Tag Archives: abortion access

WLP Statement on Congressman Tim Murphy

Posted on October 4, 2017 by womenslawproject

Pennsylvania Rep. Tim Murphy isn’t the first and won’t be the last hypocrite politician who fails to practice what he so emphatically preaches. In fact, it’s unlikely any politician who votes to restrict access to safe legal abortion would ever … Continue reading →

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12 Facts About the Attacks on Reproductive Rights in Pennsylvania

Posted on July 18, 2017 by womenslawproject

On Wednesday July 19, Lady Parts Justice League will bring a comedy-and-activism themed road trip they’re calling the Vagical Mystery Tour to Pittsburgh, and the Women’s Law Project is pleased to be a part of the talkback section of the show. (Get … Continue reading →

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Just In: Unlocking Abortion Coverage in the Keystone State

Posted on October 5, 2016 by womenslawproject

The Women’s Law Project, in collaboration with the National Health Law Program, just published Unlocking Abortion Coverage in the Keystone State, an initiative of the Reproductive Health Data and Accountability Project. Unlocking Abortion Coverage in the Keystone State is a … Continue reading →

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It Passed! Philadelphia Is 11th City To Call to Repeal Hyde

Posted on September 29, 2016 by womenslawproject

It passed! This afternoon, after hearing testimony from citizens and advocates in support of Resolution No. 160828, City Council passed the resolution, making Philadelphia the 11th city to officially call on Congress to end the Hyde Amendment. Back in 1973, when … Continue reading →

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Hey Pennsylvania: Rock Out for Abortion Rights this Saturday 9/10           

Posted on September 7, 2016 by womenslawproject

This Saturday, more than 30 cities across the country, including Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, are hosting events as part of All Access, a series of concerts and conversations about unequal access to abortion in America. This is the deal: Women’s healthcare … Continue reading →

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Tonight: Watch “Trapped” Documentary on PBS

Posted on June 20, 2016 by womenslawproject

The timing could not be more appropriate: As we wait for a ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States on the most significant abortion case in decades, a new documentary chronicling the challenges of providing safe and legal abortion … Continue reading →

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Join us in Pittsburgh for a Screening of TRAPPED

Posted on May 23, 2016 by womenslawproject

We are proud to join with our friends Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania, New Voices Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Pro-Choice Escorts to bring the groundbreaking documentary TRAPPED (2016) to Pittsburgh for a screening at the Melwood Theatre this Thursday, May 26. … Continue reading →

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Invitation: #ProtectTheZonePA Twitter Town Hall, 10AM on 1/20

Posted on January 19, 2016 by womenslawproject

You’re invited! When: 10AM – 10:30AM on Wednesday, January 20 What: Twitter Town Hall at #ProtectTheZonePA Featured participants include:  @LarryFarnese, Pennsylvania Senator Larry Farnese (D-Philadelphia) is a former clinic escort and the primary sponsor of Senate Bill 1105, a bill … Continue reading →

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PA Abortion Providers Speak Out About Upcoming SCOTUS Abortion Case

Posted on January 5, 2016 by womenslawproject

Abortion providers in Pennsylvania, where women suffered under Gosnell’s hand, have a particular responsibility to speak out against these schemes. PENNSYLVANIA — Soon, the Supreme Court of the United States will hear the most important case regarding reproductive rights in … Continue reading →

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Anti-abortion activists exploit civil rights messages while omitting King’s family planning legacy

Posted on October 20, 2014 by womenslawproject

Guest Blogger:  La’Tasha D. Mayes, executive director of New Voices for Reproductive Justice, an organization building a social change movement in Pennsylvania and Ohio dedicated to the health and well-being of black women and girls. An anti-abortion group calling themselves “Created … Continue reading →

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