, those working to make ends meet, and people living in geographically isolated areas. Over these last two years, attacks on abortion access, gender-affirming care, contraception, and other reproductive health care have proliferated. While we are heartened that last week, the Supreme Court Justices rejected Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine's—a group of anti-abortion physicians and organizations—challenge the FDA’s regulation of mifepristone, we know that baseless and incendiary attacks on abortion access will continue. Indeed, we are still waiting on the Supreme Court's decision in Idaho v. United States, another case that could deny pregnant people the fundamental right to essential, life-saving health care. These threats are rooted in misogyny and white supremacy, rather than science and evidence, and are fueling an ongoing public health crisis United States. Ibis stands in solidarity with the communities most impacted by these ongoing attacks, as well as our provider and community-based partners who have borne some of the greatest impacts of these restrictions as they continue their critical work to help people access respectful, safe, and inclusive abortion care in their communities. And we remain committed to responding to this human rights and public health crisis by generating and disseminating rigorous evidence in principled partnership with our reproductive justice and community-based partners. Everyone should have access to the full range of reproductive health care – from abortion, to contraception, to gender-affirming care – no matter who they are or where they live. To learn more about how #IbisDrivesChange, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gBXrVHJB

#Dobbs didn't start this crisis but made it worse. As you can read below, we are committed to principled partnerships with colleagues and communities to get to a world where we all have the info, resources, and power to make the best decisions for us. #IbisDrivesChange

Today we celebrate the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, a landmark case that secured federal protections for abortion in the US and symbolized abortion access for nearly 5 decades, by reaffirming our commitment to providing compassionate, high quality abortion care. Check out our blog post for the 51 ways carafem is innovating and expanding reproductive health care and abortion access. As you’re probably well aware, in June of 2022, the Supreme Court dealt a blow to this legacy with the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision, overturning Roe v. Wade. The removal of federal abortion protections has led to an onslaught of restrictive state laws, effectively banning, or significantly impeding access to abortion. Even during Roe v. Wade’s existence, numerous barriers hindered abortion care accessibility — restrictive state laws, geographic constraints, criminalization of abortion seekers, financial burdens, and stigmatization. These obstacles disproportionately affected Black, Indigenous, People of Color, disabled individuals, low-income individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and undocumented individuals. Those seeking abortions deserve more, and our communities deserve more than what Roe v. Wade provided. carafem is committed to delivering beyond expectations. We are dedicated to offering compassionate, high-quality, specialized, and accessible abortion and reproductive health care for everyone.

‼ FRANCE MAKES ABORTION A CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT ‼ ♀️ It’s a historic moment for France and women’s reproductive rights globally as they became the first country to explicitly guarantee access to abortion in its constitution up to 14 weeks into a pregnancy. Legislators on Monday overwhelmingly voted (780-72) in support of this constitutional amendment, a rare occasion in France. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn #roevwade in 2022 highly motivated this significant change. It also reflects the widespread support for abortion in France, with 85% of the public in favor of this move.   🗼 The Eiffel Tower was illuminated in celebration with #MyBodyMyChoice. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, who hailed this decision, made a powerful statement: “We are sending the message to all women: Your body belongs to you and no one has the right to control it in your stead.”   🗒 In the U.S., a July 2023 Gallup poll indicated that 85% of Americans believe abortion should be legal under any (34%) or only certain circumstances (51%). Women’s reproductive rights have been under fire in the U.S. recently, but this move provides HOPE, as a statement made by Mélanie Vogel, a Green Party senator and a major force behind the bill, shared: “I want to send a message to feminists outside of France. Everyone told me a year ago it was impossible.” She added: “Nothing is impossible when you mobilize society.”   📣 This decision in France is expected to prompt broader conversations about reproductive rights and women's healthcare globally. The call is made to support ensuring access to safe and legal abortion services for all women, regardless of geographical location or socioeconomic status. LET'S MAKE OUR VOICES HEARD! https://lnkd.in/gHZjjh2C #womensrights #reproductiverights #empoweringwomen #abortionrights Menopause Experts Group Limited

