Campaign for International Safe Abortion Day Pro-Voice5: Let’s Talk Abortion 2018
Campaign for International Safe Abortion Day, September 28, 2018 International Safe Abortion Day
Abortion is a normal part of life. It’s not wrong to start talking about it.“If society still dreams of equality and equity, society and people should view unplanned pregnancy as a normal illness like a cold or a tumor. Allowing them to talk, discuss, and find solutions together is the society of equality we dream of.” by Dr. Thanaphan Chuboon“Abortion is normal, unavoidable, and can happen anytime, like eating, dressing, or sleeping. It’s a necessity.” by Dr. Ruangkit Sirikanchanakul“Safe abortion for all Thai women” by Dr. Niran Chaisrisukamporn“If having SEX is a normal part of human life, then pregnancy and abortion can happen as normal. But when we hide these issues, it shows there’s a problem. Unfortunately, these problems can lead to women’s deaths if we don’t talk about them.” by Dr. Nithiwat Saengruangby Dr. Amorn Kaewsai “If you disagree, you shouldn’t obstruct. Abortion for health and legal reasons.” by Dr. Amorn Kaewsai“We will listen to those facing unplanned pregnancies with understanding, without prejudice, and are willing to provide services with safety as a priority.” by Amorn Kongsri and the 1663 hotline team for AIDS and unplanned pregnancy consultation“Make abortion a normal issue in Thai society to help find solutions for women. Just this is enough merit for this life.” by Dr. Sophon Muthusitthi“Consultation on options helps women with unplanned pregnancies have a place in society, safe from illegal abortions.” by Suthaporn Khukhanthin, Social Worker, Sisaket Hospital“When people are in distress and at a dead end in life, we will help them choose their own path. If we don’t help, it’s considered a sin.” by Wijitra Waliprakon, Nurse, Huai Rat Hospital“Our duty is to reduce deaths from illegal abortions because… every woman has the legitimate right to choose what’s best for herself.” by Dr. Orawee Chintakanant“Every woman has… the right… to choose a safe abortion. Every doctor has… the duty… to provide services to those women.” by Dr. Worachat Meevasana“The Department of Health supports access to safe abortion services under the law and medical council regulations.” by Dr. Boonrit Sukrat“Hospitals should have a good system for providing services to women with unplanned pregnancies. When a woman walks in, she should know who she will consult with, what her options are, and if she decides, what the process will be to manage the issue. Just like diabetes, when patients check their blood sugar, the hospital has signs indicating the steps and health impacts if blood sugar is high. The issue of unplanned pregnancy should be handled similarly.” by Dr. Somchai Peerapakorn“Women with unplanned pregnancies should have options to manage and solve their problems. Having options is better than having none, and the more options, the better, as people will choose the best path for themselves. But currently, women with unplanned pregnancies have almost no options.” by Somwong Uraiwattana, responsible for the 1663 AIDS and unplanned pregnancy consultation hotline“I want to communicate to society that abortion is not a criminal offense but a medical care aimed at preserving the life and safety of women.” by Tasanai Khantayaporn, Network for Supporting Women’s Choices with Unplanned Pregnancies“We support women’s right to choose their life’s path. Abortion must be safe, and continuing the pregnancy must be of quality.” by the Network for Supporting Women’s Choices with Unplanned Pregnancies
Source: Project for Developing Safe and Friendly Service Networks
