In Our Own Voice (IOOV) and the National Partnership for Women & Families (NPWF) recently released an issue brief detailing how the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has impeded access to abortion, disrupted economic futures and put the health and lives of millions of Americans at risk. Black women in particular have borne the brunt - the majority of Black women of reproductive age in the United States – 57% – live in states that have banned or are likely to ban abortion. Learn more from IOOV President and CEO Regina Davis Moss and NPWF President Jocelyn Frye about the findings from the brief and ways that policymakers can strengthen access to and coverage of abortion in order to provide dignified and safe pregnancy and birth outcomes, equitable health care, and the social, economic, political, and cultural supports needed for Black people and families to thrive.
In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda
Public Policy Offices
Washington, DC 1,310 followers
Focused on lifting up the voices of Black women at the national and regional levels to secure RJ for all.
About us
In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda is a national/state partnership with eight Black women's Reproductive Justice organizations. Our goal is to lift up the voices of Black women leaders on national, regional, and state policies that impact the lives of Black women and girls.
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http://www.blackrj.org
External link for In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2014
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Washington, DC 20005, US
Employees at In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda
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Veronica Hughes
Nonprofit Administrator | HR, Finance, Program management & Board Governance
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Giovanteey Bishop, MSA
Commissioner at DC Commission for Women
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Camille Kidd
Senior Manager of Federal Policy at In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda
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Bridgette Jackson, Esq.
Director of Policy at In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda
Updates
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We’re excited to announce that the Black Reproductive Justice Herstory Walk will be featured at the Let's Talk About Sex 2024 event in Washington, DC from August 23rd to 25th! This interactive installation takes you on a journey through the history of Black women in the Reproductive Justice movement, showcasing the milestones and stories that have defined our fight for justice. We invite you to visit us outside the main ballroom to experience this impactful walk through history. Let’s honor the past and inspire the future together. #BlackRJ #RJVoter #LTAS2024 #ReproductiveJustice
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In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda reposted this
This week marks the start of the 30th anniversary of Reproductive Justice, a movement championed by inspiring founding mothers who laid the groundwork for our ongoing fight for equality and justice. While attending a conference in Chicago from July 29-31, 1994, they became frustrated with its singular focus on abortion. They needed an agenda that addressed the unique concerns and lived experiences of Black women and girls who faced tremendous health inequities like high rates of infant and maternal mortality, breast cancer, fibroids, sexual and intimate partner violence, HIV/AIDS, and other STIs . After meeting in a hotel room, the term “Reproductive Justice” was coined. We invite you to honor their legacy by joining @BlackWomensRJ and downloading our toolkit to become an #RJVoter. Learn about their contributions and find out how you can make a difference. Let's continue to advocate for reproductive justice together. Get the toolkit here: [bit.ly/RJVoter2024Toolkit] #ReproductiveJustice #RJ30Anniversary #FoundingMothers #IAmARJVoter
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This week marks the start of the 30th anniversary of Reproductive Justice, a movement championed by inspiring founding mothers who laid the groundwork for our ongoing fight for equality and justice. While attending a conference in Chicago from July 29-31, 1994, they became frustrated with its singular focus on abortion. They needed an agenda that addressed the unique concerns and lived experiences of Black women and girls who faced tremendous health inequities like high rates of infant and maternal mortality, breast cancer, fibroids, sexual and intimate partner violence, HIV/AIDS, and other STIs . After meeting in a hotel room, the term “Reproductive Justice” was coined. We invite you to honor their legacy by joining @BlackWomensRJ and downloading our toolkit to become an #RJVoter. Learn about their contributions and find out how you can make a difference. Let's continue to advocate for reproductive justice together. Get the toolkit here: [bit.ly/RJVoter2024Toolkit] #ReproductiveJustice #RJ30Anniversary #FoundingMothers #IAmARJVoter
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Join us Tue 7/23 at 12PM ET for Voting With Purpose a dynamic virtual panel discussing the importance of evaluating candidates beyond party affiliation. Learn how to assess a candidate's commitment to Reproductive Justice and mobilize your community to vote with purpose. Moderated by our CEO & President Regina Davis Moss featuring: Beulah Osueke, Cicely Allen and special guest Brittany Packnett-Cunningham Watch here: https://bit.ly/3SxI29p
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❗ TOMORROW❗ Join us HERE for a #LinkedInLive between our own Regina Davis Moss, PhD, MPH, MCHES and National Partnership for Women & Families's Jocelyn Frye to discuss our latest joint brief about abortion access and #ReproJustice for Black women.
In Conversation: In Our Own Voice & National Partnership
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#ReproductiveJustice Champions from Georgia, Louisiana & Tennessee join In Our Own Voice: Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda President Regina Davis Moss this Thu 5/30 at 3PM ET for “Voting In The South” an #RJVoter Panel Discussion. Featuring leaders from SisterLove, Inc, SisterReach & Women with a Vision Don’t miss it - Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g8-8weMK
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Everyone should be able to make their voice heard in our democracy. That’s why we’re joining @WhenWeAllVote’s Culture of Democracy Collective to reach, register, educate, and turn out voters across the country in 2024! 🗳️ Take a few minutes today to make sure you’re registered to vote in this year’s elections — go to weall.vote/iamarjvoter now! Our Voice. Our Bodies. Our Vote. #RJVoter
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In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda reposted this
This week, Intersections of Our Lives - a women of color-led RJ collaborative - submitted a statement for the record for a U.S. Senate Budget Committee Hearing on "No Rights to Speak of: The Economic Harms of Restricting Reproductive Freedom." In a joint statement, National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum (NAPAWF)'s Executive Director Sung Yeon Choimorrow, In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda's President & CEO Regina Davis Moss, PhD, MPH, MCHES, and National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice's Executive Director Lupe M. R. underscored the impact abortion restrictions have on women and communities of color. Barriers to reproductive health care perpetuate economic insecurity, limit educational and career opportunities, increase health care costs, and perpetuate cycles of poverty and inequality. Read the full joint statement: https://bit.ly/49BOT8e
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We are pleased to announce that we have officially launched searches for a Chief Strategy & Operations Officer, Vice President of Finance, and Director of Policy & Advocacy. These positions offer a tremendous opportunity to make a truly meaningful impact leading the only national Black women’s Reproductive Justice policy organization. Our goal is to highlight the leadership of Black women at the state and national level on reproductive health, rights, and justice issues. If you are interested in learning more about these roles and In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda, please contact Koya Partners | Diversified Search Group directly through Angie Sessoms.