Black History Month for White People
If you’re white and sitting here thinking, “but how can I celebrate Black History Month? This isn’t for me,” I get it.
Violence Against Women Act controversy? It’s not controversial
First passed in 1994 with broad bipartisan support, and reauthorized TWICE since with improved protections, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a critical law that has had a tremendous impact on reducing the national rate of intimate partner violence. One would think that passing a bill that works to ensure women are safe and healthy would be a no brainer, but that was not the case last year. Lawmakers in Congress failed to come to an agreement to reauthorize VAWA. More specifically, the House refused to pass an inclusive VAWA bill that meets the needs of all victims, including Native Americans, immigrants, and LGBT victims.
July 17, 2013
One Billion Rising Urges the Passing of the Violence Against Women Act
This Valentine’s Day, Planned Parenthood affiliates and organizations across the country are sending a strong message to members of Congress: we must put an end to violence against women.
July 16, 2013
Be a PP Defender
Defenders are a core group of supporters who have said they'll give their time to defend Planned Parenthood, the health services they provide, and the people who rely on them — in what just may be the fight of our lives.
Great News: The Violence Against Women Act is the Law of the Land
After two years of back-and-forth, the comprehensive Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) has finally become a reality.
July 2, 2013
Speak Out for Access to Birth Control
Tell the administration and your members of Congress: "Don't let my boss decide whether my birth control is covered!"
No "Gag Rule" — Speak Out Now!
Tell the administration #nogagrule! The dangerous rule is designed to block millions of people from care at Planned Parenthood health centers.
Protect Coverage for Abortion
Tell HHS to reject a proposal to push health insurance plans to drop coverage of abortion.