Author: Marilyn Parsons

Congregational Stand on Reproductive Justice

UPDATE: The proposed Stand was approved at the May 2023 Congregational Meeting!
Advocates for Women is looking forward to providing you opportunities to promote Reproductive Justice for all!
Proposed Stand: Reproductive Justice is a Fundamental Human Right

The fragile state of Reproductive Justice in our country has been … read more.

The Lobby Room: Our Best Year Yet!

Thanks to the congregation, we had a great year in the Lobby Room with over 3100 legislative contacts reported! Some highlights of the legislation are described below. The Lobby Room is a collaboration between EUUC Social Justice Committees, specifically Advocates for Women, Peace & Justice, and … read more.

2023 Reproductive Justice Stand

Stand Resolution: Reproductive Justice is a Fundamental Human Right
Stand Statement

Our UU principles call us to act for justice, equity and compassion in human relations, and to support the inherent worth and dignity of every person. In accordance with these principles, we support Reproductive Justice as … read more.

Advocates for Women Events

Upcoming

For more information contact Advocates for Women

September and October 2023

9/4    Monday, 6-7:30 pm A4W Monthly Meeting, via Zoom

10/1  Sunday, 11:45 am-1:15 pm  A4W Monthly Meeting, RE 1/2 and Zoom

October Sunday Offering: Open Arms Perinatal Services (A4W nominated)

10/15 Sunday, 4-5 pm Letter … read more.

What’s so bad about Crisis Pregnancy Centers?

If you’ve been around the reproductive justice movement at all, you’ve probably heard the term “crisis pregnancy center.” Not just an annoyance, crisis pregnancy centers do real harm to real people. Here’s a rundown of what’s bad about them.

What harm do CPCs do?

Crisis pregnancy centers … read more.

The 2023 Lobby Room Heats Up!

Many challenges await the 2023 state legislature’s 105-day budget session, which starts January 10. Let’s build on our past successes to promote those bills that our mission and UU principles guide us to support. Only one week later, bills are beginning to move quickly, so … read more.