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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In this oped @msichoices.org and APHRC Benin unpack what West Africa can teach us about advancing repro health beyond legal frameworks. Building on findings from Rutgers research The Maze Women Face, it examines progress, challenges & lessons from the region. www.srhm.org/news/beyond-... #Sept28
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Beyond the Law: What West Africa Can Teach the World About Safe Abortion
West Africa offers a critical lesson: legislative reform is a vital milestone, but it is only the beginning of advancing women's health.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
This Safe Abortion Day, #SheDecides joins the call for global solidarity and a stronger recognition of abortion as an essential part of healthcare. #Sept28 #AbortionIsHealthcare
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
At #UNGA so far, #SheDecides has met with champions, partners, and world leaders to address unacceptable gaps in gender equality, bodily autonomy and SRHR world-wide. See where we've been so far!
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
With just 4 years left to reach the #SDGs, the push for gender equality and #SRHR cannot wait. Next week, SheDecides is at #UNGA81 to stand alongside champions keeping bodily autonomy front and centre. As anti-rights groups mobilise in key political spaces, so are we!
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
From Mombasa to Montevideo, August was a month of momentum: with collective action for sexual and reproductive health and rights, key conferences and important court wins. #SRHR #ReproductiveRights #BodilyAutonomy #GenderEquality
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
July was a month of landmark moments for sexual and reproductive health and rights! ✨ Watch the updates:
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The latest episode of the #SheDecides podcast Reproductive Resistance is now live! 🎙️ In this episode, we peel back the layers on anti-rights youth organising and ask: How can our movement better respond? 🎧 Tune in here: tinyurl.com/nxvpxvh3
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Grooming the Future: Inside the Anti-Rights Youth Pipeline
Reproductive Resistance · Episode
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Happy #InternationalYouthDay! We are thrilled to welcome our brand-new SheDecides Youth Advisory Panel (YAP)! A world where #SheDecides starts with young people’s #SRHR. It’s time to listen to their leadership and demands. Welcome YAP members! 👉 Meet them here: www.shedecides.com/youth-adviso...
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
In a time of global divide, political leadership matters. At #CPD59, SheDecides Champions demonstrated exactly that. Read our full reflections, including excerpts from Champions' statements www.shedecides.com/news/what-ca.... #SheDecides #SRHR #ICPD #ResistTheRollback
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
𝐇𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬! Anti-rights groups have shifted their approach within UN decision-making spaces like CSW and #CPD. But inside the negotiation halls, two young SheDecides Champions are refusing to let them go unchallenged. Read the full article: www.alliancemagazine.org/blog/the-ove...
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Monumental milestones for sexual and reproductive health and rights marked March! From legal reforms to collective commitments - momentum for gender equality remains and bodily autonomy remains strong, despite intense pushback from opposition. #SRHR #ReproductiveRights #GenderEquality #SheDecides
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
At #CSW70, SheDecides and partners made it clear: legal systems must protect - not penalize - the right to decide. From Peru's sterilization cases to Latin America's Green Wave, strategic litigation is driving change. 🔗 Read more: tinyurl.com/3xehx7s7 #ReproductiveJustice #CSW70 #SRHR
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
"No government may misuse women's rights as a political tool." SheDecides champions the German Development Minister and the Belgian Foreign Minister, push back against the expanded Global Gag Rule. Read the full article (in German): taz.de/Gastbeitrag-...
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Despite serious challenges limiting access to care and bodily autonomy, January brought some encouraging developments: legal victories, new political leadership, and collective action. These wins show that change remains possible! #SRHR #BodilyAutonomy #SheDecides
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Today we are pleased to announce that Maxime Prévot, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Government of Belgium, is a new #SheDecides Champion.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Launched yesterday, the latest Ipas report shares ground-breaking insights on how anti-rights groups are effectively and strategically targeting young people to future-proof their agenda and roll back rights. Explore why it is a must-read: www.shedecides.com/news/future-... #ReproRights #Youth
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Out now! 📢 A new report from #SheDecides champion @ipas.org reveals the strategic professionalisation of young people into anti-rights agendas. If we want to protect #reprorights, #GenderEquality #HumanRights we must understand the tactics being used to undermine them. www.ipas.org/resource/fut...
