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Reflecting on the Anniversary of Roe V. Wade As today marks another anniversary of the historic Roe v. Wade decision, it's impossible to overlook the seismic shift that occurred with the Supreme Court's ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. The overturning of a nearly 50-year precedent protecting a woman's right to choose is more than a step backward; it's a travesty that has catapulted reproductive rights to the forefront of our national debate. The post-Roe landscape is fragmented, with states enacting a patchwork of laws that either fiercely guard or severely restrict abortion rights. This legal inconsistency creates a tumultuous environment where women's access to healthcare is heavily dependent on geography, exacerbating issues of inequality and healthcare access. However, the resurgence in activism and advocacy for reproductive rights with organizations and individuals alike rallying to safeguard these fundamental freedoms, is heartening. It illustrates that the fight for abortion rights is far from over—it's entering a new chapter. We all have a stake in the protection of human rights-- of reproductive rights. How can we, as a collective society, push forward to reinstate and protect abortion rights? We must use our voices. Engage in civil discourse. Act within our local communities. And most importantly, we can't let this issue fade into silence. Change starts with a conversation. Let's get talking. For more of my thoughts on this issue, read here 👇 https://ow.ly/5P7f50QsYKF #RoevWade #ReproductiveRights #WomensHealth #DobbsvJackson #AbortionRights #HealthcareEquity #StandWithWomen #MyBodyMyChoice

THE FIGHT FOR BODILY AUTONOMY !! IT’S A FIGHT FOR OUR FREEDOM, CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS, OUR BODIES, OUR FAMILIES, AND OUR FUTURES!! REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS! ABORTION IS AN ETHICAL, MORAL, & SPIRITUAL ISSUE THAT IS ALSO A HEALTHCARE ISSUE! REPUBLICANS PREDICT A DYSTOPIAN FUTURE UNDER PRESIDENT BIDEN BECAUSE THEY HAVE NO VIABLE POLICY CONCERNING ABORTION AND AN AGENDA THAT SUPPORTS A CONTINUING PURVEYANCE OF MENDACITY, DYSTOPIA, MISOGYNY, EXTREMISM, FEAR, FRAUD, FASCISM, VIOLENCE, HATRED, BIGOTRY, AND XENOPHOBIA. THEY REPRESENT A METASTASIZING NEOFASCIST AUTOCRATIC THREAT TO DEMOCRACY!! IN ESSENCE ‘A CULT’!! TRUMP IS A VIRUS AND THE REPUBLICAN PARTY IS HIS HOST! THE SCOTUS’S RIGHT WING FEDERALIST AGENDA OF STATES RIGHTS HAS MADE A MOCKERY OF THE ABORTION ISSUE, FURTHERING AN UNTENABLE ANTI-AUTONOMY STANCE, IN DIRECT OPPOSITION TO ETHICAL PRINCIPLES; PUTTING WHAT SHOULD BE A WOMAN’S HEALTHCARE DECISION INTO THE HANDS OF POLITICIANS. IT WILL NOT STAND!!!

Ohio voters cast their votes and, once again, validated what many Americans believe – women should have the right to access abortion care. For the Black women who continue to have higher maternal mortality rates and who often face increased barriers to healthcare, this codification of reproductive rights in Ohio moves us closer to the access and treatment we need. Now, we must replicate these outcomes across the country to ensure all women have the right to reproductive healthcare.

The ACLU of Wisconsin recently focused on two electoral cycles: the gubernatorial election in November 2022 and the April 2023 state supreme court election. They worked tirelessly to defend rights and protect abortion access and democracy. The collapse of abortion rights was devastating, but it strengthened their resolve to fight for justice. Fortunately, the election saw record-breaking turnout and high engagement, showing Wisconsinites' commitment to protecting reproductive freedom. https://lnkd.in/gkhC5Vdj The tireless efforts and determination of the people of Wisconsin inspire them to continue defending democracy. If you are determined to continue defending democracy, and want to scale your impact, join us for our reproductive justice and health based fellowship. Women Leaders for the World is a yearlong transformational fellowship that propels leaders forward to solve the world's most pressing challenges. Discover the coaching, training, and customized support offered to global social impact leaders like you. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gsbNBx2u #socialimpactleaders #executivewomen #womenleaders #reproductivehealthandjustice #abortionrights

