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    Women and the forgotten emergency response

    By GILLIAN BARTH & SANDEEP PRASAD, published in The Hill Times    APR. 18, 2018 Fatima Abba Bukar is nine months pregnant. It is her first

    Proposed rules ban protests, photos and video within 50 metres of abortion clinics

    Source: The Edmonton Journal| Clare Clancy NDP legislation tabled Thursday forces protesters to stay at least 50 metres away from Alberta abortion

    [PRESS RELEASE] Action Canada Supports Alberta’s New Safe Access Zone Legislation

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is thrilled that the Health Minister of Alberta has introduced Safe Access Zone Legislation today that aims

    Newfoundland urged to offer universal coverage of abortion pill

    Source: The Canadian Press | CTV News ST. JOHN'S, N.L. -- Newfoundland and Labrador is being pressured to provide universal coverage for the abort

    Humanitarian experts laud Trudeau’s commitment to reproductive services abroad

    Source: Janice Dickson | iPolitics Humanitarian groups are lauding the federal government’s commitment to initiatives abroad that focus on sexu

    [Press Advisory] Canada’s Role as a Women’s Rights Champion at the G7 and in Humanitarian Crises

    Press advisory: International experts meet with government officials and hold press conference to discuss Canada’s role as a women’s rights champi

    Press Release: SRH Week Campaign Connects the Dots between Mental Health and Sexual Health

    For immediate release From 12-16 February, Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights (Action Canada) is proud to host Sexual and Reproductive Heal

    Safe zones around abortion clinics now in place

    New law bans protesting against abortion within 50 metres of a clinic Source: CBC News A new Ontario law establishing safe zones around abortion c

    Court dismisses anti-abortion group’s injunction request over Canada Summer Jobs funding

    Source: Amanda Connolly | Global News The Federal Court of Canada has dismissed a request by an anti-abortion group suing the government over chang

    Canada Summer Jobs attestation endorsed by 80 Canadian rights groups

    Source: Global News | Amanda Connolly   Eighty pro-choice and human rights groups including Oxfam Canada have signed an open letter applaud

    The Morgentaler Ruling: 30 Years Later, We’re At A Turning Point

    Originally published in the Huffington Post This could be another milestone moment in Canada's long history around abortion and reproductive rights.

    B.C. joins the ranks of provinces offering abortion drug Mifegymiso

    Source: Andrea Woo | Globe and Mail British Columbia will offer universal access to a medical abortion drug in a move that women's-health advocates s

    B.C. latest province to pay for ‘abortion pill’

    British Columbia has announced it will pay for Mifegymiso starting Jan. 15, becoming the sixth province to provide free access to the drug. Source:

    B.C. to cover cost of abortion pill Mifegymiso

    Starting Jan. 15, province to become the sixth in Canada to make the pill universally available at no cost Source: CBC News Starting Jan. 15, B.

    A broad vision for reproductive justice

    Source: Jane Kirby | Briarpatch Magazine On January 28, 1988, the Supreme Court of Canada submitted its historic Morgentaler decision, striking dow

    Thirty years after Morgentaler ruling on abortion rights, Canada ‘still dealing with the same issues’

    Only one in six hospitals in Canada performs abortions and some provinces have no standalone abortion clinics at all. New Brunswick, meanwhile, contin

    Canada Summer Jobs program will no longer fund anti-abortion, anti-gay groups

    Source: Amanda Connolly | Global News The government is changing the rules around which employers can qualify for funding to hire students through

    New UN report on world’s population connects reproductive health to inequality

    Source: Karl Nerenberg | Rabble On December 6 we remember women who were victims of violence, because on that day, 28 years ago, a killer with a g

    UN says Canadian funding for reproductive health agency critical after U.S. cuts

    Source: Michelle Zilio | Globe and Mail The head of the UN reproductive health and rights agency says Canada's financial support has been critical to

    [Video] 2017 UNFPA State of World Population Report Press Conference

    [arve url="https://youtu.be/DDG43C4ellA" title="2017 UNFPA State of World Population Report Press Conference " /] Dr. Kanem’s visit is her first

    UN report highlights link between reproductive health, global inequality

    Click here to watch interview with UNFPA Executive Director Dr Natalia Kanem on CTV News Source: CTV News Investing in sexual and reproductive h

    Sask. ‘failing a lot of people’ for abortion access: health educator

    Transportation costs and the price of medical terminations are main barriers Source: Stephanie Taylor | CBC News A pro-choice organization in Can

    Striving towards equal rights for all. Not just some.

    [embed]http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgpQoUx-usc[/embed] Action Canada's Meghan Doherty lends her voice to CBC Canada 2017 to talk about s

    Health Canada eases restrictions on abortion pill Mifegymiso

    Kathryn  Blaze Baum | The Globe and Mail Ottawa is making it easier for women to get the abortion pill, relaxing rules around who can prescribe the

    Health Canada loosens restrictions on abortion pill Mifegymiso

    Source: Sheryl Ubelacker | Canadian Press Women who want to use the abortion pill Mifegymiso can now take it farther along in their pregnancy, Hea

    Press Release: Tireless Efforts by Health Care Professionals and Abortion Rights Advocates Leads to Major Health Canada Change

    Three weeks following a historic multi-sectoral advocacy event including Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, the Canadian Nurses Association,

    Press Release: Advocates Succeed in Getting Federal Health Minister to Look at Two-Tiered Abortion Access

      For immediate release OTTAWA – Federal Health Minister Petitpas Taylor agrees that it is Canada’s role to ensure universal abortion c

    Action Canada hosted a Press Conference at the Health Ministers’ Summit 2017 – Watch it here!

    Action Canada hosted a Press Conference at the Health Ministers’ Summit 2017 along with Canadian Nurses Association, Canadian Pharmacists Associatio

    Mifegymiso coverage should be universal, say advocates

    Currently, access to the abortion pill can vary from province to province —which violates the Canada Health Act, experts say. Source: Ryan Tumilty

    Are we still afraid of HIV? What the infection rates in Canada tell us

    Source: Marilisa Racco | Global News When Princess Diana was photographed shaking hands with patients in an AIDS ward at a London hospital in 198

    Press Release: Advocates Demand Universal Access to Abortion Pill at Health Ministers Meeting

    For immediate release EDMONTON – Representatives from Action Canada, the Canadian Nurses Association, the Canadian Health Coalition, the Canadian

    This is what we know about HPV, the vaccine and its backlash

    Source: Marilisa Racco | Global News For the last decade, doctors have been recommending vaccinations to girls (and now boys, too) to help protect

    Reevely: Ontario to forbid anti-abortion protests near clinics, homes of providers

    Source: Ottawa Citizen | David Reevely Ontario will ban anti-abortion protests near clinics that provide abortions, near pharmacies that dispense p

    Press Release: Action Canada Supports Ontario’s New Bubble Zone Legislation

    For immediate release Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is thrilled that the Attorney General of Ontario has introduced Safe Access Zone L

    Nova Scotia announces big changes in access to abortions

    Doctor's referrals will no longer be needed for surgical appointments, and the Mifegymiso pill will be free with prescription. Source: Jacob Boon |

    The ‘daddy’ problem: when children of two-mother families start asking where dad is

    Source: CBC | Piya Chattopadhyay Click here to listen to the radio segment Vicky Stacey says that when her daughter Frances was a toddler, she t

    CNA advocacy at the summer meeting of premiers

    Source:  David Granovsky | Canadian Nurse While in Edmonton during the Council of the Federation’s summer meeting, CNA also attended an Action C

    Increased Mifegymiso coverage is progress for abortion access in Canada

    Source: Rabble | Joyce Arthur & Martina Zanetti Early in 2017, the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada, reported that provincial pharmac

    Provinces take patchwork approach to funding for abortion pill Mifegymiso

    Source: Kelly Grant | Globe and Mail Almost eight months after the abortion pill became available in Canada, three provinces have yet to decide wheth

    Sask. adding ‘abortion pill’ to drug plan, but no universal access

    Mifegymiso cost for patients will vary by coverage and eligibility through other benefit programs Source: Stephanie Taylor | CBC News Mifegymiso,

    Flag policy review done, mayor to be provided analysis in the fall

    Source: Jon Willing | Ottawa Sun The city has completed a review of its flag-raising and proclamation policies but it will wait for weeks to presen

    Nova Scotia’s Abortion Rules Desperately Need An Update

    Op-Ed by Action Canada ED Sandeep Prasad Originally appeared in the Huffington Post It took a Supreme Court lawsuit in 2016 for Prince Edward Is

    Leo Varadkar to Join Justin Trudeau in a Pride March in Montreal

    Source: Little India Indian-origin Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar will be the first foreign head of a government to participate in a pride march.

