Planned Parenthood Advocates for DC, Maryland & NoVa

“Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.” - Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)

The Biden administration's recognition of the ERA as the 28th Amendment in the U.S. Constitution brings America a step closer in the fight for abortion access and gender equity.

Learn more about the ERA and its potential impact: https://ampr.gs/3PJreKM

The ERA Solidifies Women’s Rights in the Constitution as the 28th Amendment The federal government has finally recognized the Equal Rights Amendment as the 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ushering in a whole new era for gender parity in this country.

Join Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia as they knock doors to protect the pro-reproductive rights majority in Virginia's Senate, canvassing to inform voters of the upcoming special election and what's at stake in this race.

Sign up for 12/14 Canvassing: https://bit.ly/3OUNiRS
Sign up for 12/15 Canvassing: https://bit.ly/3ZKRHxc

Can't canvass? There's also phonebanking!

Sign up for 12/19 Phonebanking: https://bit.ly/3ZNS8H7

In case you missed it, PPADMV was in the US Capitol last week meeting with elected officials, discussing ways to safeguard reproductive rights in the region and nationally.

There is a lot of work ahead of us when it comes to protecting access to abortion and other essential sexual and reproductive health care, and we are grateful to have met with leaders on this matter. A huge thank you to Congressman Steny Hoyer (D-MD-5), Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD-4), and Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD-8), and their respective offices for holding space with the PPADMV board!

We're not backing down.

The fight for freedom over our bodies and our futures isn't over yet, no matter the frustrating results from the 2024 Election. PPADMV will continue advocating for you and your communities, and won't stop until EVERYONE can access the sexual and reproductive health care that they need. No election results will change that.

Read Executive Director of PPADMV Erin Bradley's statement on the 2024 Election.

You did it, Maryland! The Reproductive Freedom amendment passed thanks to voters, volunteers, and our friends Freedom in Reproduction Maryland who worked tirelessly to protect bodily autonomy in the state. Not just now, but for future generations of Marylanders.

Read Executive Director of PPADMV Erin Bradley's statement on this historic win.

When abortion is on the ballot, it wins. 🏆

That includes in Maryland, where reproductive rights came out victorious with the newly passed Reproductive Freedom amendment. Thanks to Maryland voters, the future of abortion, IVF, and birth control access is now safeguarded within the state with the strongest protections possible.

It's Election Day, DMV! 🙌

Polls are open until 7 PM in Virginia, 8 PM in DC and Maryland. As long as you're in line by the time polls close you can still vote.

Still need to register to vote? Bring your ID to a polling location for same-day registration.

Together we decide the future of democracy and the future of reproductive freedom in America, so don't miss out on using your voice and voting. 🗳️

To find your nearest/assigned polling place and voting rights resources for your state, visit: https://linktr.ee/ppadmv_vote

A statement from Erin Bradley, Executive Director of PPADMV, on SCOTUS's decision to allow the purging of Virginia voter rolls:

"Planned Parenthood Advocates for DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia strongly condemns the Supreme Court’s upholding of a state program that purges registered voters from its registration polls. Any effort to disenfranchise voters, especially this close to an election, is a step backwards in a democratic system.

“To all of those who are eligible to vote in Virginia, it is important you know your rights. If you are an eligible voter who has unjustly been removed from these rolls, you can still vote! Virginia allows voters to register on the same day they vote, meaning you can re-register and make your voice heard at the polls."

📣 Virginia voters: you still have the right to vote, and there's still ways to cast your ballot in the 2024 election if you were purged.

First, check your registration status: https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation

Then, learn about same day registration and casting a provisional ballot: https://www.elections.virginia.gov/registration/same-day-voter-registration/

And when you're at the poll, make sure to know your voting rights: https://www.acluva.org/voters-rights

Home Same day registration refers to the ability to register to vote in-person and immediately vote a provisional ballot after the deadline to register and vote a non-provisional ballot has passed.

Early voting starts today, Maryland! 🗳️

Head to an early voting location near you between now and Oct. 31st and skip the election day lines, all while doing your part to protect democracy and reproductive freedom.

Still need to register to vote? No problem! Bring a document that has your current address (i.e. an ID, utility bill, or other government document) and you'll be able to register and vote the same day.

For more information on early voting and to find your nearest early voting center, visit: elections.maryland.gov/voting/early_voting.html

And for resources on voting in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, visit: linktr.ee/ppadmv_vote

Planned Parenthood Advocates for DC, Maryland & NoVa's volunteers, team, and co-CEO Karen J. Nelson were proud to be out in Prince George's County this weekend in support of Maryland's Reproductive Freedom referendum!

We knocked on 250 doors (‼️) informing voters that abortion is on their ballot in just a few weeks. Where it'll be up to Maryland voters this November 5th whether they protect the right to abortion and birth control in the state's constitution, ensuring their access now and in the future.

Interested in learning more about Maryland's Reproductive Freedom referendum? Visit our friends Freedom in Reproduction Maryland who are leading the charge on Question 1.

Missed the opportunity to phonebank with us on Question 1? No problem!

PPADMV is going to be on the ground this weekend, Sunday Oct. 20th, door knocking in support of the Reproductive Freedom referendum!

Join us Oct. 20th as we canvass in Prince George's County, spreading the word to Maryland voters that a "YES" on Question 1 is a "YES" for protecting access to abortion and birth control, adding it as a fundamental right in the state constitution.

Sign up for 10/18 Virtual Canvass Training: https://bit.ly/4f4obHp
Sign up for 10/20 Door Canvassing: https://bit.ly/3BHbfcm

The November election is only 3 weeks away, which is why PPADMV is revving up our efforts to inform Maryland voters about Question 1, the Reproductive Freedom referendum that will protect access to abortion and birth control in the state's constitution.

Join us as we phonebank and canvass to let voters know that abortion is on Maryland's ballot and it's time to decide the future of reproductive freedom in the state.

Sign up for 10/16 Virtual Phonebanking: https://bit.ly/4dLTBRY

Sign up for 10/18 Virtual Canvass Training: https://bit.ly/4f4obHp

Sign up for 10/20 Door Canvassing in Prince George's County: https://bit.ly/3BHbfcm