It’s been a week since Election Day. Like you, we've had to pause, reflect, and rebuild our energy reserves to continue the fight for women's rights. Please know, LOLA's commitment to bodily autonomy and reproductive rights will always endure, and we're here to be a resource for you as we navigate through this together. Whether it's shining a light on the good news (reproductive freedoms enshrined in some states!) or letting you know where you can find the care you need, we're here for you today, tomorrow, and for the next four years. You are not alone.
Ballot Measures Passed
While the fate of federal abortion legislation is unknown, seven states voted to expand reproductive freedoms and, in some cases, enshrine it into their state constitution as a result of election ballot measures. Think of this as Roe v. Wade at the state level.
Reproductive rights access has been expanded in the following 7 states:
2024 Ballot Measures Supporting Abortion Rights Passed in 7 States |
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| Passed | Did Not Pass |
| Arizona | Florida |
| Colorado | Nebraska (abortion rights measure) |
| Maryland | South Dakota |
| Missouri | |
| Montana | |
| Nebraska (anti-abortion measure) | |
| Nevada | |
| New York | |
Resources for Reproductive Healthcare Access
For those who don't live in states where reproductive rights are protected, organizations like WRRAP and the National Abortion Hotline can facilitate financial assistance and provider information to the healthcare you need now or may need in the future.
WRRAP
WRRAP is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization assisting women who are financially unable to pay for safe, legal abortions or emergency contraceptives. WRRAP provides financial assistance to help disadvantaged women gain access to safe, legal abortion care.
You can find a clinic or provider that is pre-screened, safe, legit, and right for you.
If you are fortunate enough, please donate as generously as you can so WRRAP can continue to help fund the most vulnerable women across the U.S.
The National Abortion Hotline
The National Abortion Hotline (part of the National Abortion Federation) is the largest national, toll-free, multi-lingual Hotline for abortion provider information and financial assistance in the U.S. and Canada. They provide callers with accurate information, confidential consultation, information on providers of quality abortion care, and more. The Hotline is free and offers services to everyone, regardless of your individual situation.
Call: 1-800-772-9100
Monday - Friday: 8 am - 7 pm ET
Saturday & Sunday: 8 am - 4 pm ET
The Hotline is free and offers services to everyone, regardless of your individual situation.
Although legal access is crucial, it is not enough to ensure that abortion is accessible in the U.S. You can take a stance in the long fight ahead to restore and expand abortion access by donating.
Want to take action?
Above are just a few of the organizations you can volunteer with or donate to.
Feeling like you want to take a bigger step? Many of these organizations are hiring; we've linked to their career pages.
Lawyering for Reproductive Justice Jobs
National Abortion Federation Jobs
Center for Reproductive Rights Jobs
Reproductive Freedom for All Jobs