ARC Longford Coffee for Choice
2018-02-03 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Date: 3 February 2018
Location: Fabiani, Mainstreet, Longford
Longford Abortion Rights Campaign‘s second open Coffee for Choice meeting! Resolve to repeal in the New Year.
Join us for coffee (or tea) as we discuss our plans for the New Year. It’s a great way to get involved in the campaign to repeal the eight amendment. Newcomers a more than welcome to come!

Donegal Brigids Day Information Stalls
2018-02-03 14:00 - 18:00
Join us at our St. Brigid’s day information stalls on February 3rd. We will have stalls at three different locations, and would love if you could join us!
Did you know that the earliest history of St. Brigid tells us that she performed a miraculous abortion? Abortion has been a part of Irish life since Celtic and Medieval Times and is still a part of life today.
Come say hi, talk to us about Repeal and find out how you can get involved!

Dublin Walking Tour - Revolutionary Women of Rathmines
2018-02-04 14:00 - 16:00
Ticket booking and waiting list are now filled up, but you can sign up to receive email updates for future events from Time Travellers for Choice and Abortion Rights Campaign, using ticket link or the Google Form here – https://goo.gl/forms/mHlR8JUdecyvfqyT2. Thank you!
.~ Free event, booking essential ~
Have you wanted to find out more about 49B Leinster Road, the last house owned by Countess Markievicz; as well as the former residences of many other early 20th century Irish suffragettes and revolutionaries in Rathmines, Dublin?
Time Travellers for Choice of the Abortion Rights Campaign are thrilled to announce the first in a series of historical walking tours commemorating the centenary of Irish and British women gaining the right to vote, through the Representation of the People Act of 1918. The suffrage movement of the late 19th century and early 20th century led the way to modern feminism and campaigns for bodily autonomy which include abortion rights; we believe it is important to remember our predecessors in the campaign for gender equality, and to encourage ongoing conversations about human rights and reproductive rights.
The 4th of February this year is the 150th birthday of Countess Markievicz, prominent suffragette and leading figure in the history of Irish independence; and we would like to use this occasion to talk about her residence at 49B Leinster Road in Rathmines Dublin, where she lived from 1912.
We are also going to walk to the former residences of other revolutionary Irish women and comrades who lived in the neighbourhood, including Hanna and Francis Sheehy Skeffington, Grace and Muriel Gifford, Madeline ffrench-Mullen, Kathleen Lynn, Mary Christina Doyle, and James Connolly. As well as the abortion clinic run by Mamie Cadden, the controversial Irish backstreet abortionist during the 1930s-1950s, whose story is being adapted for the stage by the theatre company Idir Mná and is due to open in April this year with funding from the Irish Arts Council.
MEETING POINT & ROUTE:
We will meet at 2pm outside the Rathmines Library, and our provisional route is Rathmines Library – Leinster Road – Grosvenor Place – Belgrave Road. The tour will be about 60 – 90 minutes and we plan to head indoors afterwards for chats and cake.
Please wear comfortable and warm clothes and shoes. The Time Travellers for Choice group will be in 1910s and historical dress.
This is a FREE event, booking required.
(*Update: Ticket booking and waiting list are now filled up, but you can sign up to receive email updates for future events from Time Travellers for Choice and Abortion Rights Campaign, using ticket link or the Google Form here – https://goo.gl/forms/mHlR8JUdecyvfqyT2. Thank you!
We look forward to seeing you!
(Image credit: National Library of Ireland. Photo of Junction in Rathmines, Dublin City, possibly August 1911.)

Corca Dhuibhne For Repeal Meeting
2018-02-05 20:00 - 21:30
First meeting for pro choice/pro repeal people of the Dingle Peninsula, all folks in favour of a pro choice/pro repeal are welcome. Please DM on Facebook or on Twitter or email for further details.

