As we get closer to the end of the month, we're asking our supporters to help us close our $50,000 gap! We have until May 31st to raise $50,000 for the $50,000 match from the National Network of Abortion Funds.
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If ICE agents were prosecuted for every extrajudicial threat, assault, and murder, the courts would be flooded for years.
But let's not let this single arrest warrant rehabilitate a "justice" system that chiefly serves to terrorize, abduct, and imprison people.
The solution is to abolish ICE.
Mississippi's governor has signed HB 1613, a law that criminalizes abortion medication to restrict access and target providers and helpers.
It goes into effect July 1.
Call our Helpline to know your rights and get free legal help: 844-868-2812
Support ARC-Southeast and @yellowfund.bsky.social.
Our Executive Director, Jenice Fountain, joins The Intersection for a powerful conversation on the intersections of racism and healthcare.
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Sophia is currently living in Germany, working as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant at a school in the Bavarian countryside. In her spare time, she enjoys doing fiber arts and ceramics.
The child of healthcare workers in Alabama, she saw from a young age the harsh realities and complexities of the American healthcare system, motivating her interest in public health.
Sophia Akhtar (she/her) is a Birmingham, AL native who attended the U of AL for both her BA and MPA degrees. Sophia was actively engaged in reproductive justice and global health initiatives during college, canvassing for constituent support of public health initiatives at events in the Deep South.
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Birth equity is about changing systems so every family can experience safe, supported, and joyful births. That’s why community-led care, like the work of ABEI, matters so deeply.
In Alabama, too many birthing people, especially Black women, aren’t listened to, believed, or treated with dignity during pregnancy and birth. Respectful care means receiving care that honors your body, culture, and voice.
"Being able to get pregnancy care in their own communities, in a home-like setting, makes a world of difference-especially for Black Alabamians, who are more likely to experience complications and be disempowered as the result of medical racism."
-Dr. Yashica Robinson
To support this work donate using the link in our bio. All donations during our Fund-a-thon campaign are being matched by the @abortionfunds.bsky.social until May 31st up to $50,000!
People in the Deep South still need access to abortion, so we bring what sometimes feels impossible within reach. Being forced to travel for an abortion isn't a perfect solution but for those living in Alabama and Mississippi it's the only legal option folks have.
We're gearing up towards our third Freedom and Flow for 2026! Freedom and Flow is where our writing meets the rhythm and blues of our daily lives. It's a space for us to be expressive, expansive, and ever-growing.
Register with the link in our bio! 🧡
Last week, we moved into conversations around how people in our communities navigate and manage their right to healthcare on their own terms.
In Tuesday’s session, we were honored to be joined by Lo M. Bullock (she/her), a Self-Managed Abortion Trainer with All-Options / All Above All.
Reproductive Justice is more than a theoretical framework. It's about meeting folks needs in a world that's trying to price folks out of pleasure.
Every year fellows from our Catalyst for Reproductive Justice recieve supplies to resource themselves and their communities. The kits come with emergency contraceptives (Julies), condoms, YHF stickers, pregnancy tests, and more.
Special shoutout to @yofav_tam on IG for the unboxing video!
Today we are so honored to shout, "Happy Birthday" to one of the best to ever do it!
Kelsea has been with the fund since July of 2022. She began her time with us as our Deputy Director and has since expanded into the role of Healthcare Access Director. Kelsea has stuck with YHF through leadership changes, attacks from the state, and ever-expanding programming.
Black maternal health and wellness, rooted and guided in strategic, community-centered care work which was birthed in the Deep South.
Led by Yellowhammer Fund, Margins, Oasis Women’s Health, Alabama Birth Center, and Chocolate Milk Mommies, ABEI shifts power to the communities most impacted, ensuring care is designed by and for Black families.
The Alabama Birth Equity Initiative (ABEI) is a Black women-led, community-driven coalition transforming maternal health in Alabama.
This is Alabama Birth Equity Initiative. Follow us at www.alabamabirthequityinitiative.org.
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Looking to get involved this month?
You can join our writing workshop on April 7th, volunteer to pack safer sex kits on the 10th, write thank you cards to our donors on the 23rd, and/or attend our CRJF Pleasure Party on the 25th!
To register use the links in our Linktree.
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We could not do this work without our individual donors, whether they give $5 or $5,000, and we’re always striving for transparency when sharing about our work, and what the dollars and donations actually power.
We want to give a huge shout out to our dedicated volunteers who show up month after month to help us write handwritten thank you cards to our supporters!
Check the link below for other volunteer opportunities and sign up for our emails so you never miss out!
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Donate today to support abortion access in the Deep South
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