    Ireland’s Prime Minister to join Trudeau in Montreal pride parade

    Source: Michelle Zilio | The Globe and Mail Ireland’s Prime Minister will travel to Montreal this weekend, where he will become the first foreign h

    Nova Scotia ‘one of the worst places’ in Canada to get an abortion, advocates say

    Source: Brett Bundale | The Toronto Star The province is the only one in Canada that requires women to obtain a referral from a doctor for a surgical

    Abortion pill free as of today, but good luck getting it in London

    Source:  Kate Dubinski | CBC News Mifegymiso is now covered by OHIP but few doctors offer to prescribe it It's billed by provincial health offici

    Free abortion pill will improve access in remote northern Ontario areas, say health practitioners

    Source: CBC News Mifegymiso is an abortion medication that can be prescribed by doctors and nurse practitioners Starting today, there will be one le

    Access to abortion pill in Sask. unclear

    Source: Vital World News Saskatchewan remains the only prairie province where women have to pay out of pocket to access the abortion pill — somet

    Protection zones for abortion clinics should be automatic, pro-choice groups tell Naqvi

    Source: iPolitics | Amanda Connolly Protection zones for facilities that provide or prescribe abortion to women in Ontario should be automatic and

    Abortion drug now available in Alberta

    Source: Scott Hayes | St Albert Gazette Albertans now have free access to legal medical abortion drugs, the province announced. It joins New

    Breakthrough abortion pill still difficult to find in Alberta, 2 years after approval

    Mifegymiso, which is a combination of two drugs that end pregnancy, became available in Canada in January Source: CBC News An abortion treatment A

    Health advocates applaud Alberta’s move to make abortion drug Mifegymiso free

    Formerly available to people at a cost of $300, the drug will now be free. Source: Kevin Maimann | Metro News Alberta is the second province

    All Alberta women should have free abortion pill access, health minister says

    Every woman living in Alberta will have universal access to a new medical abortion therapy regardless of whether she has provincial health insurance,

    N.B. premier says funding abortion pills is the “right thing to do”

    By Brett Bundale | The Canadian Press  Published Tuesday, July 18, 2017 6:40PM ADT  Last Updated Tuesday, July 18, 2017 9:14PM ADT EDMONTO

    Press release: NB Premier Brian Gallant will open event on access to medical abortion with Alberta Health Minister and Experts

    As provincial, territorial and Indigenous leaders meet this week for the Council of the Federation, access to abortion and reproductive health should

    Press advisory: Alberta Health Minister and Reproductive Rights Experts to discuss access to abortion in Canada, barriers and possibilities, during Council of the Federation

    Tuesday, 18 July 2017, 7PM (doors open at 6:30PM) Salon B at Chateau Lacombe, 10111 Bellamy Hill Rd NW, Edmonton, Alberta Abortion has been legal

    Family Planning Summit to address U.S. funding cut

    Source: Lynn Desjardins | Radio Canada Click here for Advocacy Officer Darrah Teitel's interview with Radio Canada  Millions suffer unsafe ab

    In the world’s worst crises, access to sexual and reproductive health and rights is paramount

    Op-Ed originally published in OpenCanada.Org by Sandeep Prasad, Executive Director of Action Canada, and Gillian Barth, President and CEO of CARE Can

    Action Canada: A broad vision for sexual and reproductive health and rights

    Source: Talking Radical Radio by Scott Neigh | Rabble https://soundcloud.com/user-355706625/a-broad-vision-for-sexual-and-reproductive-health-and-

    Passage of Bill C-16 legislates protection for transgender Canadians

    Source: National Union of Public and General Employees This bill is the seventh bill on this issue since 2005. All other bills put forward by the

    The Benefits of Educating Girls Are Widespread. So Why Aren’t We Doing More?

    Source: Jackie Marchildon | Global Citizen When it comes to girls and education, past efforts have literally saved millions of lives. Between 1990

    Canada’s new foreign aid policy puts focus on women, rights

    Source: Flavie Halais | Devex Canada is placing women and girls at the heart of its poverty eradication efforts. Minister of International Dev

    Everything you need to know about the transgender rights bill

    Source: Sarah Reid | TVO Bill C-16 seems on its way to becoming law. But what makes it so controversial? Bill C-16 — “An Act to amend the Ca

    Ontario plans ‘safe access zones’ for abortion clinics

    Source: The Lawyer's Daily | Tom Venetis The Ontario government plans to introduce legislation that will create "safe access zones" at abortion cl

    Health Canada eases restrictions on abortion pill

    Health Canada has lifted two of the restrictions it had in place for Mifegymiso, a two-drug combination known as the abortion pill, advocates say

    If Canada Really Believes In Equality, Bill C-16 Must Pass

    By Sandeep Prasad, Action Canada ED Article originally appeared in the Huffington Post Our government has a duty to protect the human rights of al

    Abortion doulas ready for no-charge medical abortions

    Alberta is one of the few provinces in Canada that has committed to provide medical abortions free of charge Source: Elizabeth Cameron for Metro Y

    Why the ‘abortion pill’ is set to shift the abortion paradigm across Canada

    Source: Ottawa Citizen Allegations that anti-abortion protesters are harassing patients and staff headed into The Morgentaler Clinic on Bank Street

    Now is The Time To Decriminalize Sex Work

    Originally published in the Huffington Post The Trudeau government has tackled several key pieces of its criminal law reform strategy but it's lon

    Alberta to cover cost of abortion pill, Mifegymiso

    NDP government says it 'strongly supports women's reproductive health options' Source: CBC News The Alberta government says it will make the two-

    Expert panel endorses public coverage for abortion pill in Canada

    Source: Kelly Grant | The Globe and Mail A long-awaited expert committee report on the abortion pill is recommending that provincial and territorial

    Trump’s aid cuts risk pushing African women ‘into the Dark Ages,’ spelling trouble for rising world population

    Africa’s staggering growth is fuelling a global migration crisis and keeping millions in poverty and constant pregnancy. But Washington is cutting s

    Ontario considering if it will pay for abortion pill

    On Tuesday, New Brunswick announced all women in the province will be eligible for free coverage of abortion pill. Source: Alex Abdelwahab | Metro

    New Brunswick becomes first Canada province to offer free abortion pill

    Pill will be given to women with a valid healthcare card, a big step for region that previously had some of Canada’s tightest restrictions on reprod

    New Brunswick women will have access to abortion pill Mifegymiso free of charge

    Source: Aly Thomson | The Canadian Press In the coming months, the Heath Department says it will introduce a program that will allow any woman with a

    New Brunswick first province to offer abortion pill Mifegymiso for free

    Source: Kelly Grant | The Globe and Mail New Brunswick, once home to one of the most restrictive abortion regimes in Canada, has become the firs

    Abortion drug now available in Canada, but how easy is it to get?

    Source: Laura Payton | CTV News OTTAWA -- A new abortion drug that hit Canadian shelves in January faces too many barriers to make it easily acce

    Canada spending $650-million on reproductive rights, including fighting global anti-abortion laws

    Source: Geoffrey York AND Michelle Zilio | Globe and Mail In a sharp reorientation of Canada’s foreign-aid strategy, the Trudeau government plan

    Press release: $650m for SRHR an important step towards Canada’s global leadership on women’s rights

    March 8 2017 - For immediate release Leading Canadian civil society organizations welcome Prime Minister Trudeau and International Development Mini

    Canada gives $20-million to replace Trump’s contraception cuts

    Source: GEOFFREY YORK | The Globe and Mail An international conference, alarmed that U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies could push women “i

    Raising Money to Cover New US Administration Cuts to Family Planning Programs

    Source: The Jill Bennett Show on News Talk 980 CKNW An international conference, alarmed that U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies could push

    Press Release: Civil Society Leaders Welcome $20M SRHR pledge, but Say More Needed to Counter New Gag Rule

    For Immediate Release Canadian civil society leaders in Brussels as part of the Canadian delegation for the She Decides funding conference welcome

    Abortion pill’s Canadian launch delayed by lack of coverage, distribution rules

    Source: Kelly Grant | Globe and Mail The Canadian launch of the abortion pill is proceeding more slowly than expected, with only five abortion cli

    Transformative abortion drug not making inroads into New Brunswick

    Only 14 New Brunswick doctors have registered for the training that's required to prescribe the drug Source: Rachel Cave | CBC News Celopharma, C

    Confusion, delays continue for abortion pill in Canada

    Source: ZOE MCKNIGHT | Staff Reporter | Toronto Star Health Canada approved Mifegymiso in 2015 for women up to seven weeks pregnant, but acces

    Starting the conversation

    Source: Andrew Wagstaff | Amherst News UPPER NAPPAN – Health care providers now have another tool to help them work with clients from diverse and

    As U.S. tightens abortion access and funding, Canada expands it

    Source: Yahoo News | Terri Coles With funding for a Planned Parenthood initiative and a commitment to increase funding for reproductive health initia

    Ready for some pillow talk? Open conversation is crucial

    Action Canada Executive Director Sandeep Prasad talks to XFM's Sarah Cowan about the 2017 Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (SRH Week) ca

    Using “pillow talk” to increase sexual and reproductive awareness

    Source: Caelan Beard | The Ontarion Campaign encourages more positive sexual attitudes Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week takes pla

    The Global Gag Rule’s impact on Women around the World

    Action Canada Executive Director, Sandeep Prasad, talks with the Carol Anne Meehan Show - February 7 (1:00-2:00) to discuss Trump's Global Gag Rule

    International health advocates in Ottawa to discuss Trump’s ‘global gag rule’

    Reproductive and sexual health organizations grapple with loss of funding By Idil Mussa, CBC News Posted: Feb 07, 2017 5:00 AM ET Last Updated: Feb

    How the arrival of the abortion pill reveals a double standard

    As reproductive rights come under assault in the U.S., the story of new pregnancy-termination medication reveals continuing barriers to reproducti

    The new abortion pill, why it’s important and why it’s not yet a game-changer

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    Opinion: 35 Years Later, Women have Access to Abortion in PEI

    By Ann Wheatley and Sandeep Prasad Originally published in the Guardian Ann Wheatley is co-chair of Abortion Access Now PEI. Sandeep Prasad is a

    Canada considering global fund to counter Trump abortion directive

    Source: The Globe and Mail | MICHELLE ZILIO AND GEOFFREY YORK International Development Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau says Canada will increase its f

    Interactive play honoured for exploring social side of sexuality

    Source: Waterloo Chronicle | Bill Jackson Jillian Osterman remembers her sex-ed class in high school, but one of the main things she remembers a

    New year, new choices for Canadian women?

    Source: Hamilton Spectator | Margaret Shkimba Last September I attended a women's health conference here in Hamilton hosted by the Federation of Med

    Planned Parenthood Regina wins award for Indigenous outreach program

    Source: CBC Saskatchewan Program has so far reached 830 youth, 10 community agencies Planned Parenthood Regina was recently recognized for its work

    Trump’s Presidency May Have A Global Impact On Reproductive Rights

    Op-ed by Sandeep Prasad, Executive Director Originally published in the Huffington Post I can still remember the feeling I had the day Trump was e

    Press Release: UN human rights body slams Canada for failure to ensure access to abortion, affordable contraception

    November 21, 2016 For Immediate Release Geneva – On Friday November 18, the UN body responsible for assessing Canada’s progress on upholding w

    Press Release: UN CEDAW Committee Fails to Respect Sex Workers’ Rights

    November 18, 2016  For immediate release Sex workers and allies in Canada are expressing deep concern and disappointment with the CEDAW Committee

    Canadian pro-choice site crashes on U.S. election night under fears restricted abortion access will force women to travel north

    Yahoo News | Terri Coles | November 16, 2016 On the night of Nov. 8, as the results of the American election crystallized, the website for the

    Press Release: 10 – How our future depends on a girl at this decisive age

    For immediate release The report entitled 10: How our future depends on a girl at this decisive age, is a timely call to action. Gender inequality

    Will employers include the abortion pill in drug plans?

