Explaining the Joint Oireachtas Committee Votes
On Wednesday 13 December, the Joint Oireachtas Committee voted on what they wanted to recommend to the government. The voting process was a bit complicated, and there was some confusion…
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Our Annual Report 2015
2015 was an incredible year for the Abortion Rights Campaign. We saw our membership grow significantly, our partnership with international groups strengthen, and our activities in regional Ireland increase. From…
The Defenders of Life: Pro-Choice Activism in Honduras and Ireland
by Molly Cyr Rarely do activists have the opportunity to openly share and learn from their siblings who are working on similar issues in different countries or regions. However, when…
Explainer: What actually happened at the Citizens’ Assembly?
The Citizens’ Assembly had their final meeting on the 8th Amendment last weekend. It was a long and complicated process that in the end returned very strong recommendations. Are…
Disruption to Abortion Services in the UK Means Some Women from Ireland Must Travel to Other Countries
Women and pregnant people in Ireland are having difficulty obtaining appointments for treatment at UK clinics due to high demand. The Abortion Support Network, who help hundreds of women travel…
