Self Managed: An Abortion Story in Eight Parts is a podcast series that dives into the practice of self-managed abortion (SMA). We’ve interviewed people with wide-ranging perspectives on the medical, legal, technological, and personal questions that arise within SMA. Our vision is to build a chorus of voices that demystifies SMA in a free, user-friendly platform.
https://www.smapodcast.org/podcast/
Part 1: A Story To Introduce Self Managed Abortion
Susan Yanow, a longtime reproductive rights activist, defines “self-managed abortion” and what it means to feel safe and supported. This episode offers insight into global organizing efforts for SMA access. Susan addresses some of the challenges of online activism and making information accessible and safe for those who are looking for it.
TranscriptRead the full transcript (english/español) [pdf]
Women's Global Network for Reproductive Rights (WGNRR)
Women on Waves
Women Help Women
SASS: Self Managed Abortion, Safe and Supported
Euki
WHO
Plan C
Gynuity
Ibis Reproductive Health
Kimberly Ann Johnson
Yvonne Abraham: "Remembering the horror of the Brookline clinic shootings, 25 years later."
Mari Lodi: “Missouri Official Admits to Tracking Women’s Periods”
Jennifer Lee and Cara Buckley: “For Privacy’s Sake, Taking Risks to End Pregnancy” — Article that describes Planned Parenthood study that Susan mentions.
Barbosa RM1, Arilha M: “The Brazilian Experience with Cytotec
Compilation of words and ideas