    Sara Tatelman | October 17, 2016 | Benefits Canada Health Canada approved the abortion pill Mifegymiso in July 2015. Late last month, however, all

    Should all Canadian women get free birth control?

    Action Canada Executive Director Sandeep Prasad talks to MainStreet's Jill and Dave about the Motion-65. The motion if adopted by the Federal govern

    The Canadian Politician Who Killed the Tampon Tax Wants to Make Birth Control Free

    By Hilary Beaumont | VICE News The NDP is trying to drum up support for a motion that, if adopted by the Liberals, would provide free prescription

    How dangerous are non factual claims about abortion and women’s health?

    Donald J. Trump says women can get go to a doctor at 9 months and “rip the baby out of the womb”, referencing late-term abortion. Not only is that

    Advocates fight to ease abortion pill restrictions before Canadian debut

    Mifegymiso has been approved for use in more than 60 countries with varying restrictions, one being that the woman needs to shallow the pill at a clin

    Abortion pill access, coverage lacking in Canada, advocates say

    Terri Coles | Daily Brew | October 5, 2016 | Yahoo News An upcoming cost-effectiveness review for mifepristone, otherwise known as the abortion p

    Opinion: How serious is Trudeau about women’s reproductive rights?

    Opinion by Sandeep Prasad, Anu Kumar | Published in Ricochet Trudeau’s feminism has been put to the test since day one of his election. Today,

    Irish rejection of 16 recommendations is raised at session of UN Human Rights Council

    The Government’s rejection of 16 recommendations from the United Nations on women’s reproductive rights was raised at a session of the UN’s 

    A tough pill to swallow

    Source: The Fulcrum | Nadia Drissi El-Bouzaidi Will the introduction of an abortion pill help increase access for Canadian women? In 1969, Canadian

    Will this new pill make abortion more accessible in Canada?

    TVO | Published on Aug 12, 2016 by Terri Coles Ontario doctors may be able to prescribe and distribute a Health Canada-approved abortion drug by

    Action Canada talks Mifepristone

    Action Canada Executive Director Sandeep Prasad talks to Morning Mixtape about sexual and reproductive rights in Canada and the newly approved Mif

    Broader access to safe abortion soon available in Canada, if you can clear the hurdles

    By Kylie Kendall | Rabble | May 25, 2016 Canadians' options for safe abortion access will soon broaden, once a new drug,approved last July by He

    Opinion: Is Canada Finally Moving Forward on Trans Rights?

    Originally published in the Huffington Post After decades of activism, trans rights are starting to get the recognition they deserve. More than eve

    Six takeaways for Canada from the world’s largest women’s rights conference

    Alia Dharssi | National Post | May 20, 2016 | Last Updated: May 20 7:42 PM ET Last week, from May 15 to 19, Copenhagen hosted the Women Deliver Con

    Maternal, child health: bureaucrats bolster Liberals’ family-planning focus

    Family planning and access to reproductive health services and rights are needed to round out the initiative, a departmental evaluation says. By

    Ease restrictions on abortion pill: Editorial

    The abortion pill will finally be available in Canada in July. But the rules surrounding how women can get it are too restrictive. Source: Toronto St

    Abortion Pill in Canada – There’s a Problem

    Action Canada's Executive Director Sandeep Prasad talks to New Talk 610's Larry Fedoruk about Mifegymiso and ongoing barriers to access to abortion se

    Home abortion pill about to hit market in Canada, but has already garnered criticism

    Source: National Post | Sharon Kirkey After one of the lengthiest drug approval processes on record, an abortion pill that allows women to termina

    Opinion: Canada is Fighting to End Sexual Violence Everywhere (But Here)

    On the global stage, Canada is leading the way to end sexual and gender-based violence. But we’re failing at home. Canada was pivotal in establis

    Opinion: This budget will put Trudeau’s feminism to the test

    Originally published in the Huffington Post Trudeau needs to put women back in the budget. Because it's 2016. A key part of being feminist is re

    Action Canada ED discusses Canada’s renewed UN Engagement

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with UN Secretary General to advocate women's rights and equality. Executive director of Action Canada joins

    UN agency slams Canada’s maternal health policy

    LINA DIB, THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - The former Conservative government's signature maternal health initiative treated women like baby-making mach

    Ottawa gives new funding for international reproductive health program

    MICHELLE ZILIO OTTAWA — The Globe and Mail Published Monday, Mar. 07, 2016 1:46PM EST Last updated Monday, Mar. 07, 2016 8:27PM EST

    Opinion: Will Trudeau Make Canada A Global Champion Of Gender Equality?

    By Executive Director Sandeep Prasad Originally published in the Huffington Post On Tuesday March 8th – International Women’s Day – Dr Babat

    Press Release: UN Under-Secretary-General on Official Visit for International Women’s Day

    Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin’s visit is timely given Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s commitment to increased UN engagement and gender equality. With t

    When will governments stop targeting women’s bodies?

    Originally published in the Huffington Post Last week, the United States Center for Disease Control issued a warning directed specifically to women

    What’s Your Relationship Status?

    by Executive Director Sandeep Prasad, originally published in The Huffington Post Thirteen years ago, February 12th became Sexual and Reproductive

    A New Abortion Pill Will be Available in Canada Soon, But It’s Not a Simple Solution to Access

    Source: Vice Magazine By Grace Lisa Scott After a two-year-long approval process, the abortion pill will finally be available in Canada this sprin

    Barriers to Birth Control Access in Canada

    Interview featuring Action Canada Health Information Officer Frédérique Chabot Source: Beyond the Headlines Effective contraception methods ar

    How One Drug Could Change Abortion Access in Canada

    By Action Canada Executive Director Sandeep Prasad Originally posted on the Huffington Post Every day we receive calls on our Access Line from peo

    Where in Canada can you get an abortion? It’s secret — for security reasons

    By Anna Mehler Paperny Senior Producer, Investigative Data Desk Source: Global News Suzanne Newman used to bike to work in a bulletproof vest.

    PRESS RELEASE: International Human Rights Day and Rights of Incarcerated Parents

    PRESS RELEASE: International Human Rights Day and Rights of Incarcerated Parents Launch of National Guidelines for Incarcerated Women with Children

    Opinion: Canada’s Prison System Is Failing New Parents

    By Sandeep Prasad, Action Canada Executive Director Originally published in the Huffington Post In 2012, a young mother named Julie Bilotta made h

    Opinion: Speech from the Throne: Canada’s moment to commit to refugee health care

    By Sandeep Prasad Originally published in the Hill Times Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s inaugural Speech From the Throne comes at a critical mo

    How is the Trudeau government doing on women’s rights?

    BY ALYSE KOTYK | NOVEMBER 23, 2015  | RABBLE  As Justin Trudeau's government settles in, women's rights groups look to this new leadership

    All Workers Deserve Equal Access To Paid Sick Days

    Originally published on Huffington Post By Sandeep Prasad November means the start of both the flu season - a time when health care providers may

    New Government, New Priorities: Let’s meet the needs of all people in Canada

    Originally published in the CATIE blog By Frédérique Chabot and Sarah Kennell It’s been a long and winding campaign trail and like most of the

    Now, it’s up to the new government to keep its promises on women’s rights

    By Sandeep Prasad Originally published in the Montreal Gazette Sandeep Prasad is Executive Director of Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights,

    Opinion: How Canada Can Commit to the Health of Our Global Community

    By Sarah Kennell Op-Ed originally appeared in the CCIC Huffington Post blog Development Unplugged Health is prominently featured in the Sustaina

    Opinion: Where is Sexual Health on the Campaign Trail?

    By Sandeep Prasad Originally published in Ricochet Elections represent key moments for decision-makers and the parties they represent to make comm

    UN Goals Trigger Calls for Canadian Aid Reform

    Source: Canadian Medical Association Journal  Paul Christopher Webster, Toronto September 30, 2015 A set of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs

    Opinion: Canada’s Abortion Myth

    Originally published in the Huffington Post Each year on September 28, advocates around the world mobilize for access to safe and legal abortion. T

    Women’s issues take centre stage as experts debate election promises

    By: Robin Levinson King Staff Reporter | Toronto Star Published on Wed Sep 16 2015 Party leaders vying for women’s votes in the federa

    Pop feminism inspiring more young women to get involved in politics

    Source: iPolitics By Amanda Connolly Emma Watson, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Antonia Zerbisias — if you’re not sure what these four women have t

    RU-486: What you need to know about the recently approved abortion pill

    Source: CBC News By Sheena Goodyear The RU-486 abortion pill has been approved for prescription use in Canada, some 25 years after it was made

    Opinion: No Province Should Deny Women Abortions

    By Sandeep Prasad and Colleen MacQuarrie* Originally posted in the Huffington Post Abortion is legal in Canada and has been for over 30 years. The

    Opinion: Budget 2015: We can’t afford growing inequality

    Too little Canadian funding has been going to reproductive health care and family planning.   Sandeep Prasad, Julie Delahanty Originally Pu

    City pulls funding for birth control clinic founded by Dr. Elizabeth Bagshaw

    Health Initiatives for Youth (HIFY) Hamilton is a former Action Canada associate organization.  Source: Hamilton Spectator By Joel OpHardt Ca

    Opinion: Explicit and formal guarantees on abortion needed in Bill 20

    Originally published in the Montreal Gazette By Sandeep Prasad It’s not a good year to have a uterus in Quebec. Setbacks to reproductive healt

