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Health and Education, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Aug 15, 2017
Technically, current FDA regulations allow emergency contraception (EC) — birth control that prevents pregnancy after sex — to be sold directly on the shelf to women and men of any age with no restrictions. But actually, reports from around the country indicate that in many places, finding EC over-the-counter is not that simple. Here’s where The American… Read more
Health and Education, Policy Updates
by Eme Crawford on Aug 8, 2017
Over the past 24 hours I watched a few amazing things happen: When a call went out yesterday from WREN that the State Board of Education was voting for a second and final time on revisions that would make our Health and Safety Education Standards comprehensive and evidence-based, over 275 advocates sent 4,208 emails of support… Read more
by WREN Staff on Aug 1, 2017
Calling all advocates! Don’t miss out on a chance to spend your fall with the WREN team. See below for details regarding our new internship opportunities. We’ll be accepting applications until August 16. Communications Internship (Fall 2017) Policy and Government Relations Internship (Fall 2017)
Freedom from Violence, Leadership and Civic Engagement, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Jul 25, 2017
This past legislative session, Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter was met with unwanted physical contact from a fellow legislator when there was a disagreement over a bill. We cannot accept a culture where a woman who speaks up is treated this way. Join WREN and SCCADVASA on Thursday, July 27, 5:30-7:30pm at Spotted Salamander as we write… Read more
by WREN Staff on Jul 18, 2017
The South Carolina General Assembly may have adjourned for the session, but the work of WREN continues. Here at WREN we will be refreshing our educational materials on women’s reproductive health and would appreciate your feedback. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete, and responses will be anonymous and not linked to personal… Read more
by WREN Staff on Jul 14, 2017
A lot of decisions are being made in DC right now that could dramatically affect the health and well-being of South Carolina women, girls, and their families. Read below to find out more and how you can use your voice to make a difference. The Teen Pregnancy Prevention (TPP) Program and the Personal Responsibility Education Program… Read more
Leadership and Civic Engagement, Policy Updates
by WREN Staff on Jul 6, 2017
Do you know that you can access your South Carolina legislators’ voting records by visiting the South Carolina Legislature website? Accessing this information is the first step in holding lawmakers accountable to the needs of women, girls, and families in our state. There are two ways to look up votes on the Statehouse website. The first… Read more
Health and Education, Policy Updates
by WREN Staff on Jun 27, 2017
Your United States Senators need to hear from you today. The Senate healthcare bill, known as the “Better Care Reconciliation Act,” is a threat to the health of South Carolinians. It would hurt women, children, and families by massively cutting health coverage and benefits, including: Drastically cutting Medicaid, which covers 1.1 million South Carolinians. Medicaid… Read more
by WREN Staff on Jun 6, 2017
Throughout this legislative session you’ve given WREN many reasons to celebrate. So naturally, it’s time we celebrate the diverse voices that made our year so successful. Join us on June 15th as we honor the many ways you’ve impacted your community this year. WREN will be while hosting a townhall style discussion with national, expert advocate… Read more
by WREN Staff on Jun 1, 2017
A lot of decisions are being made in DC right now that could dramatically affect the health and well-being of South Carolina women, girls and their families. WREN is tracking how potential changes to the federal budget and the Affordable Care Act would impact our state. Read below to find out more and how you… Read more
Now is the time to invest in South Carolina’s women, girls, and families. We need people like you joining the movement, speaking out, and leading the way toward positive change.