Reproductive Health - Finding Common Ground in a Polarized Debate
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion on reproductive health and rights featuring experts in women's health, advocacy, and journalism. Delve into the complexities of engaging in reasoned dialogue about contentious issues such as birth control and abortion. Examine the challenges facing women's health and the search for common ground amidst political passions and moral convictions. Learn from diverse perspectives shared by Pat Mitchell, Willie J. Parker, Miriam Zoila Pèrez, Teresa Younger, and Vera Papisova as they address women's needs, the importance of accurate information, intersectionality, and potential paths forward in policy and societal change. Gain insights into international maternal mortality, the impact of capitalism on reproductive labor, and strategies for fostering hope and progress in reproductive health discussions.
Syllabus
Introduction
Introducing the speakers
Introducing Theresa Younger
Theresas story
The moral choice
The importance of information
A scary moment
International maternal mortality
Intersectionality
What is your goal
How can we provide the right information
Questions
Common Ground
The Mojave Gunship
Capitalism and Reproductive Labor
Hope of Policy Change
How Can We Move Forward
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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