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On September 28, International Safe Abortion Day, we celebrated our very first in-person event, ‘Celebrating Choice’ and also simultaneously launched our first podcast. So, without further ado, we’d like to introduce our online community to our limited-series podcast, Let’s Talk Abortion.💜🎧☕️ Despite being decriminalized in Canada for over 36 years, stigma and access issues still remain, so let’s talk about it. Through engaging conversations with experts and advocates, we’re unpacking key topics like: ✨ Abortion Access in Canada 💊 Medication and Procedural Abortion 🏳️⚧️ Gender-Affirming Abortion Care 🏛️ Abortion in Prisons 🪶 Indigenous Perspectives on Abortion ⚖️ Politics and the History of Abortion Care in Canada Join us as we explore these vital intersections of healthcare, social justice, and reproductive rights. Let’s keep the abortion conversation out in the open, because healthcare should never occur in the shadows. Subscribe to *Let’s Talk Abortion* now and join the conversation! 💜☕️ New episodes available weekly with the next episode releasing this Saturday (Nov 9). 🗓️ Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This podcast series was made possible thanks to support from Oxfam Canada Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada and McMaster University. Cover by the incredibly talented Jules Monson🎨🖌️

🌟 At missINFORMED, we’re committed to advancing conversations on reproductive health that prioritize access, equity, and inclusivity. Our panel, “Imagining the Next Chapter for Abortion Care in Canada,” brought together trailblazing experts and advocates to explore the current landscape and envision future possibilities for abortion care across Canada. Our panelists, Willow Paul, Natasha Hines, Clark MacIntosh, Dr. A.J. Lowik, and Nora Ahmadi, shared powerful insights on the importance of gender-affirming, trauma-informed, and intersectional care. Together, they highlighted key advancements and systemic challenges while fostering solutions for an inclusive future. Watch the full panel here: https://lnkd.in/g56k2Wnr #ReproductiveHealth #AbortionCare #GenderInclusive #missINFORMED This panel was made possible through funding contributions from Oxfam Canada.

Today, the Federal Government introduced new rules to prevent charitable organizations from spreading misinformation about abortion care. This is an important step towards safeguarding reproductive rights and ensuring access to accurate, unbiased information for all. "We commend the federal government for taking this important step," says Meghan Doherty, Co-Director of Policy and Advocacy at Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights. "We also recognize that policies like this must be paired with improved access to quality public health and education services.”  Action Canada applauds this move, but it’s only part of the solution. We're calling on leaders to also support local sexual health clinics, universal contraception and meaningful investments in comprehensive sex-ed. Image: missINFORMED Full statement: https://lnkd.in/gftRdPAX

🚨 Call for Applications: Treasurer and Board Members at missINFORMED! 🚨 We are excited to announce an opportunity to join the Board of Directors at missINFORMED, an organization dedicated to advancing health equity and health literacy through evidence-based resources and advocacy. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill the roles of Treasurer and General Board Members. Treasurer (Board Member) As our Treasurer, you will ensure financial integrity and accountability while contributing to the strategic direction of missINFORMED. Key responsibilities include financial oversight, budget management, and policy development. If you have a strong background in financial management, nonprofit accounting, and a commitment to advancing health equity, we want to hear from you! General Board Members We are also seeking dynamic individuals with lived experience in health and wellbeing, particularly those who understand the intersectional challenges faced by women and gender-diverse individuals. Your insights will help shape initiatives that foster health literacy and community engagement. Why Join Us? - Collaborate with like-minded individuals who are passionate about health equity and feminist principles. - Contribute to meaningful change in the lives of structurally vulnerable communities. - Be part of a supportive and inclusive board environment. How to Apply Interested candidates can learn the full scope of the responsibilities and expectations of both roles and apply here: https://lnkd.in/ej_XN7q . Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled, so don't delay! For any questions or additional information, please reach out to us at info@missinformed.ca. Join us in our mission to promote health equity and make a lasting impact in our communities! 💚✨ #missINFORMED #BoardMembers #HealthEquity #NonprofitLeadership

Taking place tomorrow, May 2, at 7 p.m. EDT, missINFORMED's live panel discussion will be bringing together reproductive health leaders to envision a more equitable, accessible, and inclusive landscape for abortion care in Canada. 🔗 Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/44q1hGD

T-2 days until our webinar. ⏰ Spots are limited so secure your registration as soon as you can.✨ Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsrf3DeY

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Join 50 others who have already registered for our webinar panel 'Imagining the Next Chapter for #AbortionCare in Canada' on Thursday, May 2. Secure your spot today 🎟 https://lnkd.in/gsrf3DeY

Join us on May 2 for an overdue discussion on #AbortionCareinCanada. 🌐 ✨ Imagining the Next Chapter for #AbortionCare in Canada: Pathways to Access and Equity Engage with the next generation of reproductive health leaders and visionaries in our live #missINFORMED panel webinar. Let's break down systemic barriers and shine an intersectional light on these issues to pave the way for a more accessible, secure, and safer future for abortion care. 🤝 🗓 Thursday, May 2, 2024 ⏰ 4pm PDT / 7pm EDT / 8pm ADT 📍 Zoom Webinar The webinar will last 1.5 hours. English captions will be provided. Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsrf3DeY #reproductivecare #healthcare #reproductivehealthcare #gynecologicalcare #webinar #panel

This #IWD, we're thrilled to unveil our #AbortionCareinCanada Project! Over the next few months, we'll be releasing resources about abortion in Canada and hosting one-of-a-kind events with abortion experts. #ReproductiveJustice🍁 We want to set the stage for this project by starting with the basic #abortioncare terminology to help guide you through the resources that will roll out over the next several months. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/edgV2RSH