Landmark Decision: 𝘋𝑜𝘣𝑏𝘴 𝘷. 𝐽𝘢𝑐𝘬𝑠𝘰𝑛 𝑊𝘰𝑚𝘦𝑛’𝑠 𝐻𝘦𝑎𝘭𝑡𝘩 𝘖𝑟𝘨𝑎𝘯𝑖𝘻𝑎𝘵𝑖𝘰𝑛 June 24, 2022. A historic ruling by The U.S. Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturns 50 years of legalized abortion and guts American women’s reproductive rights and access to reproductive healthcare In deliberate violation of Roe v. Wade, in 2018, the Mississippi legislature passed the Gestational Age Act, significantly restricting access to abortion services in the state after 15 weeks of pregnancy., The Jackson Women's Health Organization, the sole licensed abortion facility in Mississippi at the time, promptly challenged the law in federal court. The Supreme Court upheld the Mississippi law and, in doing so, overturned two landmark precedents: Roe v. Wade (1973) and Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992). The Court concluded that the Constitution does not protect an inherent right to abortion, and shifted the regulation of abortion back to state governments. Over the past two years, this decision has drastically affected clinicians’ ability to provide comprehensive reproductive healthcare, nationwide, and has had devastating effects on women’s lives. As of 2024, an estimated 22 million women of child-bearing age have lost access to abortion care and OB/Gyn services. Currently, 26 states have severely restricted abortions - 14 states  have complete abortion bans - most without exceptions for rape, incest or the mother’s health, and, impose severe fines and/or or prison sentences on doctors who perform an abortion. Out of fear of losing their licenses, or of imprisonment, many OB/GYN doctors in those states are refusing to care for pregnant women in medical distress until they are close to death.  Some are closing their practices and moving to another state. Across the US, women are fighting back.  Women right’s organizations have successfully persuaded voters in  California, Michigan, Ohio, and Vermont to pass amendments  protecting abortion rights. In November,  at least four more states will have abortion amendment initiatives on the ballot- Maryland, Florida, Colorado, and South Dakota. Vote in 2024 for women’s right to all reproductive healthcare, including an abortion. #SupremeCourt #DobbsvJackson #ReproductiveRights #StandUpSpeakOut

‼ FRANCE MAKES ABORTION A CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT ‼ ♀️ It’s a historic moment for France and women’s reproductive rights globally as they became the first country to explicitly guarantee access to abortion in its constitution up to 14 weeks into a pregnancy. Legislators on Monday overwhelmingly voted (780-72) in support of this constitutional amendment, a rare occasion in France. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn #roevwade in 2022 highly motivated this significant change. It also reflects the widespread support for abortion in France, with 85% of the public in favor of this move.   🗼 The Eiffel Tower was illuminated in celebration with #MyBodyMyChoice. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, who hailed this decision, made a powerful statement: “We are sending the message to all women: Your body belongs to you and no one has the right to control it in your stead.”   🗒 In the U.S., a July 2023 Gallup poll indicated that 85% of Americans believe abortion should be legal under any (34%) or only certain circumstances (51%). Women’s reproductive rights have been under fire in the U.S. recently, but this move provides HOPE, as a statement made by Mélanie Vogel, a Green Party senator and a major force behind the bill, shared: “I want to send a message to feminists outside of France. Everyone told me a year ago it was impossible.” She added: “Nothing is impossible when you mobilize society.”   📣 This decision in France is expected to prompt broader conversations about reproductive rights and women's healthcare globally. The call is made to support ensuring access to safe and legal abortion services for all women, regardless of geographical location or socioeconomic status. LET'S MAKE OUR VOICES HEARD!   https://lnkd.in/gjDpE4dJ #womensrights #reproductiverights #empoweringwomen #abortionrights Menopause Experts Group Limited

