1. What does it mean to be pro-choice? Contrary to
what some may claim, pro-choice does not mean pro-abortion. Pro-choicers support a woman’s right to make decisions concerning her own
body. We support a comprehensive
sex education program in schools and an increase in the availability and
affordability of health care and contraception so that a woman will not be
faced with an abortion decision. If
a woman does decide that an abortion is necessary, we support her right to have
a safe, legal, and private decision. 2.
Why is there a need for a pro-choice organization on a
college campus? Choice USA works as an
advocate and ally of college women.
Because many college women are
sexually active, we believe that they should be fully informed of their reproductive
options, the availability of contraception and emergency
contraception, and the services that Student
Health offers. Student Health offers a basic
gynecological exam, pregnancy tests, prescriptions for
contraception and emergency contraception, and counseling services. 3. What
types of activities are Choice USA members involved in? Because one of
the major missions of Choice USA is to inform, handing out information and
answering questions by tabling in the Pit and at other organization’s events has become an important group
function. Last year Choice USA
members also organized two religion and choice panels and co-sponsored
several Women’s Week events, including the popular “Scrumptious Sex Ed” event in the Pit. 4. How can I make a difference as an individual? The most
important thing that you can do is to become well-informed of the issues
facing women today such as where your state and national representatives
stand on reproductive rights, what it means to be pro-choice or pro-life,
and the current status and availability of contraception, emergency
contraception, and sex education in your state. Check out the NARAL
website or join the Choice
USA listserv to stay informed of current legislation and
send a letter to your representatives letting them know that you support a
woman’s right to make
decisions about her body. Also,
come to a Choice USA meeting to find out how you can make a direct impact
on our Carolina campus. 5.
How do I join the Choice USA listserv? Contact us at uncchoiceusa@hotmail.com
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