Alana Farrell
@alanafarrell.bsky.social
Interested in law and information with a focus on health and protecting libraries. PhD on abortion information regulation in Ireland.
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A must read blog about a landmark decision for gender recognition, just published by the High Court today.
Once again, @goodlawproject.bsky.social paid all the costs. goodlaw.social/78iw
Once again, @goodlawproject.bsky.social paid all the costs. goodlaw.social/78iw
WIN: Victory in landmark case on gender recognition
High Court rules that a trans man cannot be denied a Gender Recognition Certificate because he is trying to conceive, in an important win supported by Good Law Project.
goodlaw.social
October 17, 2025 at 11:02 AM
A must read blog about a landmark decision for gender recognition, just published by the High Court today.
Once again, @goodlawproject.bsky.social paid all the costs. goodlaw.social/78iw
Once again, @goodlawproject.bsky.social paid all the costs. goodlaw.social/78iw
"Libraries Can’t Get Their Loaned Books Back Because of Trump’s Tariffs" #libraries
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Libraries Can’t Get Their Loaned Books Back Because of Trump’s Tariffs
Libraries have shared their collections internationally for decades. Trump’s tariffs are throwing that system into chaos and can ‘hinder academic progress.’
www.404media.co
October 13, 2025 at 12:29 PM
"Libraries Can’t Get Their Loaned Books Back Because of Trump’s Tariffs" #libraries
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The programme is a vital act of solidarity, safety and self-determination. Read 👉 buff.ly/AQih5bL #GCNnews
October 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The programme is a vital act of solidarity, safety and self-determination. Read 👉 buff.ly/AQih5bL #GCNnews
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For anyone in the Liverpool area, we are hosting a conversation and hands-on workshop on abortion rights and creative methods as part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science - come join us! Sign up here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/claire-piers...
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October 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
For anyone in the Liverpool area, we are hosting a conversation and hands-on workshop on abortion rights and creative methods as part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science - come join us! Sign up here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/claire-piers...
@livunihss.bsky.social @livunipol.bsky.social
@livunihss.bsky.social @livunipol.bsky.social
According to the European Abortion Policies Atlas
"18 European countries fail to provide people with clear and accurate information about abortion care"
www.epfweb.org/node/939
"18 European countries fail to provide people with clear and accurate information about abortion care"
www.epfweb.org/node/939
European Abortion Policies Atlas
The joint EPF-IPPF EN “European Abortion Policies Atlas” scores 53 European countries and territories on legal frameworks to access safe abortion care and clearly shows that Europe is not as progressi...
www.epfweb.org
October 7, 2025 at 12:47 PM
According to the European Abortion Policies Atlas
"18 European countries fail to provide people with clear and accurate information about abortion care"
www.epfweb.org/node/939
"18 European countries fail to provide people with clear and accurate information about abortion care"
www.epfweb.org/node/939
The self-defeating aspect of censorship: the example of Comstock (USA)
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Censorship campaigns can have a way of backfiring – look no further than the fate of America’s most prolific censor
Anthony Comstock’s decades-long censorship campaign ended up turning him into a laughingstock.
theconversation.com
October 6, 2025 at 8:17 AM
The self-defeating aspect of censorship: the example of Comstock (USA)
theconversation.com/censorship-c...
theconversation.com/censorship-c...
"Call to allow ‘safe and effective’ at-home abortions up to 12 weeks in UK" #abortion
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Call to allow ‘safe and effective’ at-home abortions up to 12 weeks in UK
Experts point to study showing procedures at home are no riskier or less successful than hospital care
www.theguardian.com
October 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
"Call to allow ‘safe and effective’ at-home abortions up to 12 weeks in UK" #abortion
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"These are anxious times, not just for parents but for everyone. We live in a country where reproductive justice is still not a given,"
Reflecting on how technology and design impacted experiences of birthing and post-partum throughout history:
Reflecting on how technology and design impacted experiences of birthing and post-partum throughout history:
Five highlights from the Designing Motherhood: Things That Make and Break Our Births exhibition
The forerunner of the single-use pregnancy test is included in this roundup of objects that are part of Designing Motherhood exhibition.
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October 2, 2025 at 3:22 PM
"These are anxious times, not just for parents but for everyone. We live in a country where reproductive justice is still not a given,"
Reflecting on how technology and design impacted experiences of birthing and post-partum throughout history:
Reflecting on how technology and design impacted experiences of birthing and post-partum throughout history:
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We’re editing a book on reproductive justice in Latin America and invite extended abstracts (800 words) by Nov 30, 2025.