    Opinion: Twenty years after the Beijing Declaration on women’s rights, progress remains slow

    By Sandeep Prasad and MP Mylène Freeman* Originally published in the Montreal Gazette At the United Nations in New York these past two weeks,

    Opinion: Speaking Up for Ontario’s New Curriculum

    By Sandeep Prasad and Julie Duncan* Originally published in the Huffington Post The last time Ontario changed its sex ed curriculum was 17 years a

    Renewed initiative shines spotlight on Canada’s deeply divisive MNCH approach

    By Flavie Halais 01 December 2014 Devex The Millennium Development Goals on improving maternal health and reducing child mortality will not be me

    Three stories worth appreciating this World AIDS Day

    Source: Positive Women's Network by Erin Seatter | @erinlynds With each impending World AIDS Day, I tend to take stock of how far we are from wher

    Opinion: The Power of 1.8 billion

    Dianne Stewart, Sandeep Prasad Wednesday, 11/26/2014 12:00 am EST Originally published in Embassy Never before has there been such a large popul

    Sexual health advocacy gets a power-up in Canada

    By Clay Nikiforuk November 25, 2014, Ricochet Merger of three organizations promises stronger voice on sexual and reproductive rights. They ar

    Tories urged to increase aid spending on youth reproductive health

    Mike Blanchfield, The Canadian Press Published Tuesday, November 18, 2014 4:14PM EST Last Updated Tuesday, November 18, 2014 6:09PM EST OTTAWA -

    Ottawa urged to broaden focus beyond child marriages to sexual health

    The federal government is pressing to end child marriage in Canada and around the world but appears to be falling short of an international target for

    Pro-choice groups merge amid abortion access concerns

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights to work on sex education, rights issues, spokesman says Three pro-choice groups in Canada are merging to t

    New pro-choice umbrella group to advocate for reproductive rights

    The Canadian Press OTTAWA - Some of Canada's top pro-choice groups have merged to form a charitable organization advocating for women's reproductiv

    Accountability in Canada’s Muskoka Initiative questioned

    Source: The Lancet By Paul C Webster Is the Canadian Prime Minster's billion dollar initiative for maternal, newborn, and child health failing to m

    Canada keeps its funding promises for world maternal and child health

    Source: The Globe and Mail By Kim Mackrael Published Saturday, May 24, 2014 8:00AM EDT The federal government was rolling out a stimulus package ai

    Ghosts of abortion debate haunt maternal, child health summit

    Source: Embassy News Published on Wednesday, 05/14/2014 12:00 am EDT By Kristen Shane Sexual and reproductive health needs more attention, say

    Opinion: What Canada Can Do About Adolescent Pregnancy and Forced Marriages

    Originally published on Huffington Post Canada By ACPD (now Action Canada) Executive Director Sandeep Prasad and Rathika Sitsabaiesan (Chair of the

    The Criminalization of Abortion is an Abuse of State Power

    Originally published on RH Reality Check by Meghan Doherty, ACPD (now Action Canada) On Monday October 24, 2011 the United Nations (UN) Special R

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  • #Campaigns and Events
    [VIDEO] Sexuality Education: Rights & Realities Panel at the 37th Session of the Human Rights Council

    [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/embed/NBKLNcbaaSs" /] Makeda Zook, Health Promotion and Education Officer at Action Canada for Sexual Health and

    [Event] Empowering Women in Emergencies

    [embed]https://www.facebook.com/actioncanadaSHR/videos/1896680880371849/[/embed] Sexual and reproductive healthcare in emergencies saves lives - ju

    We want to hear from you!

    February 12th-16th was Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week with the theme Mind Your “Business” that connected the dots between menta

    [WEBINAR] Mind Your “Business”: Mental and Sexual / Reproductive Health

    This year, SRH Week will take place from February 12-18 with the theme: Mind Your "Business". Hosted by Action Canada, the campaign provides resources

    [WEBINAR] Reproductive Health, Rights and Justice

    The Canadian Webinar Series on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights would like to invite you the third of a multi-phase series of webinars focuse

    [WORKSHOP] Going Beyond the Basics: Teaching Healthy Relationships from a Human Rights Perspective

    What are human rights and what do they have to do with healthy relationships? Human rights are the fundamental, inalienable rights that everyone has

    Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week 2018

    This year,  Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (SRH Week)  will take place from February 12-16 with the theme: Mind Your “Business”

    Have you made enough donations to qualify for a tax credit this year?

    With the New Year comes a new tax year – did you max out your charitable giving credits? Have you made enough donations to qualify for a tax cred

    Give the gift that can’t be wrapped

    This holiday season, give the gift that can’t be wrapped and your every dollar will have the power of $4! Thanks to the support of our donors, bi

    This holiday season, will you be the change?

    We’re at a defining moment for reproductive rights in Canada. And you are an important part of history in the making. The progress made through t

    Action Canada Joins Canadian Coalition to Reform HIV Criminalization

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is proud to be among the 150+ organizations  calling for an end to unjust HIV criminalization in Canada.

    This #GivingTuesday will you support the right to choose?

    [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgpQoUx-usc[/embed] Fighting for the right to choose what happens to our own bodies, for stigma-free fact ba

    2018 Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week Sneak Peek!

    The Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights team is gearing up for our annual Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness campaign (SRH Week)! SRH Wee

    [Panel Discussion] Worlds Apart: Reproductive health and rights in an age of inequality

    The panel discussion was held on December 6th, 2017. Video footage of the event will be available soon.  Global Affairs Canada, the United Nations

    Every new $1 donated until December 31st will be matched by $3 up to $50,000!

    Please forward this to family and friends who have not yet donated to Action Canada. Because he truly believes in the impact of Action Canada's work

    You can help cut the strings on abortion access!

    Abortion was decriminalized in Canada nearly three decades ago! You’d think by now access to abortion would be simple and easy to navigate. Thirty y

    Action Canada hosted a Press Conference at the Health Ministers’ Summit 2017 – Watch it here!

    Action Canada hosted a Press Conference at the Health Ministers’ Summit 2017 along with Canadian Nurses Association, Canadian Pharmacists Associatio

    Get Your Copy of Beyond the Basics Today!

    Beyond the Basics is a resource for educators that offers the tools to teach young people about sexuality and sexual health from a sex positive, human

    You’re invited! Sex-Ed Beyond the Basics Launch Party!

    It's back to school time, let’s talk about Sex…ED! Come celebrate the launch of Beyond the Basics and join us in speaking up for quality sex-ed!

    Take Action! YC Member and LGBTI activist charged with “homosexual propaganda”

    Evdokia Romanova, member of the Youth Coalition for Sexual and Reproductive Rights and LGBTI activist from Russia was charged with “homosexual propa

    [Edmonton Event] Abortion Access in Canada: The Politics of Mifegymiso

    With opening remarks from New Brunswick Premier Brian Gallant The event will take place in Edmonton, Alberta, alongside the Council of the Federa

    What to Expect at the 35th Human Rights Council

    The 35th session of the UN Human Rights Council will take place from the 6th to the 24th of June 2017. Click here for information about anticipated s

    Women’s Health, Women’s Rights Tour: Ottawa

    Octopus Books, Inter Pares and Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights present: Women’s Health, Women’s Rights. Join us for a discussion of

    SRH2017 Survey: We want to hear from you!

    We want to hear your feedback so we can keep improving our campaign! Please complete our quick survey and let us know your thoughts (your answers

    The abortion pill has the potential to create real access to all people in Canada. So why all the barriers?

    Over and over we keep hearing from physicians who want to provide the abortion pill, Mifegymiso, but can’t. Some just don’t have the time for addi

    The Abortion Pill: Real Access Requires Real Choice! Take Action Now!

    Access to abortion shouldn't depend on your postal code. So why are only 2 provinces covering the pill's $300-$450 price tag? Here's how you can ta

    Take Action: Real Choice Requires Real Access! #RealAccessNow

    Universal cost-coverage is necessary and possible. Real choice requires real access. It’s time the rest of Canada follow New Brunswick’s lead and

    SRH2017: That’s a wrap!

    Last week was Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week with the theme Ready for some pillow talk? Did you miss it? There are still ways you c

    Fund the abortion pill under OHIP! #FreeChoice

    At long last, the medical abortion pill Mifegymiso is available in Canada, but the barriers are too high. Costing over $400 in Ottawa, it’s not an o

    Take Action: Trump’s Global Gag Rule

    1. Click here to Find your MP using your postal code 2. Click here to download the sample letter in Word 3. No postage is required to send mail to M

    SRH Week 2017 is here!

    This year, Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (SRH Week) will take place from February 12-18 with the theme: Ready for some pillow talk?

    Take Action: Here’s how you can support the UN in calling on Canada to guarantee sexual and reproductive rights!

    The UN is calling out Canada for failing to guarantee essential sexual and reproductive health services. In 2016, the Government of Canada underwen

    Upcoming Workshop: Effective Community Collaborations in Sexual Health and Rights

    A three-module workshop for service providers, community stakeholders, government and non-government actors working to advance sexual health and right

    Looking for a last minute gift idea?

    Click here to make a donation in someone's name

    Action Canada’s 2016 Holiday Wishlist!

    Here’s what we’re asking Trudeau for this holiday season

    This Giving Tuesday Help Cut the Strings on Access to Abortion!

    Together we can deliver on the promise of accessible abortion care in Canada. Will you take a moment now and support our efforts? Access to abort

    Did you miss SWOP2016? Here’s a snapshot!

    Click here for a social Media snapshot of the Canadian launch of the UNFPA State of World Population report!

    Wrap It Up!

    Our Associate Organization Sexual Health Centre Saskatoon (SHCS) has launched a new project: Wrap It Up! Local creative agency Territorial design

    Take Action: Help guarantee real access to the new abortion pill!

    Mifegymiso is the World Health Organization’s gold standard of medical abortion and since 2005, has been on its list of essential drugs. It has the

    Every day, I speak to women who must travel to get an abortion but can’t afford it. Will you help?