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Future-Proofing: The Professionalization of an Anti-Rights Youth Generation - Ipas
The report, Future-Proofing: The Professionalization of an Anti-Rights Youth Generation, examines the recruitment, funding, coordination, and mobilization of young people within anti-rights movements.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Anti-rights movements are rebranding for youth: framing restrictions as “protection” and “tradition” while rolling back decades of progress on SRHR. But young people are fighting back! Read their stories: lnkd.in/d6DMp7Js #YouthRights #SRHR #YouthInAction
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
We know the facts: bans don't stop abortions, they only make them unsafe. While the U.S. moves to further strip away fundamental rights and dignity, the rest of the world cannot stay silent. World leaders: it is time to act. #SheDecides
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Today the US is expected to expand the #GlobalGagRule. With the expected weaponisation of $30billion in foreign assistance - including #humanitarian aid - and the move to prevent vital #DEI healthcare programming, it will cause harm and cost lives. ➡️ Learn more: lnkd.in/eGCWzEcW
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
One year after the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, the message is clear: when rights are under threat, we don’t back down - we step up. In 2026, we will continue to mobilise our collective power to defend the fundamental right to decide.  See how we’re moving forward: lnkd.in/dFxQvgE8
Text: when we partner, innovate, share intelligence, we become an unstoppable force.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Welcome Baroness Chapman, UK Minister of State (International Development, Africa), as a new #SheDecides Champion! Amidst pushback, clear, loud support for #BodilyAutonomy is essential. We welcome the UK’s commitment to #SRHR & #SafeAbortion as essential healthcare and a human right.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Yesterday marked #SafeAbortionDay. As part of an unstoppable movement, #SheDecides stands as part of the global movement to say loud and clear: Safe Abortion is Life-saving Healthcare! #SafeAbortion #Sept28 #ISAD28 #UnstoppableMovement
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
At #UNGA80, world leaders are discussing the #SDGs. With just 5 years left, we're joining with govts & orgs to say loud & clear: #SRHR is non-negotiable for progress on #Health & #GenderEquality. ➡️ Read our joint statement: tinyurl.com/3mu2wv6f #SheDecides #PromiseToProgress
Image with call to action to view the SheDecides Joint Statement "From Promise to Progress"
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
This International Youth Day, three changemakers who are part of #SheDecides Youth Advisory Panel, reflect on the complex realities young people are navigating today. Read the blog: lnkd.in/dh4pRzHj. #IYD2025 #SRHR #YouthInAction @jowery.bsky.social @yieldhub.bsky.social
NAVIGATING THE STORM
Youth SRHR in a
Challenging
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Explore reflections in the blog.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
How do you address new and emerging issues, meet the urgent need to implement the SDGs, and support financial reform? SheDecides joined development partners at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development. ➡️ Explore key reflections: lnkd.in/d5S8gN_Z #FF4D #InvestInSRHR
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at FFD4:
Financing Our Future, Investing in SRHR
Explore reflections in the blog.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Did you see the SheDecides SRHR Youth Digest? In case you missed it, author and researcher Lara shares why the report is a must-read for everyone aiming to advance youth SRHR. Read the blog: tinyurl.com/5t4s8wx9 . #SheDecides #YouthRights #SRHR #ResearchReport
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
New oped! 📖 #SheDecides Champion Minister Aukrust, Minister for International Development, Govt of Norway, speaks up for why investing in #SRHR, including #safeabortion, is critical to achieving the #SDGs. ➡️ Here: bit.ly/4nI4MkX #SRHR #genderequality #safeabortion #sdgs #healthforall
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Global rollback of women's rights puts SDGs at risk | Context by TRF
Sexual and reproductive health and rights are key to achieving development goals and their erosion has clear, serious consequences.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
📕New Report! Need to navigate the latest evidence on youth SRHR? Our inaugural Research Digest is here! It provides summaries & recommendations from literature on adolescents' and young people’s health & wellbeing, so you can use #data & #evidence to inform your advocacy work. ➡️ bit.ly/4nyBgxQ
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
#SheDecides is in Seville for #FfD4, championing investment in #genderequality & #SRHR. It's not just the right thing to do; it's a cornerstone for global sustainable development. 🗓️Join our side event: Financing Our Future: The Economic Case for SRHR, Wed 5PM. www.eventbrite.com/e/financing-...
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Frontline AIDS @frontlineaids.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
📣 Our Frontline AIDS colleagues in Brighton & beyond join this global day of action. Together with our partners, we raise our collective voices to mobilise communities and open dialogue with policy makers. #SupportDontPunish!
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
We're thrilled to announce that today, during #Pride month, @ilgaworld.bsky.social joins as #SheDecides Champion! We're so pleased to partner with ILGA, strengthening our collective voice for #humanrights & accelerating progress on srhr for everyone, everywhere. Together we are stronger!
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Good news from the #UK as MPs voted to decriminalise #abortion, marking the biggest step forward in #reprorights in 60 years! Congrats to the advocates, activists & orgs who worked relentlessly to secure this landmark moment. @msichoices.org @bpas.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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MPs vote to decriminalise abortion in step forward for reproductive rights
Amendment to crime and policing bill will change law to end prosecution of women who terminate pregnancies
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Young people with diverse #SOGIESC are among the most marginalised & excluded members of society. However, everyone regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, should be able to live a life free from discrimination, violence & stigma #Pride plan-international.org/srhr/lgbtiq-...
