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We wanted the content to be educational yet catchy so that it could resonate with the youth of today. This translated into two of our content series, Little Miss fights the barriers against abortions and #ChupKar.

Both touched upon the various difficulties a pregnant person faces while accessing abortions, such as lack of information and societal prejudice. We spread information about why access to safe abortion is an essential healthcare service.

We also marked World Sexual Health Day and World Contraception Day, through our social content. By mixing impactful messaging with eye-catching visuals, we highlighted the importance of sexual well-being and aimed at fostering a change in people's outlook.

A MOMENT OF TRIUMPH
India's unprecedented judgement for inclusive abortions!

On ISAD, the Supreme Court passed a landmark judgment, declaring that unmarried women are also legally entitled to safe abortions till 20-24 weeks of pregnancy. This decision recognises a person's right to bodily and reproductive decisional autonomy.

What stands out in this judgement is the fact that the arguments given by Justice Chandrachud were rights-based first and then about the healthcare aspect around it, something that hasn't been seen before.

This is a historic step in the direction of making abortions inclusive and sets a precedent for the future. What a huge victory for all the citizens of this nation.

THE TIMES OF INDIA

SC observation on marital rape in abortion ruling welcome but does not make it an offence: Activists

29^th September 2022

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THE FREE PRESS JOURNAL

Women's rights activists welcome SC's judgement on abortion, call it 'progressive'

29^th September 2022

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Dr Kalpana Apte, Secretary General, Family Planning Association of India, talked about India's efforts towards making abortions accessible and inclusive during a time when these rights are being threatened in western countries.

Normalising abortion in the media

The portrayal of positive sentiments towards abortions and the normalisation of abortion rights in the media is essential to educate the public about the topic.

The Pratigya Campaign organised a Media Sensitisation Workshop at the Press Club of India bringing together experts on gender, law, and digital media. This led to an enriching discourse, comprising different perspectives, anecdotes, and questions. The workshop provided an opportunity to further the understanding of sexual and reproductive rights and safe abortion discourse in the Indian media.

Tweeting a transformation

Abortion as a topic of discussion is surrounded by stigma and fear, limiting an abortion seeker's access to safe services. This access is conditional on several privileges granted by identity markers.

The YP Foundation initiated a holistic conversation around safe abortions on the occasion of #InternationalSafeAbortionDay. Their Twitter chat answered people's questions and busted myths to carve out a path to normalise abortions.

Letting the youth's voice be heard

Asia Safe Abortion Partnership kickstarted ISAD by giving a platform to youth from Asia to share their experiences regarding the stigmas attached to abortion services.

A safe space for safe abortions

The stigma surrounding abortions results in lack of healthy conversations and knowledge within communities. Rangeen Khidki encouraged people and the government to take an initiative and create safe spaces for abortion access.

Fighting against the taboos

Family Planning Association of India (FPA India) about how the knowledge gap can be bridged, and a safe environment can be created.

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Making abortions inclusive for all

Individuals in vulnerable situations find it ever more challenging to access safe abortions. Hidden Pockets Collective had a unique idea to educate people from different backgrounds about abortions. They followed WHO recommendations to design programs for people in remote areas.

Safe abortion ki keemat tum kya jaano?

Agents of Ishq's multilingual campaign featured Bollywood references to drive the message home - Support Choice, Not Stigma. They used several dialogues from famous Bollywood stars in a creative manner to appeal to the masses.

Safe and legal abortions - the need of the hour

Youth Advocacy Network SL celebrated ISAD by highlighting how harmful and dangerous restrictive abortion laws can be. They increase unsafe abortions and drive higher maternal mortality.

Word Around The World

Initiating educational conversations for safe abortions

On the occasion of International Safe Abortion Day, Martin Onyango, Head of Legal Strategies at the Centre for Reproductive Rights, talked about why it's important for women to have access to abortions. Watch the video to hear his thoughts.

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England and Wales take a progressive step towards abortion rights

As a ray of hope for abortion rights, England, and Wales made-at-home medical abortions permanently available to pregnant persons. This sets a brilliant example of how governments can ensure effective, safe, and easily accessible abortion services.