Preventing Teen Pregnancy in the Dominican Republic

Preventing Teen Pregnancy in the Dominican Republic

In Feburary 2019, I went to the Dominican Republic with Canadian charity Rubens Shoes to launch my sexual and reproductive health program “BodyTalk”. I had a blast working with the amazing teachers of Centro Educativo Toribio and watching the kids giggle while they learn about their bodies. Read my trip report below, with lots of pictures!

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Honoring Survivors: Reframing the Post-Kavanaugh Conversation

Honoring Survivors: Reframing the Post-Kavanaugh Conversation

CW: sexual assault

In the wake of Dr. Ford’s testimony and the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court, a lot of women are still reeling. Shock, hurt, and anger over the decision have impacted many of the women in my life and I’m sure in yours, too. It’s difficult to feel that this decision is anything but a blatant hit to women everywhere, and it makes sense that we, as women, feel a certain sense of shared anger and frustration.

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