Join us on 27 February for an evening discussion with Fiona Bloomer, Emma Campbell, Goretti Horgan and Breedagh Hughes.
Almost one year on from the new abortion framework in Northern Ireland, provision is scarce. Amid the upheaval of a pandemic, Brexit and the reality of abortion care commissioning, abortion in Northern Ireland remains fragile. While telemedicine has been rolled out across Britain, basic healthcare remains out of reach for many in Northern Ireland.
The difference in experience between those in Britain and those in Northern Ireland is a painfully familiar story, but why have such contrasting paths been taken in Britain and Northern Ireland? What has made abortion such a different experience for people and governments within the same state? How, and to what extent, can those of us in Britain understand the experience in Northern Ireland? Has a familiarity with difference allowed an acceptance of disconnect?
We will hear from four experienced activists based in Northern Ireland. Drawing on years of experience, we will discuss how histories have differed, how futures may vary, and how connection can be made as we look forwards.