More info: tinyurl.com/2298h4c5
More info: tinyurl.com/2298h4c5
July 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM
We’re editing a book on reproductive justice in Latin America and invite extended abstracts (800 words) by Nov 30, 2025.
More info: tinyurl.com/2298h4c5
More info: tinyurl.com/2298h4c5
In US Catholic universities, students are stepping up to meet the #reproductive and #contraceptive health needs of their peers: www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
A student 'womb service' works covertly to deliver contraception at a Catholic college
At Catholic universities, which generally don't offer contraceptives on their campuses, student groups have stepped in to fill the gaps.
www.nbcnews.com
October 2, 2025 at 7:35 AM
In US Catholic universities, students are stepping up to meet the #reproductive and #contraceptive health needs of their peers: www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
"Over half...of Gen Z and millennial respondents reported relying on unverified sources like social media to understand their reproductive health, while 45 per cent admitted they had followed at least one unqualified “healthfluencer” for advice..." #misinformation
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www.htworld.co.uk/news/consume...
Consumer research reveals growing impact of reproductive health misinformation
Misinformation about reproductive health is a major concern for almost three quarters of British women, yet 44 per cent admit they do not fact-check medical information they see online, new data has r...
www.htworld.co.uk
October 1, 2025 at 10:52 AM
"Over half...of Gen Z and millennial respondents reported relying on unverified sources like social media to understand their reproductive health, while 45 per cent admitted they had followed at least one unqualified “healthfluencer” for advice..." #misinformation
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www.htworld.co.uk/news/consume...
"Access to safe #abortion is not a matter of political or ideological debate; it is an essential component of comprehensive reproductive healthcare." Janet Ramatoulie Sallah-Njie, Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa and Vice-Chairperson of the ACHPR
STATEMENT BY THE AFRICAN COMMISSION ON HUMAN AND PEOPLES’ RIGHTS ON THE OCCASION OF INTERNATIONAL SAFE ABORTION DAY
STATEMENT BY THE AFRICAN COMMISSION ON HUMAN AND PEOPLES’ RIGHTS ON THE OCCASION OF INTERNATIONAL SAFE ABORTION DAY
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September 30, 2025 at 2:47 PM
"Access to safe #abortion is not a matter of political or ideological debate; it is an essential component of comprehensive reproductive healthcare." Janet Ramatoulie Sallah-Njie, Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa and Vice-Chairperson of the ACHPR
In the Philippines, pregnant people are turning to underground, online abortion providers:
Click to abort: Hidden ordeal of women forced to seek abortion online
MANILA, Philippines — Women seeking to terminate unwanted pregnancies seem to have found solace in online selling platforms, where vendors openly offer "abortion pills" or herbal
newsinfo.inquirer.net
September 30, 2025 at 8:47 AM
In the Philippines, pregnant people are turning to underground, online abortion providers:
'“We can’t assume that future political leaders will respect the pro-choice consensus”: why we need to continue to fight for reproductive justice'
“On Safe Abortion Day, we need to continue to fight for reproductive justice in the UK”
“While we can’t be complacent, we also shouldn’t be defeatist.”
