On June 27th, the U.S. Supreme Court dismissed a case which threatened to undermine the protections provided by the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), including for pregnant people who may need emergency abortion care. While the decision is not a clear victory, it does offer a temporary sigh of relief for people in Idaho. Still, in states with abortion bans or restrictions in place, as Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson wrote, “pregnant people experiencing emergency medical conditions remain in a precarious position.” We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again - abortion is healthcare, and healthcare is a human right. Bumble was proud to stand alongside Levi’s, Match Group, Lyft, Yelp, the Women’s Chamber’s Chamber of Commerce and others to submit an amicus brief in the Moyle case, arguing that reproductive healthcare restrictions are bad for the economy and bad for business. While this brief provided a perspective from businesses, the reality is an overwhelming majority (86%) of people* support protecting access to abortion related emergencies. In the midst of what feels like sustained attacks on women’s rights, we remain steadfast in our support of an individual’s right to make their own reproductive choices. When your ability to choose if, when, and how to have children is taken away, so is your bodily autonomy. This could not be more true than when pregnant people face medical emergencies. At Bumble, we believe in the right to choose, and to exercise control over our bodies. The safety, privacy, and freedom of family planning are critical to equality for all — and that includes equitable access to abortion care. We will continue to speak out—and speak loudly—against the retrogression of women’s rights. 💛 https://lnkd.in/gczizeqf *https://lnkd.in/eynwpm6s
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#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 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
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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
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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
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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.
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‼ 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
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Instead of celebrating today's 51st Anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we are staring into the reality of a post-Roe world. The stories of Kate Cox, Dr. Austin Dennard, and thousands of other Texas women and their families are no longer hypothetical, they are real. They are cruel and frightening, causing women to leave our state or to simply not come here. Having enacted a virtually total ban on abortion, what more damage could they do? Now various cities and counties are joining the Big Orwellian Government movement, deputizing citizens to persecute fellow citizens for helping women leave Texas to receive abortion care. None of this is acceptable. I filed bills last year to block the abortion travel bans and to protect people who assist women in leaving the state for care. Meanwhile, I support Congressional action to codify reproductive rights. The paradigm in Roe, as shaped by a half-century of common law and cultural development, provides the most logical point of reference. Despite all, today, we should celebrate the compassion, scientific rigor, cultural respect, and political humility of Roe, as we reaffirm our commitment to protecting women's autonomy and to keeping government out of the matters of personal faith, conscience, and philosophy.
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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 🙏
Inside the $100 million plan to restore abortion rights in America
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In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of the United States unanimously rejected a challenge to the FDA's approval of the abortion pill.The ruling is a significant setback for the anti-abortion movement. By maintaining the FDA's approval, the Court has ensured that women continue to have access to safe and regulated abortion medication called mifepristone. This medication had become particularly important after the overturning of Roe v. Wade two years ago in a controversial ruling by the Supreme Court. Medication abortion has become the most common method for abortion, accounting for more than half of all US abortions in 2021, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is said to be largely because of its accessibility. @Abigail Aiken, associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin who leads a research group on medication abortion, said, “It reduces the cost, it reduces barriers where people may not want to go to a clinic.” This ruling is a significant moment for reproductive rights and healthcare in the United States, and has far-reaching implications for reproductive healthcare and the ongoing debate over abortion rights in America. In a time when reproductive rights are frequently challenged, this unanimous decision is a reminder of the importance of judicial support for established healthcare regulations. It is our collective responsibility to advocate for accessible healthcare and health information for all women, everywhere. Women's health and rights are fundamental and deserve unwavering support from everybody in the world. #SupremeCourt #ReproductiveRights #Healthcare #WomensHealth #LegalUpdate #FDA #AbortionRights
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In a significant win for pro-choice advocates, Ohio voted to enshrine abortion rights in its constitution with the passage of Issue 1. The amendment, approved by almost 57% of voters, establishes an individual right to reproductive medical treatment, including abortion, contraception, and miscarriage care. This marks the seventh successful ballot measure aimed at protecting abortion rights since the Supreme Court rescinded the nationwide right to the procedure last year. Issue 1, the toughest fight for abortion rights supporters, was unique as it was the first time a Republican-led state considered changing its constitution to explicitly guarantee the right to abortion. The amendment explicitly prevents the state from burdening, penalizing, or prohibiting abortion before viability (around 23 weeks of pregnancy) and allows the state to restrict abortion after viability, except when necessary to protect life or health. The success of Issue 1 is likely to boost Democrats' confidence in the viability of abortion rights as a winning issue for the upcoming 2024 elections. However, opponents of the measure, including the group Protect Women Ohio, which raised nearly $10 million since September, expressed disappointment, stating that Ohio families, women, and children would bear the brunt of the vote. This victory follows another significant development in Ohio, where Issue 2 passed, legalizing recreational marijuana for adults aged 21 and older, effective from December 7. The state is now navigating the implementation of both measures, with legislators discussing potential amendments to address concerns related to youth safety, DUI incidents, public exposure to marijuana smoke, and taxation issues in the case of recreational marijuana. The landscape of Ohio's legal framework is evolving, shaping the future of reproductive rights and marijuana regulation in the state. #OhioChoice #RighttoChoose #ReproductiveFreedom #Issue2Impact
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‼ 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
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