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Press Release
Amnesty International Response to Supreme Court Ruling in Case Challenging the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act
Abortion is a human right, for all people, everywhere. While today’s decision is a temporary relief, it is not a victory for people who can get pregnant.
June 27, 2024
Update
Abortion Rights in the USA: An Interview with Tarah Demant, AIUSA’s Director of Programs
AIUSA’s Director of Programs Tarah Demant talks about the impact of abortion bans and why the hope and resilience of activists across the country spurs her on.
June 24, 2024
Press Release
Two Years Post-Roe, U.S. Continues Backsliding on Abortion, Depriving Millions of Human Rights
Abortion is a human right and a vital part of health care. All pregnant people, no matter who they are or where they live, must have the freedom to make their own healthcare decisions, including whether to carry a pregnancy to term, without government interference.
June 20, 2024
Press Release
Amnesty International Response to Supreme Court Retaining Availability of Mifepristone
All people have the human right to the highest attainable standard of health, including the medication they need. This decision will ensure that, for now, fewer people will be blocked from accessing mifepristone and medication abortions.
June 13, 2024
Press Release
Social Media Companies’ Removal of Abortion-Related Content May Hinder Access to Accurate Health Information
Companies need to take transparent steps to ensure that their users are able to access abortion-related information on their platforms, and that members of civil society are given adequate explanation for any content that is removed.
June 11, 2024
Report
Obstacles to Autonomy: Post-Roe Removal of Abortion Information Online
After the overturn of Roe v. Wade, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok are removing abortion-related content from reproductive health and rights organizations.
June 10, 2024
Press Release
Morocco: Criminalization of Abortion Has Devastating Impact on the Rights of Women and GirlsÂ
The Moroccan state is failing to meet its obligations to ensure accessible, affordable and good quality sexual and reproductive health services, including abortion.
May 14, 2024
Press Release
Poland: Vote to Amend Law Is Significant Step Towards Providing Access to Safe and Legal Abortion Â
By approving these four amendments, Poland’s parliament has taken a significant step towards ending Poland’s cruel and draconian restrictions on access to abortion.
April 12, 2024
Press Release
Amnesty International Response to Ruling by Arizona Supreme Court for Near-Total Abortion Ban
Today’s decision is a reminder to all of us to get out there and fight for the human right to abortion. The decision to carry a pregnancy to term is personal, and it is not the role of government to interfere.
April 9, 2024
Press Release
Amnesty International USA Reaction to AHM v. FDA: Access to Abortion is a Human RightÂ
Laws restricting access to safe abortion violate the human rights of women and people who can get pregnant. Those who are already marginalized are disproportionately affected by such laws.
March 25, 2024
Press Release
France: Enshrining Abortion in the Constitution “a Bulwark Against Anti-Rights Movements”Â
The United States should take notice: Protecting the human right to abortion can, and must be done.
March 4, 2024
Press Release
France: Senate Vote on Recognizing Abortion in the Constitution Will Be “Decisive Step”
This is an historic opportunity for France to stand up for women, girls and people who may be pregnant, and a source of hope for those who are defending the right to abortion around the world.
February 28, 2024