Galway Pro-Choice Open Organisational Meeting
2018-02-07 17:30 - 19:00
Galway Pro-Choice are holding our fortnightly organisational meeting this Wednesday 7th February at 5.30pm in Áras na nGael on Lower Dominick Street.
Do you want to get involved in Galway Pro-Choice? Come join us! We are looking forward to welcoming new and returning members and having your involvement as we head toward a referendum.
We will be: making plans for upcoming events and actions, going over our events of the recent past, discussing pressing issues, and dealing with administrative tasks.
*If this is your first meeting, please arrive at 5.15pm so that some of our members can give you an introduction to our group’s ethos and structure before jumping into the agenda 😊
Galway Pro-Choice (GPC) is a grassroots campaign group which stands for full reproductive freedom and justice for all people in Ireland. For more info visit: http://galwayprochoice.org/. If you have any questions email prochoicegalway@gmail.com or send a message to our Facebook page

Wicklow for Choice: Table Quiz Fundraiser
2018-02-07 19:30
Wicklow for Choice are inviting you down to the Martello in Bray for a fundraiser in aid of our campaign to Repeal the 8th.
Grab a few friends and make a team of four for €40. If you don’t have a team, no worries – there’ll be others to team you up with. If you have your team already sorted then message us to register – you’ll have a shot at an extra prize if you do.
Our Quiz Master for the night Kieren Griffin will be setting you up for a challenge and some laughs along the way.
A referendum has been called so its all systems go! Come down for a night of fun and support the local campaign. There will be some seriously great prizes on the night and the chance to win at our raffle too.
This will be your chance to show your support for the campaign.
You can pick up some badly pro-choice swag too – we’ll have a merchandise stand on the night. Want to get more involved? Have a chat with us between rounds and see how you can help out with the campaign.
Can’t make it yourself? Please share this event with friends who might be interested!

Dublin Information Stall
2018-02-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Grafton Steet, Grafton Street, Dublin, Ireland
Join us at our information stall on Grafton Street, Dublin. Come say hi, talk to us about Repeal and find out how you can get involved!

Athlone Meet Up - Westmeath for Choice
2018-02-12 19:30
Westmeath for Choice will be having our first Athlone meet up in the bar of the Prince of Wales Hotel at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome.
This will be an informal meeting, we are still in the setting up.
Please contact the page, or Mary on 0860754005 if you have any questions.

Valentine's Day Dublin City Repeal Info Stall + Collection
2018-02-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Grafton Steet, Grafton Street, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and Time Travellers for Choice at our special Valentine’s Day information stall on Grafton Street, Dublin. Come say hi, talk to us about Repeal, donate and find out how you can get involved in the referendum campaign.
Also last chance to pick up our exclusive Pro-Choice Valentine’s cards!
We will be around Leinster House/Kildare Street from 1pm to around 1.30pm, and on Grafton Street from about 1.30pm to 4pm.

Tipp For Choice: Repeal The 8th Open Meeting
2018-02-15 19:00 - 20:30
Do you support a change to Ireland’s ban on abortion?
Do you think we should trust women?
Is it time for you to get involved?
Join us at 7pm on Thursday 15th February at the Green Sheep Cafe, Friar St, Thurles for chats and a chance to join the campaign. You can find out more about the upcoming referendum, volunteer your time, or help us by sharing what you know about activism and campaigns.
Meet other prochoice Tipp people as we work together to repeal the 8th!
All prochoice people welcome – no commitment necessary!

Dublin South Central Launch Night
2018-02-16 19:30 - 21:30 | cafe du jour, Cork Street, Dublin, Ireland
A referendum to repeal the 8th amendment is finally coming we need you to get involved to get a resounding YES vote in Dublin South Central.
Join us for the launch of our referendum campaign with special guests
Senator Lynn Ruane (Independant)
Pauline Sargent (N.W.C.I. & Dublin South Central Repeal)
Dr. Peadar O Grady (Doctors for Choice & Dublin South Central Repeal)
Marianne Farrelly (Parents for Choice & Dublin South Central Repeal)
Arlette Lyons (T.F.M.R. & Leanbh Mo Chroi)
Sinead Williams (Lawyers for Choice)
The meeting will be chaired by Bríd Smith TD for Dublin South Central and memeber of Joint Oireachtas Commitee on the 8th amendment.
Our volunteers will be on hand to sign people up for canvas teams in their local areas of Dublin South Central.
Come on down get involved and lets get Repealing!!!

