What happens when women lose access to reproductive freedom and maternal healthcare?
The effects ripple through entire communities. Explore the resources here and take action.
Helpful Resources + Links
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The Center for Reproductive Rights is a global human rights organization of lawyers and advocates who ensure reproductive rights are protected in law as fundamental human rights for the dignity, equality, health, and well-being of every person.
Find frequently asked questions, data, reports, and findings from CDC's Abortion Surveillance System, which began in 1969 to document the number and characteristics of women obtaining legal induced abortions.
Established in 1974, RESOLVE is dedicated to ensuring that all people challenged in their family building journey reach resolution through being empowered by knowledge, supported by community, united by advocacy, and inspired to act.
The Turnaway Study is ANSIRH’s prospective longitudinal study examining the effects of unwanted pregnancy on women’s lives. The major aim of the study is to describe the mental health, physical health, and socioeconomic consequences of receiving an abortion compared to carrying an unwanted pregnancy to term.
Stats + Facts
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The statistics below are just a few compelling facts about the importance of accessible reproductive healthcare, pulled from the above resources.
Bans + Restrictions and Their Impacts:
21 states have strict abortion bans.
An increase in infant mortality of 13% was documented in the state of Texas in 2022 (the year after the six week abortion ban went into effect).
There was a 62% increase in maternal mortality noted in abortion restricted states than in abortion access states in 2020 per a recent study published by NIH.
States with bans have fewer maternity care providers, more care deserts, and higher maternal and infant mortality, especially for women of color.
Who Seeks Abortions and Why:
Most women seek abortions due to financial hardship.
60% of those who have abortions already have children.
90% of abortions occur in the first trimester.
Most women seeking abortions are at or below the poverty level.
Health Outcomes:
Abortions have a very low complication rate—lower than wisdom tooth removal.
Abortions are linked to better health outcomes for women and their existing children.
The Repro-Rights Bathroom Door Campaign
Get your Sharpies, your stickies, and get in those restrooms!
That's right. You're sitting on the gas station toilet, and don't we all appreciate it when there is something interesting to read on the door? You're a captive audience! Here's a great chance to post an interesting fact or note that urges the sitter to learn -- and vote!
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