    In a country where abortion has been decriminalized for almost 30 years, it’s frightening to see the stigma, shame, and barriers still faced by wome

    Joint Statement and Call for Action for the Polish Parliament to Examine the Right to Access to Safe and Legal Abortion

    In preparation for the upcoming revision at the Polish parliament of two bills concerning access to legal and safe abortion, a number of youth-led and

    Missed the Global Fund Conference? We’ve got you covered!

    AWID Forum: Sexuality and gender at the UN Human Rights Council

    Will you be at the 2016 AWID Forum? Don’t miss our panel alongside our SRI partners: Sexuality and gender at the UN Human Rights Council: 10 years

    Will you speak up during Canada’s review on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women?

    From 24 October to 18 November, the government of Canada will be reviewed on its efforts to meet its obligations under the United Nations Convention

    Public Consultation on Canada’s International Assistance

    In May 2016, Global Affairs Canada launched a public consultation to review Canada’s approach to international assistance. It is the first time in o

    Join the Conversation: Why a special mechanism on SOGI will set the movement back

    Join the Sexual Rights Initiative and our partner, the Coalition for African Lesbians for a Twitter chat this Thursday June 9th on Autonomy and Inter

    Recap: International Women’s Day Panel with UNFPA ED Dr Babatunde Osotimehin

    Hosted by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, panelists discussed Maternal Health in Humanitarian Settings, and how the new Trudeau government

    Congratulations Bentley Award Winners Island Sexual Health Society and Planned Parenthood Toronto

    Having received a strong collection of applications, Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is excited to announce the winner of the 2015 Helen an

    That’s a Wrap: SRH Week 2016

    February 8th to the 12th was Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week with the theme What's Your Relationship Status? Positive relationships b

    Event: Twitter Chat on Access to Abortion in Canada

    Join Action Canada along with Feminist Canada and reproductive rights advocates across the country for a Q&A on access to abortion. Date &

    Support the petition to fund clinical abortion services in New Brunswick

    Every Canadian province that has abortion clinics provides medicare funding for people to access an abortion in community-based clinics, except New Br

    Here’s what we’re asking Trudeau for this holiday season

    This holiday season, Action Canada has a wish list for from new Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

    Media Release: Health providers take to the streets for paid sick days on November 19

    TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Nov. 19, 2015) - Doctors handing out free tissues by subway exits is not something one sees every day, but that's

    Election 2015: Sexual Health and Rights Recap

    It has been a long and winding campaign trail, but here we are with 2 weeks to go. To help keep track of everything that’s happened these last two m

    Health Care for All: Mapping Abortion Access in Canada

    Election 2015: Five questions we’ll be asking during the Munk Debate

    The Munk Debate on Canada’s Foreign Policy, Canada’s first-ever federal election debate devoted to foreign policy issues, will take place on Monda

    Support for a Full National Drug Plan

    Elections represent key moments when individuals and groups have the opportunity to have their decision-makers, and the parties they represent, make c

    Call to Action: We Can Do Better!

    Canadians will head to the polls on October 19. And it’s time to ensure that candidates, from all political parties, hear from Canadians t

    Canada Election 2015: Opting for sexual health and rights

    In October 2015, Canada is holding a federal election. Elections represent key moments when individuals and groups have the opportunity to have their

    SRH Week 2015: That’s a wrap!

    Sexual and Reproductive Health and Awareness Week 2015 was a huge success! Thanks for helping to spread the word on how to #HeartYourParts. The web

    Action Canada Joins over 100 organizations Up for Debate

    Alongside over 100 women’s organizations and their allies, Action Canada is part of Up for Debate - a campaign calling on all federal political part

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  • #Educational Resources
    [VIDEO] Sexuality Education: Rights & Realities Panel at the 37th Session of the Human Rights Council

    [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/embed/NBKLNcbaaSs" /] Makeda Zook, Health Promotion and Education Officer at Action Canada for Sexual Health and

    Universal Periodic Review Sexual Rights Database

    The database allows you to search all the sexual rights related recommendations and references made during UPR sessions at the UN Human Rights Council

    Mifegymiso Nova Scotia Fact Sheet

    The factsheet provides information about Mifegymiso and medical abortion, particular to Nova Scotia. Click here to read the fact sheet

    Striving towards equal rights for all. Not just some.

    [embed]http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgpQoUx-usc[/embed] Action Canada's Meghan Doherty lends her voice to CBC Canada 2017 to talk about s

    Get Your Copy of Beyond the Basics Today!

    Beyond the Basics is a resource for educators that offers the tools to teach young people about sexuality and sexual health from a sex positive, human

    Beyond the Basics Sneak Peek: The Gender Galaxy!

    Gender's not binary, it's also not a spectrum. Allow students to explore gender through endless possibilities in the Gender Galaxy, just one of the hu

    Common Myths About Abortion

    While the 1988 Morgentaler decision secured the right to legal abortion in Canada, barriers still exist that can make accessing an abortion difficult.

    SERC Manitoba Training Institute

    Support for Service Providers in Manitoba The Sexuality Education Resource Centre MB (SERC) Training Institute offers comprehensive full-day training

    Think you need Emergency Contraception?

    When it comes to sex, sometimes unexpected things can happen that put people at risk for pregnancy. If you think that this could be you, or your f

    CAPPD Newsletter | Winter 2017

    The latest population and development news from the Canadian Association of Parliamentarians on Population and Development. Click here to read the

    Interested in an IUD? Here’s how to find a clinic near you!

    We joined Canadian experts in IUC  who are committed to helping people access their contraception method of choice by creating the RAICE (Rapid Acc

    Trans and Nonbinary Youth Inclusivity in Sexual Health: Guidelines for educators and service providers

    Our associate, Planned Parenthood Toronto, partnered with a group of trans and nonbinary youth to develop some guidelines for service providers and e

    Observatory on the Universality of Rights

    The Observatory on the Universality of Rights (OURs) is a new collaborative project that aims to monitor, analyze, and share information on these anti

    National Sexual Rights Law and Policy Database

    Sexualrightsdatabase.org is a one-stop-shop for national Constitutions, laws and policies related to sexual rights, including reproductive rights and

    Resource toolkit for service providers working with mothers living with HIV

    The Supporting Mothers in Ways that Work forum was held in Vancouver, BC in September 2014. The purpose of this forum was to bring together health and

    Have questions about Mifegymiso/Mifepristone?

    RJBN Zine on Barriers to Abortion in New Brunswick

    Sexual Health Education in the Schools: Questions and Answers, Updated 2015 Ontario Edition

    Source: The Sex Information and Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN) A resource with answers to your questions about sexual health education in ou

    WHO Guidelines: Health worker roles in providing safe abortion care and post-abortion contraception

    Source: World Health Organization Planned and regulated task shifting and task sharing can have a range of benefits. It can ensure a rational optim

    WHO Policy brief: Transgender people and HIV

    Source: World Health Organization The WHO technical brief summarizes essential information and existing WHO recommendations for HIV prevention, dia

    Have questions about your sexual and reproductive health?

    The information hub on sexual and reproductive health offers helpful explanations,  health tips and suggestions on a range of topics related to sexua

    Resources for Questioning Youth: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual

    Claiming Women’s Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

    Resource guide developed by ESCR-Net and IWRAW  for the advancement of women’s economic, social and cultural rights using the Optional Protocol and

    Webinar: HIV, Gender, SRHR and the Post 2015 Development Agenda

    This webinar helps connect the dots and offers greater clarity in the complex three-year design process towards the post-2015 development agenda. Feat

    Sex & Health: All About Abortion

    A very handy tool comprising  52 questions/answers about abortion and abortion access in Canada. Ideal for stimulating  a group discussion, spreadin

    Reality Check

    Available as free download A critical look at access to hospital abortion services in Canada. The report reveals shocking truths about the barriers

    Integrating HRBA and Equitable Partnerships into Development Programming: Operationalizing the Istanbul Principles

    Source: Canadian Council for International Co-operation How do I integrate human rights into my development programming? And how do I ensure that

    Framework of Actions for the follow-up to the Programme of Action of the ICPD

    Source: United Nations This in-depth, data-rich action framework, sometimes referred to as the ICPD beyond 2014 Global Report, is the culmination o

    Young People and the Law in Asia and the Pacific

    Source: UNESCO Bangkok To-date, there has been no systematic review of how laws and policies govern young people’s access to SRH/HIV information

    Freedom of Choice: A Youth Activist’s Guide to Safe Abortion Advocacy

    Source: Youth Coalition for Sexual and Reproductive Rights Young women’s access to abortion touches on some of the most sensitive issues in cultu

    The Toolbox: What Works for Sex Workers

    Click here to download the Toolbox The Toolbox was compiled by POWER (Prostitutes of Ottawa-Gatineau Work, Educate and Resist), in collaboration wi

    Access at a Glance: Abortion Services in Canada

    Sexual Rights & The Universal Periodic Review: A Toolkit for Advocates

    This innovative toolkit was developed as part of an ongoing collaboration between IPPF and the Sexual Rights Initiative to advance sexual rights and

    The Toolkit: Ottawa area sex workers speak out

    Click here to download the Toolkit The following Toolkit was created by POWER (Prostitutes of Ottawa-Gatineau Work, Educate and Resist) in collabor

    Women and Sexual and Reproductive Health: An information kit for shelters

    The Application of Human Rights to Reproductive and Sexual Health: A compilation of the work of international human rights treaty bodies

    Developed by ACPD (now Action Canada), this manual is designed to assist in the preparation of reports on compliance with (and violations of) rights t

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  • #Factsheets
    Mifegymiso Nova Scotia Fact Sheet

    The factsheet provides information about Mifegymiso and medical abortion, particular to Nova Scotia. Click here to read the fact sheet

    Common Myths About Abortion

    While the 1988 Morgentaler decision secured the right to legal abortion in Canada, barriers still exist that can make accessing an abortion difficult.

    Have questions about Mifegymiso/Mifepristone?

