While the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe has been praised by pro-life supporters, It is forcing pro-choice activists to shift gears and be more proactive.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - While Montgomery’s only abortion clinic has been shut down since the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade, women from across the state are still driving to the center, unaware that the procedure is now banned in Alabama.
“I had one today that spoke no English,” said Mia Raven with the P.O.W.E.R. House. “We had to use a translating app on a phone for her to understand that abortion was illegal.” P.O.W.E.R. House, or the People Organizing for Women’s Empowerment & Rights House, previously helped women seeking an abortion by escorting them to the now-closed clinic, located next door, on South Perry Street.
While the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe has been praised by pro-life supporters, it is forcing pro-choice activists to shift gears and be more proactive. For four hours a day, volunteers with the P.O.W.E.R. House are passing out free emergency contraception, pregnancy tests, condoms and other products outside of the now vacant facility on South Perry Street. It is a part of the group’s Pro-Choice Assistance Program.With Montgomery’s only abortion clinic now closed, volunteers say they are adjusting to be more proactive. Free emergency contraception, pregnancy tests, condoms and more are being handed out on weekdays.
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