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Doctors are doing unnecessary gynecological tests on teens

Jan 09, 2020 / Press Clip
In reality, doctors and reproductive health advocates say fear of Pap tests and pelvic exams keeps patients away from the doctor’s office. And many argue … Read More

Massachusetts Congresswoman Pressley Unveils Progressive Criminal Justice Legislation Plan

Nov 15, 2019 / Press Clip
“There’s no question that mass incarceration causes deep harm to young people, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ people, and stands in the way of achieving … Read More

Period Poverty Affects Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming People, Too

Oct 18, 2019 / Press Clip
On the first National Period Day, we need to think beyond the incorrect idea that periods are just for women. BY COURTNEY ROARK Read More

WAWC clinic defenders provide support to patients

Oct 17, 2019 / Press Clip
Annabeth Mellon, a senior majoring in gender and media studies and creative media and president of Unite for Reproductive & Gender Equity UA (URGE), was … Read More

4 reasons why we need birth control pills available over the counter right now

Sep 26, 2019 / Press Clip
On November 7th, 2018, the Trump administration announced their plan to weaken the Affordable Care Act’s birth control mandate. Specifically, Trump wants to let employers deny … Read More

National non-profit erects pro-abortion billboards across state

Sep 03, 2019 / Press Clip
A national non-profit is working with college students and young leaders in Alabama to destigmatize abortion, including raising four new billboards placed around the state … Read More

How Late Can You Get An Abortion? It Depends On Where You Live

Aug 30, 2019 / Press Clip
Keep in mind that if you are a minor, you will likely need parental consent to get an abortion. “Unfortunately, most states force young people … Read More

Meet Glamour’s 2019 College Women of the Year

Jun 11, 2019 / Press Clip
Annabeth Mellon: …This May, Alabama passed the most restrictive abortion ban in the country, which would outlaw the procedure, even in cases of rape and … Read More

Boycott or Not? Many Organizers in Abortion Ban States Say “No”

May 23, 2019 / Press Clip
Executive Director Kimberly Inez McGuire of Unite for Reproductive & Gender Equity (URGE), which works in both Alabama and Georgia, says the idea of a boycott … Read More

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