In Mexico, abortion is regulated by the Penal Codes of each state. Contrary to what is generally thought, abortion is a legal health service in the country and is decriminalized under certain situations or conditions, depending on the state of the Mexican Republic in which the termination of pregnancy is performed, so that people who have abortions and those who assist them in these cases cannot be punished for it.
In the framework of #8M, at Ipas LAC we reiterate the importance of raising awareness about safe abortion, so that it is addressed as a health, autonomy, dignity and human rights issue. We raise our voice so that no girl, woman or person with gestational capacity is...
Colombia's landmark Constitutional Court ruling on abortion established a framework based on women's reproductive rights and autonomy. The right to decide must be guaranteed through comprehensive and accessible care: proof of its fulfillment is the increase in...
Ipas LAC recognizes ISSSTE's willingness to guarantee the reproductive rights of women and other people with the capacity to bear children for government workers and their families. Sensitization and training of health professionals is crucial to ensure that all...
JOINT COMMUNIQUÉ OF THE ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED IN THE CASE OF BEATRIZ ET AL. VS. EL SALVADOR
The safe abortion allows women and others with gestational capacity to make choices about their lives and their future. When a decision has been made to opt for a termination of pregnancy, quality services and reliable, scientifically backed information must be made...
- The Internet is an accessible channel that guarantees anonymity and confidentiality for those seeking information on safe abortion in contexts of high social and criminal criminalization. - Clear and accessible information, based on scientific evidence, represents...
- This new platform offers automated conversations on four main topics: migrants in Mexico, sexual violence, safe abortion, and institutions and organizations that offer support. - The creators are a team of 14 institutions and organizations with expertise in health...
- The organizations involved in the case are optimistic and hopeful after the closing of the hearing. - In the two days of the hearing, it was evident that Beatriz's rights to life, integrity and health, among others, were violated. We, the co-plaintiff organizations,...