    RJBN Zine on Barriers to Abortion in New Brunswick

    Health Care for All: Mapping Abortion Access in Canada

    Free and Equal Campaign: Intersex Factsheet

    Source: Free and Equal Campaign Intersex people are born with sex characteristics that do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies.

    WHO Guidelines: Health worker roles in providing safe abortion care and post-abortion contraception

    Source: World Health Organization Planned and regulated task shifting and task sharing can have a range of benefits. It can ensure a rational optim

    WHO Policy brief: Transgender people and HIV

    Source: World Health Organization The WHO technical brief summarizes essential information and existing WHO recommendations for HIV prevention, dia

    Sex Workers in the 2015 Elections: Advocacy Guide and infosheets

    Source:  Canadian Alliance for Sex Work Law Reform These tools created by the Canadian Alliance for Sex Work Law Reform will help you educate you

    OHCHR Information Series on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights

    The purpose of the information series is to provide detailed guidance for lawmakers, policymakers, judiciaries, health service providers, civil societ

    Action Canada’s 30-second budget analysis

    Bill C-36: What you need to know about the proposed law on sex work

    The factsheet provides a snapshot of the bill, the impacts of the criminalization of sex work from a sexual health and rights perspective, and suggest

    2014 MNCH Summit: ACPD Backgrounder

    In March 2014, the Government of Canada announced that it would host a high-level summit on Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) from May 28-30,

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  • #Reports and Analysis
    Canada’s Joint Stakeholder Submission for the 30th Session of the UN’s Universal Periodic Review

    The federal government of Canada is responsible for ensuring the fulfillment of Canada’s international human rights treaty obligations. Specific bar

    Is This Really What A Feminist Government Looks Like?

    Published in the Huffington Post  for International Women's Day    Let's look closely at the extent to which Canada is meeting feminist p

    Budget 2018: 23 year old obligation met!

    Canada takes long-overdue steps to meet commitments made in 1995 Beijing Declaration   Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights welcomes

    Annual Report 2016-2017

    Whether it’s been campaigning for universal cost coverage of medical abortion, launching a cutting-edge resource for teaching sexuality education in

    Here’s what to expect at the 37th UN Human Rights Council

    Country Responses to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Recommendations at the 28th UN Universal Periodic Review

    The 28th session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) was held at the UN Human Rights Council, in Geneva, from 6-17 November 2017. Fourteen cou

    SRHR in the Era of the SDGs

    Click here to read the bulletin in PDF Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) opens the door for the sexual and reproductive heal

    Everything related to SRHR you need to know about the 35th Human Rights Council Session

    The 35th session of the UN Human Rights Council took place from the 6th to the 23rd of June 2017. The HRC35 Recap provides information on some of

    What to Expect at the 35th Human Rights Council

    The 35th session of the UN Human Rights Council will take place from the 6th to the 24th of June 2017. Click here for information about anticipated s

    Sexual Rights at the 27th UN Universal Periodic Review

    The 27th session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) was held at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva from 1-12 May 2017. Eleven countries wer

    Stakeholder Submission on Canada’s UN Universal Periodic Review

    Global Trends in Advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights

    [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLHotu3zGFIYeNOOTPni35Yjp8ygXE-mg_&v=EGKkGmynjWs[/embed] Meghan Doherty discusses current global trends i

    Budget 2017: What’s good, what’s getting there, and what’s still lacking.

    A Gender Based Analysis should result in financial commitments to women’s health, development assistance and economic drivers such as a childcare. W

    SRHR at the 34th UN Human Rights Council Session

    Action Canada Submission to Canada’s Consultation on Federal Accessibility Legislation

    The report was submitted by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights as part of the consultation on Canada’s federal accessibility legislation. I

    Submission to Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Advance of Canada’s Review

    The report was submitted by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights for Canada’s review during the 17th session of the Committee on the Rights

    OHCHR Wants to Hear from You! Mapping the History and Achievements of Civil Society

    Imagining a World Without Participation: Mapping the History and Achievements of Civil Society June 2017 thematic report to the UN Human Rights Counc

    CEDAW: Recap from Canada’s review

    Action Canada awaits release of recommendations to Canada Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is in Geneva this week to participate in Canada

    Canada’s Upcoming CEDAW Review

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights will be in Geneva next week to participate in Canada’s review before the UN Committee on the Elimination

    CEDAW: 2016 Submission for Canada’s Review

    This report is submitted by a coalition of organizations working to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights for Canada’s review during th

    Sept 28 WatchDog

    International Safe Abortion Day Watchdog Around the world, people are prevented from speaking out about and accessing a vital healthcare service: abo

    Missed the Global Fund Conference? We’ve got you covered!

    Joint Submission to Human Rights Council: The Rights of Indigenous Peoples

    Native Youth Sexual Health Network and Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights make this submission in response to the resolution of the United Nat

    A Feminist Approach to Canada’s International Assistance

    On July 5th, 2016, the Women’s Rights Policy Group brought together 50 civil society and government representatives for a full-day dialogue. Its goa

    Action Canada Recommendations for Budget 2017

    Action Canada's submission for Canada's pre-budget consultation identifies recommendations that touch upon investments both in Canada and abroad. D

    Civil Society, Government Representatives, Elected Officials, Activists and the Private Sector Meet to Prioritize SRHR

    The Global challenges and opportunities for Canadian leadership on SRHR: a multi-stakeholder conversation[1] brought together over 40 senior stakehold

    Action Canada Submits Report as part of Canada’s International Assistance Review

    Key recommendations for Canada's International Assistance Review: Meaningfully apply feminist principles and a human rights-based approach across

    Education sector responses to violence based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression

    In 2011, UNESCO convened the first-ever UN international consultation on homophobic bullying in educational institutions, recognizing that this comple

    Holding Canada accountable to its human rights obligations

    Action Canada is working with relevant decision makers, at all levels of government, and other stakeholders to hold Canada accountable to its obligati

    ARCC Review of “Crisis Pregnancy Centre” Websites in Canada

    This study by the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada (ARCC) identified 180 Crisis Pregnancy Centres (CPCs)* across Canada. Of those, 166 had websites

    National Sexual Rights Law and Policy Database

    Sexualrightsdatabase.org is a one-stop-shop for national Constitutions, laws and policies related to sexual rights, including reproductive rights and

    Federal Budget 2016: What we gained and what’s still missing

    We made our demands very clear before the 2016 Federal Budget. We wanted to see feminism in action. We wanted Trudeau to Put Sexual Rights Back in the

    CESCR Day Four: That’s a wrap!

    Canada wrapped up its appearance before the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights on Thursday, February 25th with disappointing responses

    CESCR Day Three: Ups, downs and frustrating moments

    Highlights In large part due to Action Canada’s consistent advocacy, and support from civil society partners here in Geneva, we encouraged members

    CESCR Day Two: Will Canada step up to the plate tomorrow? Or stay on the bench?

    Canada is all set to appear before the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights beginning tomorrow, at 3:00PM Geneva time (9:00AM EDT). Th

    CESCR Day One: Why doesn’t the Government of Canada want to talk about economic, social and cultural rights?

    In Geneva today, representatives from Canadian human rights and Indigenous organizations delivered opening statements before members of the Committee

    Action Canada Submission to Pre-Budget Consultation

    Recommendations made in response to an invitation by the Standing Committee on Finance to share priorities for the 2016 Canadian federal budget. Cl

    Action Canada Submission to 57th CESCR for Canada’s Review

    This report is submitted by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights for Canada’s review during the 57th Session of the UN Committee on Economic,

    Submission to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women

    Report submitted by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women in advance of C

    Transforming our world: Canadian perspectives on the Sustainable Development Goals

    With 2016 comes the implementation of the new 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted last September at the United Nations. At the time, the

    What are Adequate Strategies for Advancing SRHR as a Key Priority for Sustainable Development?

    Three experts, including Action Canada Executive Director Sandeep Prasad, were invited to take the stage during the 13th International Dialogue on Pop

    Shelter from the Storm: A transformative agenda for women and girls in a crisis-prone world

    More than 100 million  people are in need of humanitarian assistance—more than at any time since the end of the Second World War. Among those displ

    Envisioning LGBT Refugee Rights in Canada: Is Canada a Safe Haven?

    Source: Envisioning Global LGBT Human Rights The report by Envisioning Global LGBT Human Rights looks at the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexua

    Support for a Full National Drug Plan

    Elections represent key moments when individuals and groups have the opportunity to have their decision-makers, and the parties they represent, make c

    Guidelines for the Implementation of Mother-Child Units in Canadian Correctional Facilities

    Developed by the CCPHE and University of British Columbia, the publication describes guiding principles, and the practices that are required for op

    Canada Election 2015: Opting for sexual health and rights

    In October 2015, Canada is holding a federal election. Elections represent key moments when individuals and groups have the opportunity to have their

    WHO Report: Sexual health, human rights and the law

    Source: World Health Organization The  report demonstrates the relationship between sexual health, human rights and the law. Drawing from a review

    Intersectionality in LGBTI Advocacy

    Written by Fernando D’Elio of Akahata (with input from Neha Sood of Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights) as part of the 2015 ILGA Report on

    Action Canada appears before House of Commons Committee on International Development

    In April 2014, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Cooperation and member of the standing committee on Foreign Affairs and Intern

    Action Canada submission to the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

    This report was submitted by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights in advance of Canada’s review during the 55th Pre-Sessional working group of

    The road to dignity by 2030: ending poverty, transforming all lives and protecting the planet

    Source: United Nations Synthesis report of the Secretary General on the post-2015 sustainable development agenda Click here to read the report

    Open Working Group proposal for Sustainable Development Goals

    Source: Sustainable Development Knowledge Platform The outcome document of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, entitled “Th

    Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in British Columbia, Canada

    Produced by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, the report addresses the situation of missing and murdered indigenous women in British Colu

    The shifting politics in multilateral development and human rights negotiations and the absence of accountability

    Abstract: The post-2015 development agenda currently being negotiated at the United Nations in New York will dictate development strategies and influe

