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…But Almost No One Can Access It. What now?

Dear Pissed Off Peaches, reproductive justice family, and allies:

We’ve been preparing for this time, but it’s still incredibly tough. In June 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade; then on July 20, a federal court allowed Georgia’s early abortion ban (HB 481) to go into effect immediately. Abortion-rights advocates are now suing to stop the ban in state court, but for now, Georgians’ abortion access is tied up in the judicial process, and abortion is all but banned for the duration of the legal process. Right now, we might feel like everything is against us. Yet we are not alone — 70% of Georgians support abortion access! So we are not just going to defend abortion rights from further restriction, or even be content with solely reversing HB 481. We know the rights we have on paper have always been restricted in practice, not truly accessible, for so many people. #WeDeserveMore

Right-wing politicians try to divide us with economic exploitation and racist rhetoric, robbing our schools and services while leaving us to fight for crumbs. But Black, brown, and white Georgians alike deserve abundance, a world where we can all decide what is best for our own bodies, families, and futures. So that’s what we’re going to build.

Now is the time to repeal the dozens of unjust abortion laws in Georgia; to guarantee that no one will be imprisoned for a wanted abortion; and to pass policy changes that help us actually access abortions when we need them, free of bias or barriers, and start families and raise children on our own terms.

Take the next step RIGHT NOW to show up for abortion access + build reproductive justice in Georgia.

What can I do TODAY to make change?

1. State Advocacy - You belong here! Join the reproductive justice campaign to replace Georgia’s abortion restrictions with real abortion access. Sign up for the next action opportunity at tinyurl.com/GeorgiaRFA.

What else?

After you’ve signed up for the Georgia campaign, also try…

1. Mutual aid - Donate time and money to Georgia’s only abortion fund & practical support network: arc-southeast.org.

2. Civic engagement - Organize your people to vote in 2024’s elections, and vote your RJ values. Voting is open October 15-November 5 and there are important races all up and down the ballot – including local and state lawmakers, not just the President and Congress. Find your polling place, and the candidates and amendments you’ll be voting on, at Georgia’s My Voter Page.

3. State advocacy - Demand the Reproductive Freedom Act (RFA). Tell your legislators that you support reproductive freedom in our state and that you want all abortion restrictions repealed. Send your letter now.

4. Exponential growth - Share this page and get 2 friends to take these actions along with you!

Abortion Can’t Wait - Telehealth and more

Despite COVID-19, Georgia clinics remain open to provide abortion care to Georgians and folks traveling from out of state. The Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice community is remaining vigilant against potential attacks against abortion care, working with our allies to affirm that abortion care is essential, time-sensitive, and life-saving.

Where Can I Get an Abortion in Georgia?

Need Support Paying For Your Abortion?

There are organizations who provide financial and logistical support for people seeking abortions. Click below to learn more.

How Can I Support Abortion Access in Georgia?

What is the Current Status of Georgia’s 6-Week Ban?

On October 7, 2024, the Supreme Court of Georgia reimplemented the early abortion ban (HB 481) when it granted the State Attorney General’s request for a “stay” – an order to keep the ban in place while the current lawsuit against it proceeds through the court system. With the ban back in place, most Georgians, once again, can only get abortion care up until embryonic cardiac activity is detectable (normally around 6 weeks into pregnancy). 

Previously on September 30, a lower court, the Fulton County Superior Court, had ruled to overturn the ban on the grounds that it violated pregnant people’s right to privacy, liberty, and equal protection under the law guaranteed by the Georgia constitution. However, the Attorney General filed to appeal that ruling with the Georgia Supreme Court, and also requested a stay of the ruling, which was granted on October 7. The ban will remain in place unless the Georgia Supreme Court’s final ruling declares that HB 481 cannot be enforced. The Georgia Supreme Court has not announced when it will issue a decision.

Press

Georgia, Alabama Advocates to Would-Be Boycotters: Don’t Write Us Off, Rewire News (May 22, 2019)

Women come to her to find out if they can legally have an abortion, The Lily (May 22, 2019)

Abortion activists rally in Georgia as state approves bans, AJC (May 21, 2019)

Where to Donate and How to Help Keep Abortion Legal, Teen Vogue (May 19, 2019)

As Abortion Restrictions Sweep the South, Look to Southerners to Lead, Truthout (May 17, 2019)

You Can Still Get An Abortion In Alabama & Georgia, Refinery 29 (May 16, 2019)

What You Can Do to Help Women in States With Extreme Abortion Bans, The Cut (May 16, 2019)

Abortion Care Is Still Legal in Georgia, Rewire News (May 13, 2019)

Abortion bans don’t need to go into effect to cause harm, VICE (May 10, 2019)

Georgia Governor signs restrictive ‘heartbeat’ abortion ban, The Public’s Radio (May 7, 2019)

NAPAWF Georgia Photo Journal

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