Em-URGE-ing Voices

Reproductive health costs $15 billion more for those with a vagina in the U.S. The number of health visits in the span of one year, amounted to more than one thousand dollars of medical bills under my belt. These included doctor visits, nutritional care, STI and vaginal check ups, a mammogram and of course, therapy. … Read More

The fight for reproductive rights, particularly the accessibility of medication abortion, continues to be a pressing issue. As we gather for Self-Managed Abortion Fest 2024 under the theme “The fight for Self-Managed Abortions isn’t over,” it’s imperative to highlight the importance of this healthcare option. Medication abortion, a safe and effective method of terminating a … Read More

Having access to necessary reproductive healthcare services and resources without unnecessary obstacles or ableism is life-saving for disabled individuals. For #SMAFest2024, Tara highlights the often inaccessible barriers and discriminatory stigmas that people with disabilities are confronted with especially when seeking out abortion care. Swipe through to learn more about how self-managed abortion breaks down some … Read More

CW: Discussions of domestic abuse and intimate partner violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This SMA Fest, we’re highlighting the ways that reproductive coercion is structurally upheld, and how survivors of DV/IPV can be empowered through informed decisions about their own bodies. The National Domestic Violence Hotline reports that cases of abuse involving reproductive … Read More

Contrary to popular belief, self-managed abortion impacts Black youth across genders and sexualities. Swipe left to see why they think self-managed abortion should stay legal. Be sure to seek out their perspectives regularly in your work! Read More

Ohio medical student Soumya Jaiswal asks reproductive justice student leaders across the University of Cincinnati why Self-Managed Abortion is essential healthcare, and how young people can advocate for SMA.

How are you practicing self- and community care within the context of Reproductive Justice or elsewhere in your life? Ask yourself this regularly and adjust as necessary! 🌱 The fight for abortion is not over, let’s continue to push to dismantle oppressive systems and push for our vision of Reproductive Justice! Read More

Having a self-managed abortion can be a daunting time but acts of self-care can make it easier! These helpful tips for wellness can make a profound impact on the healing process. Prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health is key! 🧘‍♀️💗 Read More

The numbers don’t lie. Medication abortion is safe and effective. Let’s keep it accessible. Read More