The Reproductive Health Equity Project

Uplifting the bodily autonomy & healthy sexual development of youth who experience(d) #fostercare. A National Center for Youth Law @NCYLnews project.

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

RHEP is now on @bluesky. 👋 Say hello at https://t.co/WxTq3p2b1y #bluesky

[Power to Decide @powertodecide]

REPRO UPDATE 🚨

Last night, the House Appropriations Committee voted to gut Title X and the Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program — while increasing funding for abstinence-only programs and blocking low-income people from abortion coverage.

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

What is the most powerful statement an adult can tell a foster youth? ➡️ “I want to be there for you." Emilio shares how their gynecologist made them feel like *Emilio*, and NOT just another “Patient ✖️”.

Watch Emilio's story: https://t.co/IpDZTWlPzZ #ThatsInclusiveCare #LGBTQ

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

Foster youth *absolutely* notice when medical workers practice #InclusiveCare. In fact, Quinn is their doctor’s biggest fan! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

See how a doctor supercharged Quinn’s hormone therapy & mental health at: https://t.co/WNHgOZppv5 #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #ThatsInclusiveCare

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

Schools should be safe places where young people can learn, grow, and be themselves. 💫 NCYL and our partner organizations are proud to stand together in defense of youth rights in the #Mirabelli case.

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/lsF5OPsDCn

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

June is Men’s Health Month. During this month, we bring awareness to health issues for boys and men.

To learn about men’s health resources, visit: https://t.co/O9Q98I3sy1

#MensHealth #MensHealthMonth #MensHealthTips #MensNutrition #MentalHealthSupport

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

@TheImprintNews explores RHEP's new research on foster youth & abortion. The Imprint also interviews former foster youth advocate Wednesday Pope, a RHEP Youth Advisory Board member.

Check out the article and our report ➡️ https://t.co/xKCm3I3JAV #Abortion #FosterCare #SRH

[The Imprint @TheImprintNews]

A new report reveals the perspectives of California foster youth and explores the barriers to understanding and accessing reproductive health care, including abortion.
https://t.co/fSyrKjVgcT

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

Find out how a brutally honest conversation 🫂with a trusted adult ally gave Rina the courage to access #SexEd & make her own choices to meet her #ReproductiveHealth needs: https://t.co/UtcKhmZ8qH

#ThatsInclusiveCare #FosterCareAwarenessMonth
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[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

"The first time I went on #BirthControl, I was in high school and I didn't know a lot about [it]. I had a foster mom who made the decision *for* me.”
—Rina🌱

Unfortunately, some foster caregivers & medical professionals disregard the bodily autonomy of #FosterYouth.

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[The National Center for Youth Law @NCYLnews]

Join us June 17 at 4:30 PM ET for the CSEC Action Team meeting, "Intersection Between Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Labor Trafficking."

Connect with multidisciplinary partners and strengthen cross-sector responses to exploitation.
Register: https://t.co/1DIkR830bC

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

❌ Don’t dismiss patients’ symptoms.
✅Do learn more about common conditions like #PCOS.
❌ Don’t be afraid to refer patients to specialists for proper diagnosis & treatment.

See more #FosterFriendly perspectives at https://t.co/BJvdX5DslL #ThatsInclusiveCare

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

Tamar waited *4½ years* for the healthcare system to diagnose what she already knew: she had #PCOS.
Tamar has three essential practices medical professionals can use to help #FosterYouth avoid the painful “waiting game” of securing a diagnosis.👇

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Not feeling like yourself since becoming pregnant or giving birth? You’re not alone! Support and treatment are available. Talk to your health care provider about a mental health screening.

📲 Learn more: https://t.co/oKCRXRXaCY

#MaternalMentalHealthMonth

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

When she sought treatment for gestational diabetes, Derenice's doctor blamed *her* for her genetic condition. In contrast, a visit to a terrific nutritionist left this foster youth with a plan, confidence & hope.

💫 Watch Derenice's story: https://t.co/VhA76VVQ9E

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

Foster youth *deserve* #InclusiveHealthcare.🌟 This #FosterCareAwarenessMonth, check out real foster youth stories featured in our #ThatsInclusiveCare campaign.

🔗 https://t.co/kt0vbbDVll

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

May is #FosterCareAwarenessMonth! We caught up with former foster youth to learn what #InclusiveCare means to them & what adults can do to provide a safe, welcoming healthcare spaces.

Watch their stories & join the #ThatsInclusiveCare campaign launch➡️ https://t.co/kt0vbbDVll

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

#JustLaunched 💭RHEP's research-based resource explores what youth in California foster care *really* think and know about abortion & presents solutions to fill critical knowledge gaps.

🔗 https://t.co/KzhO7YGuuv
#FosterCare #AbortionFacts #SexEd

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

The Quarterly Newsletter is your direct line to RHEP news and resources dedicated to the advancement of #ReproductiveHealth services and #SexEd for California youth in foster care.

📰 Subscribe now to catch our upcoming issue on May 13th: https://t.co/CDsNMMvMS3

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

A little love for the RHEP Youth Advisory Board. 🫶

#YouthVoice #FosterYouthRights #SRH @NCYLnews

[The National Center for Youth Law @NCYLnews]

Young people are at the heart of everything NCYL does. Through advisory boards, advocacy training, and leadership development, youth help set our priorities and shape strategies across every issue we tackle.

[The Reproductive Health Equity Project @RHEP_CA]

Our first in-person meeting with the brilliant foster youth advocates who make up RHEP's #YouthAdvisoryBoard. 🐻 We convened from across California to learn about #ReproJustice, discuss projects, and connect amongst the flora and fauna.

Meet the YAB 🤝 https://t.co/7yRgV6vnAS

[Alabama Campaign for Adolescent Sexual Health @AlabamaCampaign]

Checking in with the young people in your care about their friendships and relationships creates opportunities to address unhealthy patterns early. A simple, curious question opens more doors than a lecture.