ABSTRACT
We stand at a critical point in time in which to consider the Reproductive Justice Movement’s future direction. The implications for women’s lives are increasingly acute in light of the extreme political conservatism sweeping the nation from all quarters and affecting reproductive and sexual health policies on all levels. The assault of political conservatism ranges from the US President and the Supreme Court, to state legislatures and local school boards, and foreign policies. Moreover, assaults upon the civil and human rights of communities of color and other disenfranchised members of our society continue to rise within our nation’s policies and its rapidly changing political climate. As such, we believe it is essential to utilize the Reproductive Justice framework as a means to unite women and their communities, and communities of color. It is also essential to use the RJ framework to link advocates from the nation’s capitol to the grassroots in order to develop proactive strategies to protect and preserve our lives.
