The Women's Law Center of Maryland

Big news at The Women's Law Center of Maryland! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the appointments of Sara Powel as Chief Legal Officer and Suzanne Perez as Chief Programs Officer! Both Sara and Suzanne are passionate about addressing the urgent needs of women in Maryland and driving social change. A message from Sara and Suzanne: https://conta.cc/3L45WVM Be Radical, join WLC today: https://bit.ly/3UCRkk3

On Women’s Equality Day, we reflect on the selective equality that has left Women of Color behind for too long. As we approach a historic election, let’s honor all the women who paved the way—both the celebrated and the overlooked. Join us in continuing our 53-year legacy of advocating for safety, security, and autonomy for all women! Give today- https://bit.ly/3UCRkk3

#ICYMI Start your week strong & be ready for Women’s Equality Day! Support WLC at Women's Equality Day Yoga SUNDAY 8/25 and learn about the Reproductive Freedom Amendment, enshrining reproductive rights in the state constitution. This November Marylanders have a voice to make a choice! HURRY! Spots going fast!! Secure your ticket today- https://bit.ly/3STziKy. Thank you Carleen and Yoga Barn for hosting us!

SCOTUS Rules on Idaho v. United States Today, the Supreme Court ruled in the case of Idaho v. United States, allowing emergency abortions to be performed in Idaho under certain medical conditions. This ruling temporarily reinstates a lower court's decision, ensuring that EMTALA's protections remain in place for now. However, the core issue of whether federal law preempts state abortion bans remains unresolved. This decision highlights the escalating threats to reproductive rights nationwide. WLC has worked for 52 years to protect reproductive rights, and this November, Maryland voters will have the opportunity to enshrine reproductive freedom in our state constitution. Please join us and bring your friends and family to the voting booths on November 5th to cast your ballot and safeguard the right to comprehensive reproductive healthcare for future generations. More: https://lnkd.in/gbev7zcu #SCOTUS #EMTALA #AbortionsAreHealthcare #ReproductiveRights #EnshrineTheChoice

🗓Today marks the second anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned – a momentous decision that's aftershocks continue to shake the foundations of our rights in the United States. 💪The Women's Law Center remains unwavering in its commitment to upholding and advocating for the bodily autonomy of all Marylanders, particularly those most marginalized: Black women. ⚖️As we reflect, we also look to the future. Maryland voters can enshrine reproductive rights within the Maryland State Constitution this November! The proposed constitutional amendment will guarantee the right to reproductive freedom in Maryland, encompassing the ability to make and effectuate decisions to prevent, continue, or end one's pregnancy. 💵Protecting reproductive rights is crucial for bodily autonomy, physical safety, and economic security. Access to abortion and reproductive freedom directly impacts economic stability, allowing individuals to make decisions that best support their financial and personal well-being. 📊The economic consequences of restricting reproductive rights are stark. According to the Institute for Women's Policy Research, states with severe abortion restrictions have cost the U.S. economy $68 billion. These restrictions harm not only individuals but also our collective well-being. 🕯️On this day, we light a candle for the rights we've lost and ignite a beacon of hope for the future we're striving to build – a future where the physical safety, economic security, and bodily autonomy of all are protected. Ignite hope today: https://bit.ly/3UCRkk3 #BodilyAutonomy #ReproductiveRights #WLCMaryland #vote

We are relieved by the Supreme Courts decision today in US vs Rahimi. 58 Marylanders lost their lives due to intimate partner violence in 2021; guns were used in 76% of those deaths. This ruling upholds federal law prohibiting perpetrators of domestic violence from owning guns. (https://tr.ee/wqEJbDRAcy) Stay tuned for more on the impact of this ruling. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eJx3dJuS

MOMCares Baltimore is dedicated to supporting Black women during pregnancy and postpartum with compassionate doula and maternal health services. MomCares provides vital peri and postnatal doula support, emphasizing the health and well-being of Black mothers and babies. By addressing disparities in maternal health outcomes, MomCares empowers Black families and strengthens community resilience. #Juneteenth #BlackMaternalHealth Learn more: https://www.momcares.org/

Baltimore Racial Justice Action (BRJA) is a pivotal force in the fight against systemic racism in our city. BRJA stands at the forefront of education, advocacy, and community mobilization to dismantle oppressive structures and uplift Black voices. Through their tireless efforts in policy reform and grassroots organizing, BRJA strives to create a Baltimore where racial equity and justice are realities, not aspirations. #Juneteenth #EndRacism More: https://lnkd.in/ewwxDw7Z

Check out upcoming events hosted by Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle! Tomorrow 6/20 Intentional Black Parenting: A critical discussion on the role and challenges of parents in the juvenile justice system. LBS will explore the societal influences on Black parenting, address the political challenges facing Black parents and youth, and strategize on effective responses. LBS is proud to host this discussion in partnership with Black Mens Xchange and the Pride Center of Maryland . This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Moderator: Dayvon Love - Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle Panelists: Dr. Cleo Manago - Pride Center of Maryland & Black Mens Xchange Tiera Hawkes - Maryland Office of the Public Defender Erricka Bridgeford - Baltimore Peace Movement Sadiq Ali - Baltimore Rites of Passage Initative Event link: https://lnkd.in/eg5rjPDu New Timbuktu Seminar Series- Professional development providing African Centered, Liberation Focused, Community Empowerment tools The purpose of the New Timbuktu Community Education Institute is to provide high quality professional development that is based on and draws from methodologies that are derived from the bodies of work and community based institutions that have traditionally been marginalized. NTCEI will provide a variety of African Centered, Liberation Focused, Community Empowerment tools that are substantively informed by racial equity. These tools are useful particularly for those who work in the human/social service sector (teachers, school administrators, social workers, community organizers, public health professionals etc.) If you have any questions, contact: Candace Handy, Chief Operating Officer – LBS – [email protected] African-Centered Approaches to Advocacy Facilitator: Dayvon Love – Director of Public Policy, Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle July 9 – August 13, 2024, Tuesday evenings, 6:30pm-8:00pm Event link- https://lnkd.in/eZDKDZni