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LGBTIQ+ inclusion - Plan International
We work with the global LGBTIQ+ community because every young person deserves safety, and equal access to opportunities and services.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Progress for reproductive rights in #Chile! This week the government announced it will present a bill to Congress to decriminalize abortion up to 12 weeks. A crucial step forward for bodily autonomy #abortionishealthcare bit.ly/3SNYPEV
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Chile Government Unveils Bill That Would Fully Legalize Abortion
Chile’s government on Wednesday presented legislation that would allow women to interrupt early-term pregnancies, an attempt to fulfill a pledge by leftist President Gabriel Boric before he leaves off...
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
A must-read from @msichoices.org on why the US aid cuts are a moment to prioritize reproductive health #reprorights #shedecides
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Frontline AIDS @frontlineaids.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
The impacts of the US funding cuts continue to devastate our partners. Support and services for #GBV survivors, run by @nacosanet.bsky.social in South Africa, are suffering the knock-on effects. Read more by @rachelschraer.bsky.social in @the-independent.com ⤵️ www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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How sexual violence survivors in Africa are now collateral damage of Trump’s aid cuts
Rape crisis services are suffering the knock-on effect of US funded HIV services being cut, writes Rachel Schraer
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
24-year-old Fatima spent 18 months sharing the story of Palestinians in #Gaza determined people would listen & care. On the 16 April, she was killed by an Israeli airstrike. Learn more about her story in her final photo diary. Fatima will not be forgotten plan-international.org/case-studies...
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A city of ghosts - Plan International
On 16 April 2025, twenty-four-year-old Fatima Hassouna was killed by an Israeli airstrike, along with ten members of her family.
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Center for Reproductive Rights Europe @reprorightseur.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
#Lithuania’s parliament is debating a bill that would strengthen access to #abortion by mandating care by law, rather than by decree. The bill proposes to: ✅Fund abortion on request up to 12 weeks, longer for exceptions ✅Allow medical abortion via telemedicine ✅Expand access to contraception
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Lithuanian parliament debates free abortion bill
A proposed Reproductive Health Law returned to Lithuania’s parliament on Tuesday, reigniting debate over abortion access...
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
During the latest UN CPD, Germany delivered a strong speech in support of sexual and reproductive health and rights as part of the right to health. Scroll to see key reflections presented. We're excited to see more governments stand up for the right to decide! #ResistTheRollback #SRHR #CPD58
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Even with major pushback at #CPD last week, #SheDecides Champion the UK stood strong for #SRHR & ICPD! Their closing statement: "Universal access to sexual and reproductive health services and reproductive rights are not an abstract debate." Read more: bit.ly/4ijtfci #SRHR #UK
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The UK remains steadfast in our commitment to gender equality, human rights and the Sustainable Development Goals: UK statement at the 58th session of the Commission on Population and Development
Explanation of position by Tara Soomro, UK Ambassador to ECOSOC, at CPD58.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
A powerful moment at #CPD58! Yesterday, 78 nations stood united in support of #SRHR to advance #health, economic growth & address inequalities. In the face of increasing attacks on #reprorights, this show of political solidarity is a beacon of hope. ➡️ bit.ly/42vMoC6 #healthforall #genderequality
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Sexual and reproductive health and rights are essential to achieving gender equality, sustainable development, and social justice #CPD58 #WorldHealthDay
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
"Every woman deserves the freedom to control her body, decide her future, access healthcare & live a life free from violence & discrimination." Read how #abortionrights are vital in advancing health for all in this oped by Isabelle Rome Ambassador at Large for Human Rights, France ➡️ bit.ly/42lDiHE
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Attacks on abortion rights 'catastrophic' for women's health | Context
Rollback of gender equality and attacks on reproductive rights are taking place as other fundamental rights come under pressure
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
To achieve gender equality, we must uphold reproductive rights. Reproductive rights are not up for debate. As pushback increases, we must be louder. Read the op-ed: bit.ly/3DSHZAP. #ReproductiveRights #GenderEquality @devex.com
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
"A ceasefire shields homes, hospitals, schools and playgrounds. When fighting resumes, missile strikes destroy not only these sanctuaries but also lifesaving aid."
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Last week, leading advocates, policymakers, and practitioners come together for the Global Safe Abortion Dialogue at the #CSW69 in New York. Read key reflections from the diverse community championing safe abortion: bit.ly/3Xz2XLB. #ResistTheRollback #SheDecides
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
We are horrified by the return to hostilities in #Gaza. Children in Gaza have suffered enough. We call yet again for constructive engagement by all parties and a permanent #CeaseFireNow.
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Attacks against children and all civilians in Gaza must end - Plan International
Israeli airstrikes overnight have killed at least 300 people, many of them children and women.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
It's simple: we can't have gender equality without safe abortion ✊ So as leaders gather to discuss women’s rights and progress at #Beijing30, we're proud to be part of the #SafeAbortionDialogue, standing together boldly for abortion rights and access.
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shedecides.bsky.social @shedecides.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
"Gender equality is a matter of national interest," Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong underlines. The new International Gender Equality Strategy focuses on SRHR and women's security and financial inclusion - committing a total of A$30 million. #Australia #ForeignPolicy #SRHR
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