ASTRA Network and ECEC Share Key Findings at FIAPAC 2024!
We are thrilled to announce that the ASTRA Network and the European Consortium for Emergency Contraception (ECEC) have presented groundbreaking research at the FIAPAC (The International Federation of Abortion and Contraception Professionals) 2024 conference. This important research, led by Cristina Puig and supported by Ewa Szymera, focuses on the disparities in the cost of emergency contraception pills (ECPs) across […]
Strengthening Partnerships and Expanding Opportunities: Astra’s Visit to Chișinău, Moldova
By Ewa Szymera, Astra Network CoordinatorVisit Dates: 17-20 September 2024 From 17-20 September 2024, I had the privilege of visiting Chișinău, Moldova, to meet with several key organizations and partners working in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The purpose of this trip was to strengthen existing relationships, explore new collaboration […]
International Reproductive Health Perspective: Hungary
The paper titled “International Reproductive Health Perspective: Hungary” by Katelynn Takacs, from The Ohio State University College of Social Work, explores Hungary’s contemporary conservative policies surrounding reproductive rights, particularly abortion. The author examines the restrictive nature of abortion laws in Hungary, such as the Act on the Protection of Fetal Life (1992), which permits abortion […]
CEDAW Report Exposes Grave Human Rights Violations in Poland’s Restrictive Abortion Laws
CEDAW Report Exposes Grave Human Rights Violations in Poland’s Restrictive Abortion Laws The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) has issued a damning report on Poland’s highly restrictive abortion laws, highlighting the severe and systematic human rights violations they impose on women. The findings, following an extensive inquiry, underscore the urgent need […]
ASTRA Network Statement on the Recent Legislative Actions in Bulgaria
We at ASTRA Network are deeply dismayed by the recent legislative actions undertaken by the Bulgarian Parliament. The swift passage of the law banning under the label of “LGBT propaganda” information related to LGBTQI+ rights and people in schools and kindergartens is a regressive step that undermines the principles of equality, diversity, and human rights. […]
Significant Progress in Advancing Abortion Rights in Armenia
We are pleased to announce a major milestone in our ongoing advocacy for abortion rights, spearheaded by our member organization, Women’s Resource Center, Armenia. Their dedicated efforts have led to significant legislative changes that enhance women’s reproductive rights in Armenia. On July 12, the National Assembly adopted key amendments to the Law “On Human Reproductive […]
ASTRA Network’s Latest Bulletin Now Available!
We are excited to announce the release of our latest bulletin, packed with insightful updates and critical discussions on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia. This issue, dated June/July 2024, delves into several pressing topics that impact our communities and beyond. Feature Articles: These are just […]
Joint Statement Calling on Incoming EU Leadership to Prioritise Equality and Non-Discrimination
Brussels, 11 July 2024 Paving the Way for an Equality-Centred Policy Cycle The European Union was founded on the principles of equality and non-discrimination. Yet too many people continue to face discrimination and inequality across the Union, including intersectional and multiple forms of discrimination in all aspects of their lives. In the current climate, it […]
FEDERA’s Annual Report Is Now Available
We are pleased to announce that F E D E R A Fundacja na rzecz Kobiet i Planowania Rodziny Annual Report 2023 is now available on the ASTRA Network website! Explore the detailed overview of the year’s accomplishments, including ASTRA’s key activities and initiatives. Learn how we are fostering innovation and making a significant impact […]
My Voice, My Choice: Uniting for Reproductive Rights in Europe
At My Voice, My Choice, we are a collective of friends, activists, and organizations dedicated to making Europe a better place for all. Our vision is a Europe that upholds equality, demands justice, and respects fundamental rights, including reproductive rights. In Europe today, more than 20 million women still do not have access to safe […]
