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SiX National Conference 2024
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Beyond Borders: What We Can Learn about Using the Human Rights Framework in Policy from the Global Reproductive Rights Movement LIMITED
Thursday December 12, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am EST
International 6 Breakout
The global fight for abortion access, pregnancy decriminalization and reproductive justice is gaining momentum, fueled by movements like Latin America's Green Wave. In this session, participants will have the unique opportunity to learn from the countries leading the way. Since 2019, SiX has brought lawmakers to Latin America (El Salvador, Mexico, Dominican Republic) to witness how a human rights framework is driving policy change and empowering communities. Participants will learn from legislators who are integrating these powerful strategies into state policy and learn from leaders at the forefront of the Green Wave movement to discover the power of international solidarity. Join us for an inspiring conversation and explore what's possible when we align with a global movement for change!
Speakers
avatar for Asm. Amanda Septimo

Asm. Amanda Septimo

State Assemblymember, New York-84
Born and raised in the South Bronx, Amanda Septimo has a long, rich history of service to the community. Over the years Amanda has worked with local community organizations, in the labor movement, and in government to advance an agenda of inclusive, sustainable, and responsible growth... Read More →
avatar for Melissa Madera

Melissa Madera

SiX Staff Session Lead
avatar for Laura Hernández

Laura Hernández

SiX Staff Session Lead
avatar for Rep. Julie von Haefen

Rep. Julie von Haefen

State Representative, North Carolina-36
avatar for Paula Ávila-Guillen

Paula Ávila-Guillen

Executive Director, Women’s Equality Center (WEC)
Paula Ávila-Guillen is a Green Wave movement leader, international human rights lawyer, and Executive Director at the Women's Equality Center (WEC). She has helped lead the fight to decriminalize abortion in her home country of Colombia, and has supported the efforts that led to... Read More →
avatar for Pilar Herrero

Pilar Herrero

Senior Staff Attorney, Center for Reproductive Rights
Pilar Herrero is a Senior Staff Attorney in the US Human Rights unit at the Center for Reproductive Rights. She uses international human rights law to hold the US accountable for reproductive rights violations and to strengthen domestic policy advocacy and litigation.
Thursday December 12, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am EST
International 6 Breakout
  Breakout, Breakout Block B

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