    Progress on Women’s Rights: Missing in Action

    Authored by a network of NGOs, trade unions and independent experts, including Action Canada, Progress on Women’s Rights: Missing in Action review

    Lessons From the First Cycle of the Universal Periodic Review

    Developed by the UNFPA and based on research and analysis conducted by ACPD on behalf of the Sexual Rights Initiative (SRI), the report examines the r

    Canada once again disappoints women, survivors of sexual violence

    Action Canada for Population and Development reports back from 26th session of the UN Human Rights Council   Governments and civil society o

    Digging Deeper: Towards Greater Action on Global Rights for Women and Girls

    Authored by Betty Plewes, Digging Deeper: Towards Greater Action on Global Rights for Women and Girls explores the kinds of programming that Canadian

    Analysis of Canada’s Refusal to Fund Abortion Services Abroad

    This brief was created by ACPD (now Action Canada) in response to Ministerial announcements regarding the Government of Canada’s refusal to fund abo

    The United Nations and Canada: What Canada has done and should be doing at the UN

      Source: World Federalist Movement-Canada   Preface   Warren Allmand The United Nations: A Respect for Human R

    Watering the Leaves, Starving the Roots

    The report from the Association for Women’s Rights in Development provides the latest analysis on the funding trends impacting women’s rights orga

    SRI analysis of the language of ‘child, early and forced’ marriage

    In preparation of the 24th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC), the Sexual Rights Initiative (of which Action Canada is a member) produced a

    Abortion Restrictions in U.S. Foreign Aid: The History and Harms of the Helms Amendment

    Source: Guttmacher Policy Review Summer 2013, Volume 16, Number 3 By Sneha Barot Forty years ago, in the wake of Roe v. Wade, Congress enac

    Follow-up to UN Human Rights Council Resolution on Sexual Violence Against Women

    The 23rd session of the UN Human Rights Council came to an end on June 14th 2013. Action Canada for Population and Development (now Action Canada for

    Beyond Pimps, Procurers and Parasites: mapping third parties in the incall/outcall sex industry

    Click to download the report Pimps, procurers and parasites – merciless exploiters of hapless women; these are the sinister characters that perme

    Count me IN!: Research report on violence against disabled, lesbian, and sex-working women in Bangladesh, India, and Nepal

    Originally published in RHM Journal By Creating Resources for Empowerment in Action (CREA), New Delhi, India, 2012 Despite many achievements of the

    Managing Sex Work: Information for third parties and sex workers in the incall and outcall sectors of the sex industry

    Click here to download the report Third parties are criticized and denounced in the media, in the law and in our everyday discussions. They are ref

    Challenges: Ottawa area sex workers speak out

    Click here to download the report Created by POWER (Prostitutes of Ottawa-Gatineau Work Educate and Resist), the report begins by detailing the res

    WHO Technical Opinion in response to ACPD request

    The Technical opinion is in response to a request made by Ms. Catherine McDonald, Executive Director of Action Canada for Population and Development (

    Reality Check: A close look at accessing abortion services in Canadian hospitals

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    Pharmacare is Universal

    (OTTAWA) Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights joins with health care advocates and allies to express deep concern over Finance Minister Bill Mor

    Ontario Enacted New Safety Measures Today!

    Safe access zone legislation comes into effect in Ontario today. That means thousands of patients, health care providers and staff will benefit from a

    Black History Month

    Every February, people in Canada are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the achievements, resilience, ex

    We #RememberJan29

    On 29 January 2017, exactly one year ago today, a young white, Christian man walked into a mosque in Quebec City and murdered Azzedine Soufiane, Mamad

    An Open Letter Supporting Recent Changes to the Canada Summer Jobs program

    Dear Prime Minister Trudeau, Ms. May, Ms. Ouellet, Mr. Scheer, and Mr. Singh, The undersigned organizations wholeheartedly support the recent chang

    New Year! New Link!

    To kick off 2018, we’re changing our website URL to www.actioncanadaSHR.org You can now find us on Facebook and Twitter @actioncanadaSHR too! Have

    Action Canada congratulates British Columbia for covering the cost of the abortion pill (Mifegymiso)!

    British Columbia becomes the sixth province to pledge cost coverage, joining Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec. The biggest prov

    Planned Parenthood Ottawa and HIV Community Link win 2017 Bentley Awards!

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is excited to announce the winners of the 2017 Helen and Fred Bentley Awards of Excellence: Planned Parenth

    Action Canada Statement on the International Day to End Violence against Sex Workers

    On December 17, the International Day to End Violence against Sex Workers, Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights pays tribute to the sex workers

    Statement on the National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Violence Against Women

    This December 6th, on the National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Violence Against Women, Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights remembers

    Action Canada joins trans communities in recognizing Trans Day of Remembrance

    We acknowledge and denounce the transphobic and misogynistic violence that impact trans, gender non-binary, gender non-conforming and two spirit peopl

    Action Canada strongly condemns Quebec’s Bill 62

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights strongly condemns the passing of Bill 62 in Quebec and stands in solidarity with the Muslim community and w

    Press Release: New Resource Teaches Sex-Ed as Human Rights

    For immediate release Toronto – What do you wish you’d learned in sex-ed? That’s a Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights has been asking

    Nova Scotia Commits to Cost Coverage of Abortion Pill

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights congratulates Nova Scotia for making great strides in addressing barriers to abortion access for its reside

    Press advisory: Action Canada launching new book and campaign that support human rights based sex-ed

    Thursday, 28 September 2017 7PM-10PM Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen Street West, Toronto The research is clear, young people want guidance on more th

    Pride 2017: Action Canada Applauds the Leadership of Black, Indigenous and Racialized Queer and Trans People

    As Canada’s 2017 Pride season comes to a close, we want to applaud and celebrate the leadership of Black, Indigenous and racialized queer and trans

    Letter to BC Premier Horgan re: Abortion Pill Cost Coverage

    Click here to read the letter in PDF Dear Premier Horgan, On behalf of Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, West Coast LEAF, Options for

    Action Canada Stands in Support of Pop-Up Overdose Prevention Sites

    All people deserve access to the health services they need. It is the responsibility of governments (at all levels), health care providers, social ser

    Letter to Ottawa Mayor re: Anti-Choice Proclamation and Flag Raising

    August 22, 2017 Mayor and Council Ottawa City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue, Ottawa K1P 1J1 Dear Mayor and Council: Re: Anti-Choice Proclamation a

    Ontario announces its abortion pill cost coverage plan!

    Action Canada congratulates Ontario for announcing its cost coverage plan. Joining Alberta and New Brunswick, Ontario will implement universal cost co

    When it Comes to Abortion Access, Manitoba Still Has a Long Way to Go

    Two weeks ago, without a public announcement, Manitoba added the abortion medication, Mifegymiso, to their provincial drug formulary. Unlike Alberta,

    Alberta has implemented its cost coverage plan for the abortion pill!

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is thrilled that Alberta has implemented its cost coverage plan for the abortion pill, Mifegymiso. The anno

    Quebec Commits to Cost Coverage of the Abortion Pill

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is thrilled that the Quebec government announcement will guarantee universal cost coverage of the abortion

    Action Canada Welcomes Passing of Bill C-16

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is thrilled to see the passing of Bill C-16 with no amendments. This historic bill will see the addition of

    Action Canada Mourns the Death of Dr Babatunde Osotimehin

    It is with heavy hearts that we heard the news of Dr Babatunde Osotimehin’s sudden passing this morning. As Executive Director of the United Nations

    Action Canada Strongly Supports Bubble Zones

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights welcomes Ontario Attorney General Yasir Naqvi’s plans to introduce a provincial bill that would enforce a

    Action Canada Welcomes Health Canada Starting to Ease Abortion Drug Restrictions

    18 May 2017 For immediate release Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights welcomes Health Canada’s announcement to lift two of the restrictio

    Alberta Commits to Abortion Pill Cost Coverage following Expert Panel Endorsement

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights welcomes the CADTH Canadian Drug Expert Committee’s final recommendation on the newly approved abortion p

    Action Canada Mifegymiso Cost Coverage Statement: Real Choice Requires Real Access!

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights applauds the government of New Brunswick’s announcement that the abortion pill will be made available fre

    Press Release: Civil Society Leaders Welcome $20M SRHR pledge, but Say More Needed to Counter New Gag Rule

    For Immediate Release Canadian civil society leaders in Brussels as part of the Canadian delegation for the She Decides funding conference welcome

    Civil Society Organizations stand with the “She Decides – Global Fundraising Initiative”

    As civil society organizations, we applaud the She Decides initiative and stand united in opposition to the US Global Gag Rule that President Trump re

    There’s strength in numbers, and together we can hold our government accountable to its promises

    It’s less than one month into the Trump presidency, and we’ve already witnessed an inspiring global demonstration of resistance and solidarity acr

    Joint Statement on Trump’s Global Gag Rule Re-Enactment

    We, the undersigned organizations, strongly condemn President Trump’s signing of the Global Gag Rule on January 23rd 2017, one of his first acts as

    Action Canada’s 2016 Holiday Wishlist!

    Here’s what we’re asking Trudeau for this holiday season

    2016 Bentley Award Winners!

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is excited to announce the winners of the 2016 Helen and Fred Bentley Awards of Excellence: Planned Parenth

    Concern with UN Women’s Consultation on Sex Work

      Action Canada is deeply concerned that UN Women’s methods of consultation to develop a policy on sex work will not allow for many sex work

    Response to Consultation seeking views on UN Women approach to sex work, the sex trade and prostitution

    This statement has been jointly prepared by 81 sex worker rights, women’s rights, and human rights organizations.[1] We are writing this statemen

    Drug restrictions a violation of Canadian women’s human rights and freedoms

    A message from Dr. Anne Niec, President of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada, on access to Myfegymiso in Canada.

    Letter to Minister Philpott: Showing True Federal Leadership on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Canada

    September 12, 2016  The Honourable Jane Philpott Minister of Health House of Commons Ottawa, ON, K1A 0A2   Dear Honourable Minister, On

    Joint Statement and Call for Action for the Polish Parliament to Examine the Right to Access to Safe and Legal Abortion

    In preparation for the upcoming revision at the Polish parliament of two bills concerning access to legal and safe abortion, a number of youth-led and

    The World Rallies to “End It. For Good.”

