Take Charge! Know Your Rights. | ¡Toma el control! Conozca sus derechos.
With or without a parent’s permission, teens under 18 in Texas have the right to: Consent to low-cost or free birth control at Title X family planning clinics. Buy condoms & contraception (Plan B) at any store, pharmacy, or online. Get tested & treated for...
The Impact of COVID-19 on Teens’ Reproductive Freedom
In March and April, we observed a significant increase in young people who had bypasses granted but were forced to continue an unwanted pregnancy. We know that this is a direct result of the Texas abortion ban and the challenges of surviving the COVID-19 pandemic....
Meet Irma, Our Client Services Manager
Hi, I’m Irma Garcia, client services manager at Jane’s Due Process. We help young people exercise their reproductive health rights, and I make sure they are able to overcome whatever socioeconomic barrier they face to get their abortion. I also provide...
You’re Not Alone! Check Out These Podcasts About Teen Abortion Experiences
By Veronika Granado, Peer Support Leader at Jane’s Due Process If you are a teen and feel alone in your decision to get an abortion, try listening to the following podcasts. These stories can help remind you that you are brave, responsible, and mature enough to...
My Abortion Helped Me Take Control of My Life
By Veronika Granado, Peer Support Leader at Jane’s Due Process The summer before I left for college, I got pregnant. It wasn’t planned and I knew immediately that an abortion was the best decision for me. The reason I wanted an abortion was that I worked hard to...From the Blog
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