I am a scholar activist, so I always love leading with facts because...facts don't lie. For Black women, girls and gender-expansive people, barriers to accessing abortion care have grown even more daunting since the overturn of Roe v. Wade. The past two years since the Dobbs decision have exposed the fact that Roe was never and has never been enough to secure full reproductive autonomy for our communities. The majority of Black women of reproductive age in the United States now live in states that have both banned or are likely to ban abortion, and we are some of the hardest hit by policies that seek to control our reproductive futures.   Over the past two years we have seen Black women targeted by law enforcement for pregnancy loss, persistent racial disparities in maternal health outcomes for Black mothers, and skyrocketing costs of accessing abortion care due to state abortion bans. Our recent poll revealed that approximately 40% of Black women of reproductive age feel less safe and are less sure about whether to have children because of abortion bans. Everyone should be able make their own decisions about pregnancy and health care without the fear of government interference. #DobbsAnniversary

Fifty one years ago today, the Supreme Court issued its landmark 7–2 decision in Roe v. Wade. Eighteen months ago it was overturned. At Ellevate, it’s rare for us to talk directly about political issues, but when we do, it’s because we see the lines between the personal and political impacting freedom of choice. Impacting equality. Impacting our human rights. We believe that every person deserves the freedom to make decisions about their own life without living in fear. In this collective struggle, we acknowledge the intersectionality of this issue and that abortion bans reinforce systemic racism and economic injustice. As women, we have demonstrated incredible strength and resilience, prevailing through numerous challenges. And once again, we will continue to forge a path towards equality and justice. We call upon individuals, communities, and policymakers to join us in the fight for reproductive rights and equal access to healthcare. -Register to vote and check your registration status at Vote.org -Sign a petition, you can find an updated list with Amnesty International -Donate and support organizations. Some of our favorites include The 19th, ACLU, Center for Reproductive Rights, & Planned Parenthood

This is a devastating decision. Support these groups working for reproductive justice in Georgia—they're not giving up, and neither should you. SisterSong challenged Georgia’s ban in today's decision and continues to fight. Their mission is to amplify and strengthen the collective voices of Indigenous women and women of color to ensure reproductive justice through securing human rights. Access Reproductive Care-Southeast provides funding and support to ensure Southerners receive safe and compassionate reproductive care, including abortion services. The Lawyering Project leverages legislation to improve abortion access and uphold the rights and dignity of people seeking and providing reproductive health care. SPARK Reproductive Justice NOW engages in power building through grassroots organizing, advocacy, and knowledge-building in Georgia and across the U.S. South, centering Black queer women, trans folks, and folks living outside the gender binary. Women Engaged works to support Black women and young adults to become impactful leaders, key decision-makers and effective agents for social change through voter engagement and reproductive justice advocacy and leadership development. Link in the comments for a list of organizations leading high-impact reproductive justice work across the country. #reproductivejustice #repro #reproductivehealth

June 24th, 2024 marks two years since the US Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization overturned Roe v. Wade, fundamentally altering abortion rights in the US. In the aftermath of ruling that Americans do not have a constitutional right to an abortion, state courts have become crucial battlegrounds for protecting access to reproductive care and protecting reproductive health.    Diana Kasdan's article examines recent legal challenges, including a troubling Texas Supreme Court ruling, and the ongoing fight to safeguard pregnant people's health and lives. As we reflect on this anniversary, and the impact that Dobbs has had. her analysis offers important insights into the current landscape. Read it HERE ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e5Gwi-sJ

Thanks to the ABA Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice for publishing my thoughts, two years after Dobbs, on what more we need from state courts to protect the rights, autonomy, and lives of pregnant people. The Texas Supreme Court didn't get it right by a long shot, but others can do better #reproright #statecourts

The New Hampshire Women’s Foundation supports CACR 23, which would allow the voters of New Hampshire to decide if there should be a clear and affirming right to bodily autonomy in the New Hampshire constitution. You can help support this bill by signing in remotely before the hearing! How you can help: If you want to make your voice heard in support of reproductive rights, sign in online to tell lawmakers you support CACR 23: - Go to https://lnkd.in/ed5GuqZC - Fill in your personal information - Select Date of the Hearing: January 10 - Select the Committee: House Judiciary - Choose the Bill: 10AM CACR 23 - I am: A Member of the Public - Representing: Myself - Indicate Your Position on this Bill: I Support this bill - (OPTIONAL) Upload Your Testimony -OR- Type your testimony below - Click "Submit" Why we support this bill: Access to the full range of reproductive health care, including abortion, is crucial to women’s health and economic security and has long-term impacts on women and their families. New Hampshire is the only state in New England that has not protected the right to abortion in state law. New Hampshire women, from across the political spectrum, have fought for decades for their right to reproductive freedom. It is time to allow the voters of New Hampshire to decide if there should be a clear and affirming right to bodily autonomy in the New Hampshire constitution.