ARC Fingal Open Meeting+ Canvassing Training
2018-02-17 09:30 - 17:00
Do you live in Fingal North Dublin? Have you decided to join / joined the fight for reproductive justice and to vote to Repeal the 8th Amendment in the upcoming referendum? Do you want to know more about what you can do to be part of this step forward?
Fingal North Dublin Abortion Rights Campaign will hold an open meeting Saturday 17th February, followed by a canvassing training workshop. This event is aimed at people looking to get active and those already actively organising to Repeal the 8th.
This event will address the following questions:
-What is the historical and contemporary context of reproductive justice in Irish society?
-Who are The Abortion Rights Campaign and how do we organise?
-Who is active already in my area and how do I link in with them?
-What advice, lessons, techniques do experienced canvassers have to share with us?
-What sorts of questions will people ask when I am canvassing them?
This event will be ticketed so keep an eye on our event notice and Facebook page to be sure to book a place.
Location and further details to be announced.

Meath for Choice Canvas Training - Kells
2018-02-18 09:00 - 11:00
Canvas and Education training for all interested in campaigning to repeal the 8th in Meath. Even if you don’t want to be on the front line canvas, come along to learn more and meet like-minded repealers, and find out other ways to help us.
To RSVP and more information please email meathforchoice@gmail.com

Dublin Open Meeting
2018-02-19 19:00 - 21:00
Who do you think should make the decision to continue or end a pregnancy? The Constitution or a person in consultation with their doctor?
Do you want to get involved in the Abortion Rights Campaign and the campaign to #repealthe8th in 2018?
Come along to our Dublin Open Meeting and find out more about the campaign.
All welcome, no commitment necessary.

ARC Clare Open Information Evening with Catholics for Choice
2018-02-19 19:00 - 21:00
Abortion Rights Campaign Clare is excited to announce that Jon O’Brien, President of Catholics for Choice (CFC), will be the keynote speaker at an abortion information evening in Ennis on 19th February. This major public event, at 7pm at the Old Ground Hotel, will launch Abortion Rights Campaign Clare’s campaign to Repeal the 8th Amendment.
CFC was founded in 1973 to serve as a voice for Catholics who believe the Catholic tradition supports a woman’s moral and legal right to follow her conscience in matters of sexuality and reproductive health. CFC advocates for a world where abortion is safe, legal and truly accessible.
In a recent Irish Times article, Jon O’Brien wrote: “Irish Catholics stand by women and trust them to be moral agents of their own lives. It is important that Catholic voices be heard – because so many of us know in our hearts that repealing the Eighth Amendment is the right thing to do.”
Also speaking will be Jenni Owen Thomas of Parents for Choice in Pregnancy and Childbirth, who argue that people should become parents by choice, and not because they have no other option. Jenni will speak about how the 8th Amendment affects parents and families in Ireland.
Suzanne Leen and Michelle May from AIMS Ireland (Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services) will give a joint presentation about the adverse effects of the 8th Amendment on maternity services in Ireland. AIMS Ireland campaigns for and promotes informed choice and autonomy for women in all realms of maternal health.
A member of Abortion Rights Clare will update on the group’s first year of activity, and will look ahead to plans for campaigning in the run-up to the referendum in May/June to Repeal the 8th Amendment.
Finally, the discussion will be opened up to the floor during a Question & Answer session. We look forward to seeing you there. Please help us spread the word!

Wexford Open Organising Meeting
2018-02-20 19:00
Pro Choice Wexford welcome the decision by government to hold a referendum on the repeal of the eighth amendment of the constitution with the likely date being the end of May.
It is essential that every woman has access to a free, safe, legal abortion and aftercare with the help of medical professionals. Repealing the eighth amendment will allow legislation to be drawn up to ensure this.
We will be holding an open meeting on February 20th in Coolcotts Community Centre @ 7 pm where we welcome anyone who would like to know more about the upcoming referendum and get involved in the campaign.

Dublin: Repeal Pub Quiz hosted by Panti
2018-02-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Pantibar, 7-8 Capel Street, Dublin, Ireland
Queen of Ireland Panti Bliss will MC our Repeal-themed pub quiz in her Pantibar palais on Wednesday February 21st at 8pm sharp.
There will be fun, there will be frolics, there will be a raffle, there will be pro-choice shenanigans, it’ll be fab! Tables of 4 at €40 are on sale on the Eventbrite link. And if you can’t get a table together come along early on the night and we will hustle you on one of our limited lucky dip tables at €10 per person, you’ll be in great pro-Choice company.
So join us, we would love to see you there and all funds raised on the night go to the Abortion Rights Campaign.
Quiz will start at 8pm sharp so get there in good time (tables may not be ready on arrival).

