March 28, 2024

National day of action planned to support women’s right for safe, legal abortions

All women should have access to a safe and legal abortion.  That’s the message of a National Day of Action Saturday aimed at promoting women’s rights.

It’s being organized by the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada, who claims many women are forced to travel long distances to have the operation.

“Abortion is not a thing by itself, it’s often the target because it’s so controversial.  But it’s a part of women’s reproductive health services and women deserve a whole range of services, sexual health and reproductive health services.  Not just women but everyone,” says Joyce Arthur, Executive Director of the Coalition.

The BC Federation of Labour will be among the groups taking part in a rally Saturday afternoon.

CKNW Vancouver News

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