2025-03-08 23:55:08
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Activism for Abortion Rights in Poland

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In a bold response to Poland's restrictive abortion laws, activists have established a counseling center in Warsaw, directly facing the parliament. This initiative provides essential information and support for women seeking abortions, particularly given the near-total ban in the country since 2020. The center aims to facilitate access to abortion pills and assist women in obtaining abortions abroad.

Amid significant protests from anti-abortion advocates, the opening marks a pivotal moment for reproductive rights in a traditionally Catholic nation. Activists are committed to financing abortions through donations, underscoring their determination to challenge the status quo and advocate for women's health and autonomy.

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8. März 2025 um 18:49

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In Poland, abortion is almost completely prohibited. In 2020, the right to abortion in cases of fetal defects was revoked. Doctors often refuse to perform abortions, leading to the deaths of patients. The counseling center aims to inform and support women about abortion pills and abortions abroad. Three years ago, activist Justyna Wydrzynska was charged with aiding an abortion, but the trial was postponed. The counseling center is located directly in sight of the parliament to be the "bad cons..
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8. März 2025 um 18:51

- Poland: Abortion Counseling Center Opens Amid Protests

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In Warsaw, it is now possible to have a medical abortion under the supervision of activists. The opening of the new counseling center was accompanied by fierce protests.
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8. März 2025 um 15:20

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Polish activists opened an "Abotak" abortion centre in Warsaw, challenging the country's restrictive laws as a traditionally Roman Catholic nation. Activists like Kinga Jelińska of the Abortion Dream Team, with private security guards and a police barrier, defied anti-abortion protesters led by Marek Krawczyk who held gruesome posters and played loud sounds of babies' cries on International Women's Day. The centre is the first stationary abortion facility in Poland, modeled after similar centres..
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