“Defunding” Planned Parenthood, Title X, and You
An ideological battle in Congress means we have to fight tooth and nail to save health care for millions
Fighting for Maternal Health and Rights Means Acting on the Helms Amendment
Almost 800 women die every day due to complications during pregnancy and childbirth. That is close to 300,000 maternal deaths annually.
April 10, 2015
Helms Amendment: A U.S. Policy that Restricts Women’s Abortion Access Around the Globe
The Helms Amendment has been restricting women’s access to much-needed health care for more than 40 years around the world. Here is what you need to know about this harmful policy, and what can be done about it.
Jan. 15, 2015
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.
16 Days of Activism: Helms Hurts, But Our Generation Can Help
As students and advocates, we’re excited to see international progress on women’s rights. But a policy known as the Helms Amendment undermines efforts to improve women’s health around the world — including for victims of violence.
Dec. 1, 2014