CPC’s: A Threat to Public Health & Reproductive Justice

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Please join McHenry County Citizens for Choice, McHenry County NOW, Ilinois NOW and Toby's Fund for Reproductive Health Equity, for a special presentation by Lisa Battisfore, founder and president of Reproductive Transparency Now (RTN) focusing on Crisis Pregnancy Centers:  A Threat to Public Health and Reproductive Justice. It's via Zoom on the evening of Monday, October […]

It’s Time to Dance ! – featuring Lynne Belsky

Northbrook Public LIbrary 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United States

Please join North & NW Suburban Chicago NOW for a presentation by Lynne Belsky of "A Time To Dance." Join us at 7:00 pm on Thursday October 26th, in-person at the Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, or via Zoom. Please click here to register either way -- and if you're joining us in person, […]

Stop the Lies: Protest the Fake Pregnancy Clinics

420 North Front Street 420 Front Street, McHenry, IL, United States

  Here's pictures from the event. Here's the News Release published on the day. “Crisis pregnancy centers” – in other words, Fake Clinics – are all over the place. Their goal is to deceive vulnerable pregnant people seeking abortion, and mislead, harass and delay – anything to prevent you from getting the termination you need […]

CFW 38th annual gathering: Nevertheless We Persist

Sheraton Grand Riverwalk Chicago 301 E. North Water St., Chicago, IL, United States

It's the 38th annual gathering of the Chicago Foundation for Women, and one you won't want to miss. Click here for more info and to get your tickets ! CFW reports:  "NEVERTHELESS, WE WILL PERSIST. We have ramped up our work because we believe that economic security, freedom from violence, and enhanced access to health […]

Advancing Contraceptive Equity, sponsored by ICAN – Illinois Contraceptive Access Now

Cook County Professional Health Building 1950 W. Polk Street 5th floor, Chicago, IL, United States

Please join Illinois Contraceptive Access Now (ICAN!) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, for Advancing Contraceptive Equity:  Birth Control is Health Care, on Monday November 13th, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Click here to register for this in-person event. Illinois is a leader in advancing progressive reproductive health policies and rights. While defending abortion […]

Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium 8900 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Please join us for an evening of remembrance, reflection, and action as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  It's all happening at 5:30 pm on the evening of Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, in the Luecht Auditorium of McHenry County College.  Park on the south side, there's a door marked […]

Bigger Than Roe 2024 – Protest the Crystal Lake CPC

610 Crystal Point Road 610 Crystal Point Road, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

On January 20th, days before the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, feminists all across the USA will be marching and protesting ... to shore up our forces and take on the work ahead in the fight for reproductive freedom.  Here in McHenry County, please join McHenry County NOW and McHenry County Citizens for Choice, as we […]

Protecting Transgender Rights – A Townhall sponsored by the AHA

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Please join the American Humanist Association for a nationwide online Town Hall on Protecting Transgender Rights. This sure-to-be-fascinating event will feature Sarah Ray, transgender activist and Trek podcaster; Alison Gill, American Atheist Legal and Policy Vice President; and Kris Tassone, Policy Counsel for the National Center for Transgender Equality, It's on Monday, January 22nd, from […]

The Year Ahead in The Fight For Reproductive Justice

Grace Place & Hybrid 637 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, United States

On Tuesday, January 30th, Chicago for Abortion Rights will be hosting The Year Ahead In The Fight For Reproductive Justice, a roundtable discussion on the many aspects of the ongoing fight for bodily autonomy. Local reproductive and social justice organizations will have materials, books, and swag; come learn about ways you can get involved! Click […]

Maria Peterson’s Town Hall on Reproductive Rights

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Maria Peterson, Democratic candidate for State Representative in the 52nd district, including parts of McHenry County, writes: Dear Friends and Supporters:  With the overturning of Roe v Wade, reproductive rights remains a key concern for voters including in the 52nd IL State House District.  With the district quickly moving away from the extremism of the […]