    Canada brings leaders from around the world to Montreal to pledge almost US$13 Billion to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria C

    OHCHR Releases New UPR Submission Guidelines

    The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has released new guidelines for stakeholder reports in the third cycle. While much of

    Action Canada welcomes Amnesty International Sex Worker Rights Policy

    Groups including Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, UN AIDS, the World Health Organization, the UN Special Procedures, the HIV/AIDS Legal Net

    Open Letter to ECOSOC regarding the Committee on NGOs

    The UN becomes all the more important a platform for voices demanding accountability and justice. And yet it is blocking NGO access and participation.

    Action Canada Receives 2016 CCIC Innovation and Effectiveness Award

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights is honoured to have received a 2016 CCIC Innovation and Effectiveness Award for the amalgamation of Canadia

    Action Canada Statement in response to PEI decision to offer abortion services on-Island

    Action Canada welcomes today’s announcement from PEI Premier Wade MacLauchlan that the province is taking steps to offer abortion services on-Island

    Action Canada CESCR Statement in advance of Canada’s review

    Statement delivered on 22 February 2016 by Action Canada before the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights in advance of Canada’s review.

    Joint letter on Canada’s response to CESCR list of issues

    Dear Ministers Wilson-Raybould, Dion, Joly and Bibeau, We write urgently on behalf of a number of non-governmental organizations who are in Geneva

    Press Release: Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week 2016

    5 February 2016 For immediate release Canada – The week of February 8th to 12th is national Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (SRH W

    Statement: Release Egyptian Journalist Hossam Bahgat

    Partners in the Sexual Rights Initiative (SRI) coalition – Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, Akahata, Coalition of African Lesbians, CREA,

    Action Canada joins Fight for $15 & Fairness in calling for paid sick leave and job protection

    Millions of workers across Ontario lack access to job-protection and paid sick leave. Many cannot afford to take a sick day. Action Canada for Sexu

    Press Release: Making good on promises: Action Canada lays out measures newly-elected government needs to take

    20 October 2015 For immediate release Women’s rights, including their sexual health and rights, took centre stage during this election. We saw f

    Press Release: Women’s Issues Finally Get The Attention They Deserve

    Toronto, September 16, 2015 - Women’s issues will finally take the forefront in the federal election thanks to a partnership between the Up For

    CSO Position on Uruguay’s Administrative Court Ruling

    Click here to read the statement in Spanish The Administrative Court’s ruling restricts the implementation of Uruguay’s abortion law (law numbe

    Conscientious Objection Policy Submission to Saskatchewan College of Physicians and Surgeons

    Along with its associate organizations, the Sexual Health Centre of Saskatoon and Planned Parenthood Regina, Action Canada has made a submission to t

    Call to Action: Stand Firm and Protect the Human Rights of Sex Workers

    Support Amnesty International’s proposed policy calling for the decriminalisation of sex work NSWP and the undersigned, including Action Canada f

    Action Canada welcomes Health Canada’s approval of Mifepristone

      For immediate release: Yesterday, Health Canada approved the use of the medical-abortion drug mifepristone (RU-486), which will increase

    Joint Statement for the Human Rights Committee’s Day of Discussion on the Right to Life

    Distinguished Committee Members: I wish to thank the Committee for the opportunity to deliver this brief statement on behalf of over fifty human r

    SRI Condemns HRC29 Resolution on “Protection of the Family”

    Action Canada is a member of the Sexual Rights Initiative (SRI), a coalition of organizations from Canada, Poland, India, Egypt, Argentina and Africa,

    HRC Advances Rights of Women and Girls

    Action Canada is a member of the Sexual Rights Initiative (SRI), a coalition of organizations from Canada, Poland, India, Egypt, Argentina and Africa,

    Action Canada Statement before Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development

    Honourable Members, I want to begin by thanking you for the invitation to present before you today.  For those of you who are not familiar with it

    Action Canada Submission on Post-2015 Priorities to Government of Canada

    We welcome the Government of Canada’s (GoC) prioritization of MNCH and Accountability as two of Canada’s three Core priorities. We further welcome

    CPD48 Statement on Lack of Resolution

    At the end of two weeks of thought-provoking and intense discussions, the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) concluded on April 17, 2015 w

    UN HRC adopts children’s rights resolution, calling for access to sexual and reproductive health services and CSE

    Action Canada is a member of the Sexual Rights Initiative, a coalition of organizations that has been advocating for the advancement of human rights

    UN to Question Canada on Sexual Rights Record

    This past Wednesday, the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights signalled that it will for the first time question Canada on the availab

    Action Canada welcomes Civil Society Partnership Policy as positive step forward

    This past February 5, the Government of Canada announced the launch of the International Development and Humanitarian Assistance Civil Society Partner

    Press Release: 2015 SRH Week Addresses Healthy Relationships, Consent and STI Prevention in Canada 9-13 February 2015

    6 February 2015 For immediate release Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, in partnership with the Canadian Public Health Association, is t

    Action Canada Celebrates Anniversary of 1988 Supreme Court Decision

    28 January 2015 – As Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, we celebrate the historic Supreme Court decision (often referred to as the Morgenta

    Call for Action to correct the harmful implementation of the Helms Amendment

    Click here to read the letter in PDF January 22, 2015 President Barack Obama The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 205

    Press Release: Ottawa Premiere of Award Winning Documentary: Vessel

    20 January 2014 For immediate release Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, a progressive, pro-choice charitable organization committed to a

    Action Canada Disappointed by Delay but Optimistic over Eventual Approval of Mifepristone

    15 January 2014 For immediate release Health Canada has requested additional information for its review of mifepristone (RU-486), a request that w

    Action Canada Welcomes Announcement by Brian Gallant to Lift Abortion Restrictions in New Brunswick

    Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights celebrates New Brunswick Premier Brian Gallant’s announcement, whereby a significant barrier to accessing

    Press Release: Launch of UNFPA State of World Population Report 2014: The power of 1.8 billion

    Launch of UNFPA State of World Population Report 2014: The power of 1.8 billion – adolescents, youth and the transformation of the future 18 Nove

    Press Release: The power of 1.8 billion

    Launch of UNFPA State of World Population Report 2014: The power of 1.8 billion – adolescents, youth and the transformation of the future NOVEMBER

    “Canada’s leadership needed more than ever” says ACPD following global meeting on future of sexual and reproductive health in development policies

    April 14, 2014 - Governments Call for Increased Efforts to Promote Sexual and Reproductive Health and Reproductive Rights in Development Policies

    Women’s rights organizations call on Canada to implement outcomes from recent UN Commission on the Status of Women

    April 3, 2014 The Right Honourable Stephen Harper, P.C., MP Prime Minister of Canada 80 Wellington Street Ottawa, ON K1A 0A2 Dear Prime Minis

    Airlie Declaration on safe legal abortion

    ACPD (now Action Canada) attended the World Leaders Consultation on Uniting for Safe Legal Abortion (March 24-25 2014 during which the Arlie Declarat

    Open letter: 300 researchers call for decriminalization of sex work in Canada

    Originally published on Georgia Straight March 27, 2014 Right Hon. Stephen Harper, Prime Minister, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada,

    Native Youth Sexual Health Network Testimony to UN on the Sexual Health and Reproductive Rights of Indigenous Peoples

    Native Youth Sexual Health Network testimony submitted to UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues on the Sexual Health and Reproductive Rights of Indi

    Press Release: ACPD Welcomes Supreme Court decision striking down laws violating sex workers’ rights

    For Immediate Release - ACPD (now Action Canada) welcomes the Supreme Court decision striking down laws violating sex workers’ rights.   13

    Sandeep Prasad on UNFPA’s 2013 State of World Population Report

    During the Ottawa launch of the 2013 UNFPA State of World Population Report, Executive Director of ACPD (now Action Canada), Sandeep Prasad spoke to 

    Press Release: UNFPA releases report on ‘Motherhood in Childhood’

    Launch of UNFPA State of World Population Report 2013: Motherhood in Childhood – Facing the challenge of adolescent pregnancy - OCTOBER 30, 2013

    We call on the Government of Canada to fund abortion services abroad

    October 21, 2013 The Honourable Christian Paradis, P.C., MP Confederation Building Room 507 Ottawa, ONK1A 0A6 The Honourable Kellie Leitch, P.

    HRC 24 Statement on Canada’s response to UPR recommendations

    Statement made during the 24th session of the Human Rights Council on behalf of ACPD (now Action Canada), Canadians for Choice (now Action Canada) and

    Submission to Post-2015 Consultation on Inequalities and LGBTIQ People

    The submission, prepared by ACPD (now Action Canada), supports the analysis of other contributors that the root causes of the inequalities and human r

    Letter to Prime Minister Harper on HRC Resolution on Violence against Women

    The Right Honourable Stephen Harper, P.C., MP Prime Minister of Canada 80 Wellington Street Ottawa, ON K1A 0A2 Dear Prime Minister: We, the u

    Press Release: Canada blocking efforts at the UN to address sexual violence against women

    Ottawa/Geneva – June 7 2013 – Governments and civil society are calling into question the leadership of the Canadian government on the theme of Vi

    Statement before the Senate Committee on Human Rights

    In February 2012, ACPD (now Action Canada) appeared before the Senate Committee on Human Rights to deliver the following statement.   Thank y

    Press Release: Investing in Family Planning is Key for World at 7 Billion

    Launch of UNFPA State of the World Population Report 2011: People and Possibilities in a World of 7 Billion In five days, the world’s population

    Human Rights Council Passes First-Ever Resolution on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

    In a groundbreaking achievement for upholding the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the United Nations Human Rights Coun

    NGO Response to UN Report of the Commission on Information and Accountability for Women’s and Children’s Health

    Dear Secretary-General: We civil society organisations 1, working to promote human rights relating to women’s and children’s health, welcome K

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