Drogheda ARC Organising Meeting
2018-02-22 20:00 - 22:00
Location: Sarsfield’s Bar, Drogheda
Time: 8pm
Organised by Drogheda Abortion Rights Campaign

Limerick: Repeal LK Training Day
2018-02-25 09:30 - 17:30
Repeal LK are delighted to announce a Pro-Choice training day taking place in Pery’s Hotel, Glentworth street, Limerick on Sunday, February 25th, from 9:30am – 5:30pm.
The purpose of the training is to give attendees the opportunity to learn more about the Limerick Repeal Campaign and how they can get involved and help us win the upcoming referendum.
The training will comprise of 4 sessions:
1, Legal aspects and the history of the eighth amendment
2, Campaign messaging and how to talk about Repeal
3, Canvassing – Canvassing experiences from Yes Equality Limerick
4, Self care and mindfulness
This training day is free of charge, the venue is wheelchair accessible and has disabled toilets.
To book a place please email: repeallkoutreach@gmail.com
Places are limited.

Talking About the 8th: Workshop for Migrants & Ethnic-minorities
2018-02-25 10:30 - 16:30 | 14 Mount Street Upper, 14 Mount Street Upper, Dublin, Ireland
This workshop specifically for migrants and ethnic minorities will help you develop skills to confidently talk about repealing the 8th amendment.
Location: 14 Mount Street Upper, Dublin
It’s free, but please RSVP on the Eventbrite page so we know how many people to expect.

Cork Information Stall
2018-02-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Patrick Street, Patrick Street, Cork, Ireland
The referendum to repeal the 8th amendment is getting closer so its time to get back on the streets spreading the truth about why this is so important for women in Ireland.
Drop by to say hello or stay to help for a while.

Lawyers for Choice Open Meeting - Dublin
2018-02-26 18:30
Lawyers for Choice Ireland first open meeting of 2018. With the referendum fast approaching, we’d like to take an opportunity to engage with those interested in engaging with legal arguments for repealing the 8th amendment. Items discussed at this meeting with include campaign strategies, and legal arguments that you can use canvassing. Come along to Trinity College’s Arts Block (the building at the Nassau St. entrance to the university) on the 26th of February at 18.30pm to learn more. The meeting will be in Room 3126, on the third floor of the building. Don’t worry if you’re unfamiliar with the building, we will have someone on hand to show you the way!
The arts block is an accessible building, there is a ramp into the building both from the Nassau St. entrance as well as the college-side entrance, and there are lifts to each floor.
If you have any questions, please reach out.

Belfast - What would Repeal mean for us?
2018-03-03 14:00 - 15:30 | Lúnasa, 44-46 King Street, BT1 6AD Belfast, Belfast, Ireland
This panel discussion will focus on the impact of a successful Repeal referendum on Northern Ireland. What effect will it have on our political parties? Should we prepare for a backlash? How should the abortion rights campaign groups respond? If abortion becomes more accessible on the island, will the campaign in the North lose momentum? What must we do to capitalise on this and use it to push for abortion rights north of the border? Come and join members of the Rally for Choice organising team and a panel of experts for this lively discussion event.
Joining us on our panel of seasoned activists will be our very own Elaine Crory who is also a member of Hollaback Belfast and BFN; Emily Waszak, a founding member of MERJ (Migrants and Ethnic-Minorities for Reproductive Justice) and Strike 4 Repeal; Kellie Turtle from WRDA (Women’s Resource and Development Agency) and the Belfast Feminist Network.
The venue is fully accessible and the event is family friendly with games, colouring and supervision for children.

