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Debunking abortion myths: 8 you might be aware of (and the truth!)
Even in 2025, the topic of abortion comes with a great deal of misinformation. This not only makes it difficult to talk about, but it can...
Jun 26


Language matters - here's why
Here at Abortion Talk, we’re passionate about reducing the stigma around abortion and one of the most powerful ways we can do that is...
May 20


Why Abortion Needs to Be Taught in Schools: A Sex Educator’s Perspective
Abortion is a fundamental part of sexual and reproductive health, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and stigmatised topics in...
Apr 23


What It's REALLY Like Being an Abortion Talk Talkline Volunteer
When I first heard about Abortion Talk, I knew I wanted to be involved. Due to work commitments, I was unable to attend the first round...
Nov 5, 2024


New RCOG Guidance is a step towards removing stigma in abortion care
We welcome new guidance published by RCOG, & their concern at increasing numbers of police investigations after later gestation abortion...
Jan 23, 2024


Welcoming Our New Chair!
We are so thrilled to announce the arrival of our new Chair of the Board of Trustees – Laura Russell. Laura has worked with so many of us...
Jun 8, 2023


Joint Statement on Abortion Care
A joint statement from the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM), British Society of Abortion Care Providers (BSACP), Doctors for Choice UK, My...
May 16, 2023


Open Letter to the Royal Society of Medicine on Abortion Stigma
Dear Royal Society of Medicine President, Senior Managers and Academic Board Members, We are contacting you as representatives for...
Oct 31, 2022


Shifting the Shame Where it Belongs - To The Supreme Court
Women and people who were assigned female at birth are made to feel shame and guilt about so many things. This shame is usually linked to...
Jun 25, 2022


Solidarity...and Rage: The Fuel for Reproductive Justice and Destigmatisation
The leaked SCOTUS draft decision to overturn Roe v Wade has led to a surge in abortion news and for many of us some intense emotions. If...
May 19, 2022


The Classical Painting of Abortion We All Deserved
The way abortion is depicted is a key part of its destigmatisation. The French film ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ has a depiction of...
Mar 24, 2022
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