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Oct 11, 2022 · Unsafe abortion contributes significantly to preventable maternal mortality in the country yet remains the sole option for many young, low-income, and rural women, 1,3 as 75% of Filipino women seeking abortions are financially unable to raise another child.
Jul 19, 2022 · Opponents say it’s time for the Philippines to get rid of “inhumane provisions” in its abortion law and finally decriminalize abortion to save women’s lives.
May 1, 2024 · Developed by the Center for Reproductive Rights and its regional partner, Philippine Safe Abortion Advocacy Network (PINSAN), this brief outlines the impact of abortion laws on Filipinos and advocates for the decriminalization of abortion in the Philippines.
Nov 21, 2022 · Bob Chapek was initially silent on Florida’s controversial bill barring discussions of gender identity in school classrooms. Now he’s saying “Goodbye, Disney.”.
Jan 30, 2023 · For the first time, the Philippine Commission on Human Rights (PCHR) has expressly supported the decriminalization of abortion in the Philippines, marking a historic moment for abortion advocacy in the country.
Feb 29, 2024 · MANILA, 29 February 2024 - Sex education in homes and schools and more adolescent-friendly health services are crucial in the Philippines to address a 35% hike in pregnancies of girls aged 15 and under between 2021 and 2022, Save the Children said.
Jun 2, 2022 · Report to the UPR Working Group by the Center and its partners cites barriers and recommends improvements in access to contraception, maternal health, abortion, and adolescent sex education.
