Los Angeles, CA. Women’s March Foundation hosted the March for Reproductive Rights on October 2nd. Women’s March Foundation is a non-profit, women-led movement bringing together people of all genders, ages, races, and backgrounds. In response to Texas’ six-week abortion ban, which allows individuals to sue abortion providers and patients, the foundation calls upon L.A. activists to take to the streets to support women’s reproductive rights.
People of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds attend the march and unite to spread reproductive justice across the country.
Marchers proudly display their signs and views.
Signs reading “Reproductive Rights are Human Rights” and “We Need to Talk About the Elephant in the Womb” are held high as marchers go from Pershing Square in Downtown L.A. to City Hall.
UCLA student, Lauren, talks about her experience at the march: “It is great to see not only women, but people of all ages and genders coming together to fight for what should be basic rights. We still have so far to go in regards to reproductive justice, but seeing all the support here gives me hope for change and a better future where women are the sole masters of their bodies.”
Creative homemade posters and signs address the issues surrounding reproductive rights.
Speaking at the march in front of City Hall is a wide range of people from health care providers to celebrities to politicians. All calling for a change in legislation and equal reproductive rights for all individuals.
Raven Simone speaks about the importance of women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights.
Partnering with other non-profit organizations like Planned Parenthood, National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health, and SisterSong, Women’s March hopes to get the attention of the Supreme Court before they reconvene on October 4th.
For more information on the march and to view the full panel of speakers, visit the Women’s March Foundation Facebook page.
About Women’s March Foundation
Women’s March Foundation (WMF) is a women-led, non-profit 501c3 organization with no affiliation with Women’s March Inc. As an independent organization, WMF continues to work towards the vision of shared humanity and equity for all, regardless of race, religion, gender identity or sexuality.
About Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide. Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit under EIN 13-1644147. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable under the law.
