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ATTN: New Voices followers and supporters! This page is no longer active and will be deleted in the coming weeks. Please be sure to follow us over at New Voices for Reproductive Justice to make sure you stay up to date and informed about the Reproductive Justice movement in Pennsylvania and Ohio.

The ongoing infant formula shortage can be scary for parents and caregivers. Here are the do’s and don'ts of weathering the shortage and making sure that you and your baby stay safe and healthy.

Thank you to Healthy Start, Inc. Pittsburgh/Allegheny County for the information and resources!

To see the full infographic go to http://ow.ly/gKlJ50JRKTl

It’s that and today we’re vibin’ with some Black Girl Magic y’all. Share the joy and love today!

Keeping your personal data safe on the internet is becoming increasingly important and necessary for those seeking abortion care. Be aware of how you utilize apps like period trackers, fitness trackers, and other apps, and think twice about the language you are using on social media.

Phrases such as “I’m looking for somewhere to go camping” and “My home is open to those who want to camp” are no longer safe. Before offering help on the internet and putting yourself and others at risk, make sure your online data is safe and make sure you’re working with already existing abortion funds and networks.

The National Network of Abortion Funds is an excellent resource for those looking to utilize an abortion fund in their area and for those looking to donate or connect with an abortion fund in their area. Learn more at https://abortionfunds.org

The time for change was decades ago when Black women and mamas were being forcibly sterilized. The time for change was when states began finding ways to circumvent Roe v. Wade, even when abortion was legal. The time for change has passed. Now is the time for transformation. For innovation. For respect.

The status quo did not serve us before the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, and it isn’t serving us now. Join the Reproductive Justice movement and demand a future where Racial Justice, Gender Justice, and Environmental Justice join to ensure the holistic health and wellbeing of Black women, girls, and gender-expansive folx. http://ow.ly/Kfcs50JRKyH

Thank you to Governor Tom Wolf for signing an Executive Order today that further protects the right to an abortion in the state of Pennsylvania. Not only does it protect Pennsylvania citizens, it also protects those traveling from other states to receive healthcare. We applaud Governor Tom Wolf for this excellent step in the right direction. New Voices will continue to fight to ensure that abortion access remains safe and legal and accessible in Pennsylvania.

If Black women and birthing individuals in Ohio find themselves in need of abortion care and need to travel into Pennsylvania, our Justice Fund now offers grants to cover travel costs and procedure costs. Learn more and apply today at https://newvoicesrj.org/sayhernamejusticefund

WE NEED YOU! New Voices for Reproductive Justice is expanding our team. We have several open positions including full-time and part-time positions. Check out our job opportunities at https://newvoicesrj.org/jobs and DM us if you have any questions!

Being forced to leave your home state to receive healthcare is an act of state-sanctioned violence. The Justice Fund was created to combat all forms of gender-based and state-sanctioned violence, which is why we expanded it to include funds for abortion care and travel. Grants are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply or share today at http://ow.ly/uFrg50JRKf4

Vice President Kamala Harris sat down with Keke Palmer for the ESSENCE Festival of Culture this week. While we applaud VP Harris for being outspoken about the drastic overreach of the Supreme Court, additional action is required. Being outspoken is no longer enough – abortion access MUST be codified into law at the federal level to protect and save lives.

Watch the full fireside chat at http://ow.ly/tUNh50JRK5l

Evidence continues to show that COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy is safe and effective and is, in most cases, recommended for the safety of mama and the baby. If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor about the benefits of getting vaccinated against . Read more: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/pregnancy.html

While their constituents slept, the Pennsylvania State Senate met at midnight on Friday, July 8 to pass Senate Bill 106 which contains two amendments to the Pennsylvania Constitution, the first proposing that there is no constitutional right to tax-payer funded abortion and the second proposing there is no right to any abortion, paving the way for criminalization.

These covert government proceedings should tell Pennsylvanians what Black women and gender-expansive folx have known for decades: the government often cleaves to the ideals of sexism and white supremacy to hoard power and preserve the status quo.

Read our FULL statement in response to Pennsylvania Senate Bill 106 on our website at https://newvoicesrj.org/abortionaccess

The fight for LGBTQ+ equality and Black q***r liberation doesn’t end with Pride Month. More and more, states and elected officials are coming after our right to love and our right to live our lives as we see fit.

Pride is about standing up for what you believe in, being true to yourself, and persisting despite anyone who would seek to silence you. Practice Pride every month.

Are you registered to vote? REGISTER NOW and create a plan to be ready to vote on November 8th. We have the power to make our voices heard and demand change and voting is one way to do it. Get out and VOICE YOUR VOTE! Text the number below to get registered through your phone in just a few minutes.

A 10-year old r**e victim in Ohio had JUST missed the archaic 6-week deadline to receive an abortion in her home state and was forced to travel to Indiana to receive care. Yet further proof that abortion restrictions harm those with the least power THE MOST.

