Recent legal and cultural developments pertaining to abortion – plus updates on Caring Network’s ever-evolving response.
Lifting women from shame to a place of honor. The debate over when life begins has continued for decades. We know — without a doubt — that a baby’s life begins at conception. However, recognizing the moment when motherhood begins is something altogether different. Marissa* grew up indoctrinated by the rhetoric that abortion is […]
Sarah (not her real name) felt young. Much too young to have a baby. She just moved to the U.S. from another country. Sarah’s boyfriend lived in another state. And they’d only been together for a few months. Termination felt like her only option. When Sarah searched online for an abortion provider, a telehealth appointment […]
Prior to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, abortion was legal in all 50 states in the U.S. Now, however, the legality of the procedure depends on where a woman lives. The circumstances surrounding a woman’s pregnancy can also affect the legality of an abortion in some states. States that ban abortions make exceptions if […]
Abortion isn’t in danger of becoming illegal in Illinois. Governor J.B. Pritzker is known for his pro-abortion stance. He has gone so far as to sign legislation allowing for late-term abortions. He has also repealed legislation requiring minors to inform a parent or a legal guardian before having an abortion. Even so, the state’s pro-choice […]
We recently shared a legislation update regarding Illinois Senate Bill 1909. In a vote on May 10th, the bill passed the House of Representatives and is expected to be signed by Governor Pritzker. Learn more below about what this bill entails and how it may impact the life-saving work of pregnancy centers across the state. […]
There are many reasons why women have an abortion. Lack of financial resources and lack of emotional support from the father of the child and/or other family members are two leading causes. Others include fear of being unable to complete one’s studies, launch a successful career, or climb the career ladder. Furthermore, women who already […]
There have been a lot of legislation updates in the realm of abortion laws recently. It can be difficult to stay on top of all the changes. We’d like to provide you with a few updates as of April 2023. If you live in Illinois and would like to be informed of legislation updates, sign […]
Just after the turn of the new year, there are already changes taking place in legislation and abortion access. Following the Dobbs ruling, much that is taking place regarding abortion laws is happening on the state level. However, recently the FDA finalized a rule that allows for broadened access to the abortion pill by mail. What does […]
Reaching women facing unplanned pregnancy is our priority. In the US, there is disparity between the rates of unintended pregnancies amongst black, Hispanic, and Caucasian populations. The Department of Health and Human Services shares this stat: “In 2011, the percentage of unintended pregnancies was 69% among US Black women, 56% among Latinas, and 42% among White women.” […]