www.stylist.co.uk
September 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
'“We can’t assume that future political leaders will respect the pro-choice consensus”: why we need to continue to fight for reproductive justice'
"Data also showed that over a quarter, or 26.7%, of videos with abortion-related search terms contained inaccurate information, compared to 4.3% of other medically centered videos." Medical misinformation and #tiktok
Over 20% of sexual health-related TikToks found to contain inaccurate information
Young adults turning to TikTok for sexual health information are being confronted with misinformation, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2025 National…
medicalxpress.com
September 29, 2025 at 3:22 PM
"Data also showed that over a quarter, or 26.7%, of videos with abortion-related search terms contained inaccurate information, compared to 4.3% of other medically centered videos." Medical misinformation and #tiktok
Art not evidence: drill and rap on trial
Art Not Evidence: ‘Artistic censorship is a growing issue’
In view of the ongoing misuse of rap lyrics in criminal proceedings against Kneecap, Bob Vylan and countless drill artists, Art Not Evidence are amping up their campaign to protect creative expression
www.dazeddigital.com
September 29, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Art not evidence: drill and rap on trial
"Andorran prince-bishop faces law to decriminalize abortion"
Andorran prince-bishop faces law to decriminalize abortion
Local media report that Vatican diplomats worked to broker a legislative compromise
www.pillarcatholic.com
September 26, 2025 at 11:32 AM
"Andorran prince-bishop faces law to decriminalize abortion"
How abortion and post-abortion counselling seekers are at risk from anti-abortion misinformation/directive counselling in the UK:
(Warning on the presenting repeating an anti-abortion framing of decriminalisation)
(Warning on the presenting repeating an anti-abortion framing of decriminalisation)
The charity recommending ‘abortion reversal pills’ to vulnerable women | The Story
An undercover Times investigation reveals how US-inspired Christian activists are running services across the UK, offering pro-life advice to those looking for impartial support. They also recommend…
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September 26, 2025 at 8:02 AM
How abortion and post-abortion counselling seekers are at risk from anti-abortion misinformation/directive counselling in the UK:
(Warning on the presenting repeating an anti-abortion framing of decriminalisation)
(Warning on the presenting repeating an anti-abortion framing of decriminalisation)
"In a world that is constantly finding ways to legislate away bodily autonomy and hide queer identities, social media platforms have an opportunity to stand as safe havens for access to community and knowledge."
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www.eff.org/pages/algori...
Going Viral vs. Going Dark: Why Extremism Trends and Abortion Content Gets Censored
BY KENYATTA THOMAS | September 22, 2025This is the fourth installment in a blog series documenting EFF's findings from the Stop Censoring Abortion campaign. You can read additional posts here. One of ...
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September 25, 2025 at 8:55 AM
"In a world that is constantly finding ways to legislate away bodily autonomy and hide queer identities, social media platforms have an opportunity to stand as safe havens for access to community and knowledge."
www.eff.org/pages/algori...
www.eff.org/pages/algori...
I remember the flurry of TikTok videos when Roe was overturned. But as this article states, the "health and legal risks involved with these treatments are stark" #abortion
Herbal Abortion Is Making a Comeback. So Are the Dangers.
Since the Supreme Court gutted Roe, interest in old folk methods of terminating pregnancies has spiked. But the health and legal risks involved with these treatments are stark.
newrepublic.com
September 25, 2025 at 8:01 AM
I remember the flurry of TikTok videos when Roe was overturned. But as this article states, the "health and legal risks involved with these treatments are stark" #abortion
"Europe Continues to Advance on Abortion Rights, but Access Barriers Remain"
Europe Continues to Advance on Abortion Rights, but Access Barriers Remain | Center for Reproductive Rights
GENEVA, 23.09.2025—New analysis from the Center for Reproductive Rights highlights a trend of ongoing progress on abortion law across Europe, with an
reproductiverights.org
September 24, 2025 at 8:22 AM
"Europe Continues to Advance on Abortion Rights, but Access Barriers Remain"
How online helplines are providing support for people seeking abortion in Kenya. This is so important due to the risks posed by unsafe neighbourhood abortions and an often judgemental healthcare system:
Backstreet abortions fuel a deadly crisis for teens in Kenya's slums
Some girls get life-threatening injuries to their uterus, bladder, or pelvis, often after attempting to self-induce abortions using crude instruments.
www.standardmedia.co.ke
September 23, 2025 at 11:01 AM
How online helplines are providing support for people seeking abortion in Kenya. This is so important due to the risks posed by unsafe neighbourhood abortions and an often judgemental healthcare system:
Margate #queer library is hosting an event and a residency on #censorship in British media and literature in October:
Banned books reading room - Margate Queer Library - Index on Censorship
Margate Queer Library teams up with local artists Connor Sansby & Dan Thompson to host a special residency of books that have been censored in the United Kingdom. Initially created […]
www.indexoncensorship.org
September 23, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Margate #queer library is hosting an event and a residency on #censorship in British media and literature in October:
While US cuts to #aid are making headlines, UK cuts may also potentially be devastating to the world's poorest people:
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September 22, 2025 at 8:34 AM
While US cuts to #aid are making headlines, UK cuts may also potentially be devastating to the world's poorest people:
From hallucinated books to slop, how AI is impacting library work: www.404media.co/librarians-a...
Librarians Are Being Asked to Find AI-Hallucinated Books
It’s a trippy time to have a library card.
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September 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM
From hallucinated books to slop, how AI is impacting library work: www.404media.co/librarians-a...