Ohio's 6-week abortion ban is basically a total abortion ban! "Heartbeat Bills" are cruel and oppressive scams; the majority of people don't even know they are pregnant within the first 6 weeks.

This particular child was fortunate enough to have the resources and the support network to leave the state to receive care. Many other children will not be nearly as fortunate. Their mental and physical health shouldn't be political pawns.

New Voices for Reproductive Justice is working IN Ohio to help pregnant people receive the care they need because we recognize what's happening is gender-based, state-sponsored violence. If you or someone you know is in Ohio has experienced violence, they can apply to the Justice Fund now at https://newvoicesrj.org/sayhernamejusticefund

Check out our incredible Co-Founder, Toni McClendon, aka Grande Dame, in an interview with The Christian Science Monitor about the importance of Reproductive Justice as an arching human-rights framework that goes well beyond abortion access. http://ow.ly/iLs350JPKTT

When we uplift Black women, we uplift all women. New Voices is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of Black women and gender expansive people. This includes abortion access – and much more. The Reproductive Justice movement isn’t seeking to simply reinstate Roe v. Wade, but to create a liberated future where every Black mama, daughter, family, and community can live happy and holistic lives. Help us make this future reality at https://secure.actblue.com/entity/fundraisers/45848

FYI: Children from 6 months to 5 years are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Make sure your child is healthy and protected this summer season and schedule a vaccine appointment for them today. To learn more about the vaccine for your child head to http://ow.ly/mSog50JMPip

Our Voice Your Vote! Project is engaging with Black and LGBTQ+ voters in Philly, Pittsburgh, and Cleveland and they’re hiring for both full- and part-time roles. The November midterm elections will shape local and national politics With so many critical issues on the line, now is the time to get involved. Learn more at https://newvoicesrj.org/jobs

ATTN: New Voices followers and supporters! In an effort to consolidate our social media presence, strengthen our online branding, and engage with constituents on a regional level, we will be moving all of our Facebook activity to New Voices Pittsburgh (soon to be New Voices for Reproductive Justice) on Friday, July 15th. Please be sure to follow that page to stay connected to New Voices and the Reproductive Justice movement in Pennsylvania and Ohio.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us here.

There is no celebration for a country where women and birthing individuals are stripped of their bodily autonomy, where Black pregnant individuals die at a rate of three to four times higher than their white peers, where entire communities do not have access to clean water, air or safe and affordable housing, and where the state sanctions murder and violence against Black bodies. The time to organize and uplift and fight back is now. Join us at https://newvoicesrj.org

Be safe, stay hydrated, and check on your friends and neighbors this 4th of July weekend. Urban Heat Islands increase in severity in the summer, and over holiday weekends where people want to be outside celebrating. Learn more below and know the signs of heat exhaustion.

Black women, girls, and gender-expansive people who are victims of gender-based and state-sanctioned violence are often silenced and left to deal with their own mental, emotional, and physical trauma.

The Justice Fund aims to support these individuals. Grants from the Justice Fund can be used to pay for mental health services, funeral costs, rent payments, and abortion care access.

Apply today or send to someone in need at https://newvoicesrj.org/sayhernamejusticefund

WE’RE HIRING! New Voices is looking for extraordinary people who are dedicated to the Reproductive Justice movement. We have openings in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA and Cleveland, OH. Learn more about open positions at https://newvoicesrj.org/jobs

Congratulations to Gabrielle Jones for her promotion to Community Organizer in Cleveland. Gabby has been with New Voices for years and we know she is destined for great things. Her energy and perseverance is an invaluable asset to New Voices and the Reproductive Justice movement in Ohio.

Check out Deputy Director, Beulah Osueke on this week's episode of Beyond Black History Month regarding the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

‎Beyond Black History Month: Roe v. Wade: what this means for Black women and marginalized communities on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Beyond Black History Month, Ep Roe v. Wade: what this means for Black women and marginalized communities - Jun 24, 2022

Happy Birthday to Thaddeus Walls, our Senior State Manager for Voice Your Vote! in Pennsylvania. Every now and then Thaddeus likes to indulge in his favorite seafood and he enjoys yoga and reading in his spare time. Happy Birthday!

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, Roe was never enough. Legality is not enough when it comes at the price of access and affordability and safety. Maintaining Roe v Wade would have been the bare minimum and, now, with the Supreme Court decision, New Voices is dedicated to fighting for abortion access beyond one court case. Join the movement today at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/newvoicesrjsaveroe

TONIGHT! With abortion access under attack, it's important to use every tool in the Reproductive Justice arsenal. Learn how to get involved in civic activism beyond voting! Tonight’s letter writing webinar was created for young Black girls under age 18 who want to make their voices heard, but all are welcome to attend and learn. This free webinar is open to anyone interested in civic letter writing, regardless of skill or experience. Register NOW at https://bit.ly/3zVuqMo. See you at 7 p.m. tonight!