Abortion: The Case for Full Decriminalisation

 
Public Meeting
Abortion: The Case for Full Decriminalisation

 
6.30pm, Thursday September 25
Trades Hall - New Council Chambers
Cnr. Victoria & Lygon Sts, Carlton South
Ph: 9639 8622 for more info.

Speakers:
Colleen Hartland, Greens Victoria
Anne O'Rourke, Liberty Victoria
Prof Roger Short, Reproductive Biologist
Mary Merkenich, Socialist Alliance

The Victorian parliament is currently debating the Abortion Law Reform Bill 2008. There is overwhelming public support for a woman's right to choose to have an abortion, but it is still a crime under Victorian legislation. The bill is a step in the right direction but it is inadequate for the small number of women who seek abortions after 24 weeks.
This meeting will discuss why women should have control over their bodies at all stages of pregnancy and the right to safe, accessible, and legal abortion.

Initiated by Socialist Alliance