ARC Clare Planning Meeting - Ennis
2018-03-06 19:00 - 21:00
Location: Rowan Tree, Ennis
Time: 7pm
Are you pro-choice? Do you want to help to #repealthe8th in Clare? Come to the Abortion Rights Campaign Clare planning meeting Tuesday March 6th and see how you get involved. All pro-choice people welcome 🙂

Limerick - Repeal LK Open Meeting
2018-03-06 20:00 - 22:00
Interested in canvassing or volunteering for the Repeal Campaign in Limerick? Then come along to the Repeal LK open meeting Tuesday 6th March in Pery’s Hotel.
This event is aimed at anyone interested in canvassing – or volunteering in any capacity – for the Repeal Campaign in Limerick. The event is free and running from 8pm onwards.
Canvassing training will be provided during the meeting.
Venue is wheelchair accessible.

Votes for Repeal 2018 - Rally + March
2018-03-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Garden of Remembrance, Parnell Square East, Dublin 1, Dublin , Ireland
Organised by the Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment
In 1918, they took to the streets for ‘Votes For Women’
100 years later on International Women’s Day 2018 we will follow the women and men who went before us and take to the streets for #VotesForRepeal Together we will march from the Garden of Remembrance to the Dáil in what we hope will be the last march before we repeal the Eighth Amendment from the Irish Constitution.
Join Us and Be Part of History.

Offaly for Choice Launch
2018-03-08 19:00 - 21:00
Join Offaly for Choice for their official launch on Thursday March 8th at 7pm in the Bridge House Hotel in Tullamore.
There will be a number of speakers setting out their reasons to vote repeal.

Yoga for Choice Fundraiser
2018-03-10
The elbowroom and the Abortion Rights Campaign are hosting a full day of yoga classes, with all proceeds going directly to the Repeal the 8th campaign.
Come move, flow, breathe, lengthen, strengthen, and let go, all in the knowledge that your ticket price is going directly towards a more compassionate, humane reproductive healthcare system in Ireland.
All classes cost €15. Mats and props are provided so all you need to do is bring yourself in comfortable clothing. Links to book classes below
Choose from a range of different classes throughout the day:
12.30 – 13.30: Moonteoir – Empowering Yoga for Women with Máirín O Grady
Moonteoir is a flowing practice of connection to our Yoni Shakti – our source energy.

Find out more details and book your ticket here:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/moonteoir-empowering-yoga-for-women-with-mairin-ogrady-tickets-43195371519
13.45 – 14.45: Ashtanga Vinyasa with Ewa Szczupak
Ashtanga yoga improves circulation, calms the mind, and strengthens the body.
Find out more details and book your ticket here:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ashtanga-vinyasa-yoga-with-ewa-szczupak-tickets-43200256129
15.00 – 16.00: Acroyoga with Deirdre Murphy (Beginners welcome)
Mixing softness with strength, body work with working bodies, and good intentions with practising communications. Helps to build trust in yourself and other people, and most importantly, it is pure craic!
Find out more details and book your ticket here:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/acroyoga-with-deirdre-murphy-beginners-welcome-tickets-43200645293
16.15 – 17.15: Yin Yoga with Miriam Needham
Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga that targets the deeper connective tissues of the body. Poses are held for longer periods of time (anywhere from 3-10 minutes), facilitating a more meditative experience.
Find out more details and book your ticket here:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/yin-yoga-with-miriam-needham-tickets-43201158829
17.30 – 18.30: Dynamic Yoga Flow with Susie Murray
This class will take you through a series of focused, progressive postures to help reshape muscles, increase strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
Find out more details and book your ticket here:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/dynamic-yoga-flow-with-susie-murray-tickets-43201366450‘
Peace, love, and pro-choice solidarity,
Abortion Rights Campaign & The elbowroom xo

Kilkenny Chats for Choice
2018-03-10 11:00
Kilkenny for Choice are hosting an informal open meeting for anyone interested in door to door canvassing with us. Everyone is welcome, even if you’ve never canvassed before, we will be providing training at a later date.
We will be in Costa in the food court at 11am. Come along for a cuppa and a chat!

Mayo Pro-Choice Coffee Morning
2018-03-10 11:00 - 13:00
Please join Mayo Pro-Choice for your elevenses and a chat in Nokey’s, Castlebar. We want to meet our friends and allies in a relaxed setting, talk about the coming weeks, and make connections. We are meeting in Nokey’s to allow people who have children to bring them along to a safe environment.

Our aim is to be visible in our community, and to be available for anyone who wants to Ask Us About Repeal.mYou can pop in for 5 minutes or 55 minutes, whatever suits you. We would love to meet you 🙂
