Language is incredibly important in advocacy. It is your tool to put across your case for change, a means to turn statistics into stories and a way to get people to act for your cause.
Talking about abortion can be complex. For various reasons, and in many different contexts, the topic of abortion is seen as sensitive. Opening up a conversation about abortion – the need to protect and respect reproductive health and rights, and to provide easier access to affordable SA/PAC – is therefore very important. When doing so, the words, phrases and terminology you use must be chosen carefully to ensure it is non-stigmatising, factual and accurate.
