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WHMC Seminar Series – “Reproductive Justice Work at UNC”
November 3, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
In collaboration with the SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective and the Center for Health Equity Research at UNC, the Women’s Health Multidisciplinary Consortium cordially invites you to join us for Reproductive Justice Week at UNC. Together, we are hosting three events that will provide a broad view of reproductive justice and reproductive health.
WHMC Seminar Event:
Thursday, November 3rd 12-1pm
Seminar on Reproductive Justice Work at UNC
This is part of the monthly Women’s Health Research Seminar Hot Topic Series presented by the WHMC. All are welcome to attend!
Speakers and Talk Titles:
Dr. Kavita Arora: “Equitable Postpartum Permanent Contraception.”
Dr. Abigail English: “Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice for Adolescents and Young Adults in a Post-Roe Era.”
Dr. Kristin Tully: “Respectful, Equitable, and Supportive Postpartum Care”
ALL ARE WELCOME. To attend the SisterSong-led workshops, please register using the this link: go.unc.edu/LetsTalkRJ. To ensure there is enough space for everyone, please register ASAP to reserve your spot.
Reproductive Justice Week Events with SisterSong and CHER:
Wednesday November 2nd 3-5:30pm:
SisterSong Workshop: “What is Reproductive Justice: An interactive workshop presented by SisterSong about the history, practice, and advocacy of reproductive justice for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.”
This is a didactic course with Q&A included. The educational event will be in-person and led by SisterSong.
Thursday November 3rd 3-5:30pm:
SisterSong Discussion Panel: “An informal panel discussion with birthing, post-partum, and abortion doulas working with diverse populations”
This panel is focused on person-centered reproductive health advocacy. The panel will include a diverse group of 4 doulas that support incarcerated women, LGBTQ individuals, abortion care, labor, and delivery.
In-person event only and led by SisterSong.
Thank you for your continued support of women’s health at UNC. We hope to see you at these events!
Sincerely,
The WHMC Planning Committee