“Love isn't just between a guy and girl. It can be girl and girl or guy and guy. I don't know about you, but I participated in the Day of Silence to prove my feelings.”
—Lea, 13, CT
Pregnancy Options
http://www.pregnancyoptions.info
A Web site featuring interactive workbooks guiding young pregnant women through their options.
Find a Confidential Clinic Near You
A Web site featuring a database you can use to locate clinics across the country offering birth control, STD screening and other reproductive health services. Produced by the National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association.
National Abortion Federation
The NAF, the professional association of abortion providers, has a Web site providing news and facts about abortion, including a page de-bunking anti-abortion myths about abortion.
NARAL Pro-Choice America
The NARAL Web site provides information about abortion and contraception, as well as information and resources for pro-choice activists.
Abortion Information from Feminist Women's Health Center
http://www.fwhc.org/abortion/index.htm
Features a "Find a Clinic" page, information about different abortion options, cost information, legal information, a page with women's experiences with abortion, and other resources.
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
The official Web site of a group of allied faith-based organizations who support reproductive freedom. Also includes news and information about contraceptive options, abortion, and more.
Spiritual Youth for Reproductive Freedom
An advocacy group of young people of faith who support reproductive choice. The Web site features news and information about a variety of issues related to reproductive health.
National Network for Abortion Funds
The NNAF Web site features information about making abortion affordable for low-income women, as well as opportunities for advocacy for women's right to low-cost or free abortions.
Abortion Conversation
http://www.abortionconversation.com
The official Web site for the Abortion Conversation Project, which is committed to eliminating the stigma of abortion by creating new ways and opportunities to talk about it openly and honestly.
I'm Not Sorry
A Web site with stories of women who do not regret their decision to abort.
Catholics for a Free Choice
A Web site for Catholics who believe that the Catholic tradition supports a woman's moral and legal right to follow her conscience in matters of sexuality and reproductive health. Includes information and resources for faith-based pro-choice advocacy.
Managing Contraception
http://www.managingcontraception.com/choice.html
A Web site featuring information about 29 contraceptives and other reproductive options for women, listed in alphabetical order. Produced by Bridging the Gap Communications.
Abortion Clinics Online
http://www.abortionclinics.com
A directory service you can use to find an abortion clinic near you; search by state, category, even internationally. Also includes facts and information about abortion. Produced by Abortion Clinics Online LLC.
The Religious Institute on Sexual Morality, Justice and Healing
http://religiousinstitute.org/index.html
A progressive religious Web site featuring sexuality information for people interested in faith or already aligned to a certain religion. Be sure to check out their unique "Religious Declaration on Sexual Morality, Justice, and Healing."
Guttmacher Institute
A pro-choice organization with a Web site featuring research, policy analysis, and information about various reproductive health issues and options.
Abortion Resource Center--Headlines
This Web page includes information about abortion legislation as well as facts about abortion in the US and internationally.
Grassroots: A Field Guide for Feminist Activism
Pick it up and start a revolution!
Abortion: My Choice, God's Grace: Christian Women Tell Their Stories
Thirteen Christian women, both Roman Catholic and Protestant, write about their experiences with abortion, touching also on other topics in the intersection of sexuality and religion. 238 pages.
Peace After Abortion
A book designed to help women who are troubled after their abortions deal with their emotions and find peace. 180 pages.
In Good Conscience: A Practical, Emotional and Spiritual Guide to Deciding Whether to Have an Abortion
A book which provides women with information they need to in order to decide whether or not to have an abortion, and which discusses the options women have if they decide to abort and if they decide to continue their pregnancies. 165 pages.
I'm Pregnant, Now What Do I Do?
A book featuring information on the three main options for someone who has become pregnant: abortion, adoption, or raising the child oneself. 228 pages.
The National Abortion Federation
1-800-772-9100
This hotline provides honest, accurate answers to questions about abortion and helps you locate a nearby clinic. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ET). The hotline is closed on all major holidays.
Find a Planned Parenthood Clinic Near You
1-800-230-PLAN
A number to call to find a Planned Parenthood clinic near you.
Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Line
1-888-SXASK
The Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Line features operators on call to give information about sexuality, STDs, relationships, alcohol and drugs, nutrition and more. Operators are available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
CDC National STD and HIV Hotline
1-800-232-4636
The CDC's National STD and HIV hotline. Operators available in English and Spanish. Available Monday-Friday 8 AM-2AM (EST). The staff can answer your questions about HIV/AIDS, herpes, HPV and all other STDs. Operated by the Center for Disease Control.
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