Five women with dangerous pregnancy complications were denied abortions due to Texas’ abortion bans. We are suing the state of Texas on their behalf.
Learn more about this case: bit.ly/3yqnu7X
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For over 25 years, the Center for Reproductive Rights has used the power of law to advance reproductive rights as fundamental human rights around the world.
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“If a hospital can block a birth center from opening in Augusta, Georgia, then we should also be able to stop a hospital from closing and leaving a void in the community,” says Breana Lipscomb, Senior Advisor of Maternal Health and Rights at the Center.
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We look forward to continuing to work with the Biden-Harris administration to advance reproductive rights in the U.S. and across the globe!
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🔴Second hearing beginning momentarily:
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🔴HAPPENING NOW: We are in Kansas Supreme Court, arguing two lawsuits challenging several abortion restrictions. Tune in here:
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With our global partners, the Center works to raise awareness about rights violations in maternal health care, spark political engagement, and hold governments to account for preventable maternal deaths and morbidities. Learn more:
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For 30 years, the Center for Reproductive Rights has secured court rulings that have fundamentally transformed the landscape of reproductive health and rights for people around the world. Learn about our landmark cases:
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Our World Abortion Laws Map tracks the legal status of abortion in every country. The map is updated in real time to reflect national law so you can monitor how countries are protecting—or denying—reproductive rights around the world. Explore here:
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Pregnant people should not have to wait until they are near death to access essential health care. We are working to hold Texas accountable for the harms of its abortion bans. Learn more:
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Facing legal threats due to your work providing or supporting abortion access? Abortion Defense Network can help:
✔️Match you with values-aligned legal representation
✔️Cover attorney fees and legal expenses in criminal and civil proceedings
Learn more:
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We will not stay silent while our rights are taken away. Now more than ever we need your support in our fight to secure and advance reproductive rights. Support our work today:
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As we await a decision out of Texas—where a judge may ban abortion pills NATION WIDE—know that we are standing in solidarity with you. No matter what comes next, we will never stop fighting for our fundamental right to reproductive autonomy. Learn more:
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Denying someone an abortion changes the course of their entire lives.
The #TurnawayStudy found that when abortion seekers are denied care, they’re more likely to experience poverty and financial distress. They’re also less likely to be able to work full-time.
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Her case represents a historic opportunity for the advancement of women's repro rights in the region, & a search for justice for a young woman who confronted the Salvadoran State to save her life. Learn more: justiciaparabeatriz.org 💜💚
#JusticeForBeatriz #JusticiaParaBeatriz
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Today, the will hear the case of Beatriz vs El Salvador. Her case is a grave violation of the human rights of all people who are capable of becoming pregnant.
We are here to say #JusticeforBeatriz 💜💚
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With federal protections for abortion access eliminated, all eyes are on the states. Stay up to date on the cases in state courts across the U.S. with our State Court Abortion Litigation Tracker, created in partnership with the Brennan Center for Justice.
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The Center is taking on the toughest fights to protect reproductive rights and ignite change through the power of law. Join us on the front lines by signing up for our email:
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Our interactive 'After Roe Fell' map is a complete guide to the legal status of abortion in all U.S. states. Get to know your state's laws now:
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🎉#CelebrateEisenstadt 🎉 Especially when #reprorights are under attack, we must recognize the foundational impact of birth control in our lives and protect the legacy of this landmark #SCOTUS case. #HandsOffMyBC
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Today is the 51st anniversary of Eisenstadt v. Baird, the #SCOTUS decision that granted the right to contraception for people who aren’t married. We #CelebrateEisenstadt as a historic win for public health—and for our patients’ personal lives and wellbeing. #HandsOffMyBC
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“People’s lives have been endangered by Oklahoma’s cruel abortion bans, and now doctors will be able to help pregnant people whose lives they believe are at risk,” said Nancy Northup, Center CEO.
Learn more about today’s decision in #Oklahoma:
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The Court also ruled that doctors should be able to use their own medical judgment to determine whether to provide an abortion when a patient’s life is at risk.
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#BREAKING: The Oklahoma Supreme Court has recognized that the state constitution protects the right to abortion in life-threatening situations but nonetheless upheld the state’s “pre-Roe” ban. This decision means most Oklahomans will still not be able to access abortion care.
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“Congress must pass the Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act to ensure that this reporting can continue under future administrations, unimpeded by politicization or interference.” —Nancy Northup, Center CEO.
Read our full statement:
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The U.S. human rights reports provide a key resource for policymakers, advocates, and human rights bodies on the current situation of access to sexual and reproductive health services.
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Despite devastating retrogression on access to abortion and gender-affirming care in the U.S., global trends show that countries are moving to liberalize abortion laws and expand access to high-quality sexual and reproductive health care.
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Yesterday, the U.S. Department of State released the 2022 Human Rights Reports, which includes reporting on #SRHR in nearly 200 countries. We applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for its ongoing commitment to reporting on reproductive rights. 👏
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If there was ever a time to speak up for abortion access, it's right now. Let’s come together to show the power of the majority that believes #AbortionIsEssential.
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From TRAP laws to trigger bans and beyond, the Center's glossary will familiarize you with terms used in discussing abortion restrictions and protections:
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👏👏👏This is a major victory! Access to emergency contraception is an ESSENTIAL reproductive right. We are thrilled for the people of Honduras and applaud the activists and civil society organizations that led this fight, including .
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No one should be forced to wait until they are at death's door before doctors can treat them. In Texas, and in every state, pregnant people deserve the same standard of care. Learn about our newest case, Zurawski v. State of Texas:
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The Center for Reproductive Rights plays a leading role in establishing and promoting reproductive rights as human rights at the United Nations and other international forums. Learn more about our global advocacy work:
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We will not stay silent while our rights are taken away. Now more than ever, we need your support in our fight to secure and advance reproductive rights. Support the Center's work today:
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Questions about your legal rights to provide or support abortion care? Abortion Defense Network can help connect you with values-aligned representation and funding to cover attorney’s fees, bail and bond, and other legal expenses.
Learn more:
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One more time for the people in the back:
Everyone, everywhere deserves the right to make personal decisions about their health, their lives, and their futures WITHOUT political interference.
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We're honored to host the team from ,who paid us a courtesy visit at our office, to discuss our areas of intervention and future collaboration between the 2 organizations.
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"The stakes are very high and the impacts could be devastating, resulting in a nationwide ban of mifepristone. That's people in New York, in California, people who thought their abortion rights were protected in their states." —the Center's Jenny Ma
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