Today is the two year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned. Here is what we know: abortion bans make pregnancy more dangerous, 80% of Americans believe abortion should be legal, and the government has no right to tell you what you can and cannot do with your body. Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Planned Parenthood Votes, the Federation made several announcements today to mark this anniversary with an eye toward the future. 💪 Restoring + Expanding Abortion Access: This morning, we joined nine other reproductive rights, health, and justice groups to launch Abortion Access Now — a $100M effort to restore and expand abortion access at the federal level. Where you live should not determine the health care available to you. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e4wUKmvf ➡️ Sign the pledge here: https://lnkd.in/ev7XvSHv 🗳️Elections: Planned Parenthood Votes announced a $40M investment in the 2024 election cycle, making strategic investments in 14 states, including Pennsylvania. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ewsD8jiS 👀New data on the impact of abortion bans: Since the fall of Roe, 43% of women, and trans and nonbinary folks, now live in a state where abortion is banned, including over 50% of Black women. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e3xJxMQp Make sure you are registered to vote 🙏

Today marks two years since the US Supreme Court overturned #RoeVsWade, starting a global attack on reproductive rights. Beth (Elizabeth) Schlachter, Senior Director of U.S. External Relations at MSI Reproductive Choices said: “In the years since Dobbs was decided, many U.S. states have put in place new restrictions on abortion. And the waves of anti-abortion legislation are continuing to morph and grow. They’ve already attacked essential abortion medication, emergency healthcare for women, contraception, and IVF – and we know they will not stop there. “As a global abortion provider, we have also seen the consequences of this decision reverberate around the world. From the Global Gag Rule to US funded anti-choice groups who harass women outside our clinics and lobby governments to restrict access; decisions made in the US have an impact far beyond our borders. “Yet there have also been bright spots in the darkness. A majority of Americans support access to abortion, and in states where abortion has been on the ballot, people have rallied, and the right to control our own bodies has won the day. Come November, those votes will matter more than ever before. “A second Trump presidency would almost certainly see the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, which blocks U.S. funding for organizations like MSI that provide abortion care. In short, what happens next in the United States will impact hundreds of millions of lives globally. “We must learn from the overturning of Roe v Wade. Reproductive rights take years of work to achieve but they can be lost overnight. The choice we make is not just about candidates, it is also a matter of restricting or expanding reproductive choice all over the world. “Abortion is healthcare and we will continue to fight for access to safe, legal care everywhere.” #DobbsVsJackson

BREAKING: The Supreme Court unanimously rejected a request by anti-abortion groups to impose nationwide restrictions on mifepristone. The new ruling means that, for now, medication abortion access will remain unchanged. While abortion remains protected in Massachusetts, we know that anti-abortion extremists won’t be stopped by this ruling. Reproductive rights matter to voters. We can’t be complacent; our power to control our bodies and lives requires us to act. This fight isn’t over. ACLU of Massachusetts Executive Director Carol Rose issued the following statement in response to the decision by the Supreme Court: “We are relieved that access to mifepristone remains unchanged for now; millions of people rely on this medication for abortion care and miscarriage treatment, and efforts to restrict access to it are not based on scientific evidence or best medical practice. People need the freedom to make health care decisions with their providers — without the interference of politicians or judges.  “While abortion remains protected in Massachusetts, we know that anti-abortion extremists won’t be stopped by this ruling; they are constantly devising new ways to criminalize abortion in every state and nationwide.  “This case should never have made it this far — and there is still one case before the Supreme Court that could allow hospitals to deny pregnant people emergency medical care. At the same time, politicians in some states are now trying to block peoples’ access to IVF and even birth control. “This authoritarian agenda is deeply unpopular; the majority of Americans support the freedom to make personal decisions about when to start a family. Bodily integrity and reproductive rights matter to voters, who will go to the polls to vote their values. We can’t be complacent; our power to control our bodies and lives requires us to act.” https://lnkd.in/eVth5kqA