Our Services, Our Way

Young and Autonomous

Join young parent leaders Azar Webb and Blanca Goetz in a discussion with researcher Asari Offiong on the ways in which service providers can create a supportive, youth-friendly environment that empower young people to access sexual and reproductive health care, especially those who are involved in foster care or the legal systems. They also share tips on how young people can advocate for themselves when receiving sexual and reproductive health services. Join the discussion!

Resources:

1. Center for Interdisciplinary Inquiry and Innovation in Sexual and Reproductive Health (Ci3): A research center at the University of Chicago focused on providing high-quality resources for young people to make informed decisions about their bodies. Their work combines design, storytelling, gaming, policy, and research, all co-designed with youth to promote empowerment and systemic change.
2. Youth Law Center: Offers information and resources regarding laws and policies that protect young people’s health privacy rights. They assist youth, families, and service providers in navigating conversations about consent, confidentiality, and information sharing, including specific resources for reproductive health care access for youth in foster care.
3. Guttmacher Institute-Interactive Map: US Abortion Policies and Access After Roe: A key resource featuring an interactive map to explore state laws and U.S. abortion policies and access after Roe v. Wade, providing valuable insights into reproductive health access across the country.
4. Planned Parenthood: Book an Appointment for STD testing, birth control, abortion, and more, in-person and online. ​Learn more about how to find abortion providers and resources to help you get safe, legal abortion.