It's all over the news: over-the-counter access to birth control pills could happen within a year!
So what's happening now? The next step involves making the case! And some policymakers and members of the media want proof the current system isn't working first — they need to hear real stories about how requiring a doctor's visit and prescription is limiting access to The Pill, one of the safest and most studied medications on the planet.
These stories will be used to build the case for over-the-counter access so we treat birth control pills just like they do in more than 100 countries — no prescription needed.
All ages are welcome to tell us about your past or current struggles with obtaining birth control pills. Heck, even if you didn't have any issues, share that story too. We need to see the full picture to build a future where anyone can get birth control pills on the shelves at their local CVS or Walgreens without a prescription.
We're sharing this far and wide, so don't be afraid to send to friends as well!
Thank you so much for being a part of this movement,
Geoff Corey, Director of Campaigns
Angela Maske, #FreeThePill Youth Campaign Manager
Claudia Hui, #FreeThePill Fellow
Advocates for Youth
Advocates for Youth is a national nonprofit working to protect
young people’s sexual reproductive health and ensure their rights.
Visit www.advocatesforyouth.org to learn more.
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