{"product_id":"decriminalizing-abortion-in-northern-ireland-9781350278912","title":"Decriminalizing Abortion in Northern Ireland","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbortion remains one of the most politicized issues globally and whilst some countries such as the USA continue to experience restrictions to access to abortion, Northern Ireland stands out as having enacted historical positive change in abortion law, from an almost complete ban throughout the Twentieth Century to decriminalization achieved in 2019. This book documents and analyzes how this historical change was achieved.    This, the second of two volumes, places emphasis on allies and support for abortion provision, illustrating how the movement has relied upon an intersectional network of social movement actors, NGOs and fundraisers to maintain momentum and inclusivity. It also focuses on the reality of abortion provision. Each chapter is written by those directly involved in the long-fought battle to change abortion law - including those with personal experience of seeking abortions, activists, academics, legal experts, political actors, NGOs, and volunteers.    This interdisciplin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese two volumes, \u003ci\u003eDecriminalizing Abortion in Northern Ireland, \u003c\/i\u003eare a remarkable achievement. Bloomer and Campbell have pulled together the voices of abortion seekers, abortion activists, people working in non-government organisations, policy-makers and academics to document how abortion was decrminialized in Northern Ireland. Given the Northern Ireland political system (devolved legislature; consociationalism), the stories told are complex and deeply personal. Authors cover a vast array of topics, including legal debates, abortion campaigns and struggles, alliances and coalitions, strategic litigation, the confluence of local and international dynamics, personal tragedies and resilience, political acts of betrayal, research, protests, education, silences, volunteerism, myths, misinformation, as well as the role of international solidarity, the Irish diaspora, trade unions, student movements, LGBTQ+ and women's movements, and the courageous actions of various abortion providers. As pointed out by the editors, \"no one single action can ever deliver social change\". These books show, however, how concerted feminist effort can and must win the day. The volumes are a must-read for anybody - whether professionally or personally - interested in ensuring reproductive justice and agency for people with uteri. * Professor Catriona Macleod, Rhodes University, South Africa *\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent and inspiring account of the long movement for abortion decriminalisation in Northern Ireland. The editors have pulled together the accounts and analysis of key actors in the campaign in order to provide original and comprehensive  coverage of the wide range of activities that made this success possible. This is a timely publication, given recent attacks on abortion rights, that will be invaluable for activists everywhere * Professor Lesley Hoggart, The Open University, UK *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDecriminalizing Abortion in Northern Ireland\u003c\/i\u003e is a deep dive into the long road to decriminalisation, spanning two volumes and a timeline of decades … These two volumes tell the rich history of the abortion rights movement in NI, and how a constellation of movements and actors came together to achieve decriminalisation. They are a must-read for anyone researching abortion rights, and for those unfamiliar with the NI context, provide a thorough introduction -- Dr Zoe L. Tongue * Frontiers of Socio-Legal Studies *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgments  List Of Contributors  1. Introduction \u003ci\u003eEmma Campbell And Fiona Bloomer\u003c\/i\u003e  Theme 3 Allied Organisations\/ Activities  2. London-Irish Abortion Rights Campaign (LIARC) \u003ci\u003eCara Sanquest\u003c\/i\u003e  3. Repeal And Irish Partnerships \u003ci\u003eDanielle Roberts\u003c\/i\u003e  4. The Meaning And Impact Of International Solidarity For Abortion Rights In Ni\u003ci\u003eemilie Weiderud And Katie Gillum\u003c\/i\u003e  5. From The Underground To The Avant-Garde: A Conversation On Contributions Of The Irish Feminist Diaspora To Reproductive Justice In NI \u003ci\u003eAnn Rossiter And Helena Walsh\u003c\/i\u003e  6. Rally For Choice\u003ci\u003e Elaine Crory, Emma Wallace And Fionnghuala Nic Roibeaird\u003c\/i\u003e  7. Art, Alliance For Choice And Activism \u003ci\u003eEmma Campbell\u003c\/i\u003e  8. The Trade Union Movement Influence On Abortion Law Changes In NI And The Republic Of Ireland \u003ci\u003eNaomi Connor And Noirin Mcnamara\u003c\/i\u003e  9. The Student Movement \u003ci\u003eRachel Powell And Hamsavani Rajeswaren\u003c\/i\u003e  10. The Women’s Sector\u003ci\u003e Ann Mcvicker And Helen Crickard\u003c\/i\u003e  11. Medical Students For Choice (MSFC) \u003ci\u003eJill Mcmanus\u003c\/i\u003e  12. Reflecting On How The LGBTQ+ Movement Engaged With The Pro-Choice Movement To Support And Champion The Journey To Decriminalisation \u003ci\u003eDanielle Mackle And Alexa Moore And Danielle Roberts\u003c\/i\u003e  13. Faith And Abortion \u003ci\u003eKellie Turtle And Fiona Bloomer\u003c\/i\u003e  14\u003ci\u003e. \u003c\/i\u003eWhispered Conversations: Disability And Abortion \u003ci\u003eRachel Powell, Jakki Hanlon And Fiona Mcmahon\u003c\/i\u003e  15. NI Life And Times Survey (NILT) \u003ci\u003eAnn Marie Gray\u003c\/i\u003e  Theme 4 Abortion Provision  16. Midwives \u003ci\u003eBreedagh Hughes\u003c\/i\u003e  17. The Human Cost Of NI’s Abortion Law: An Abortion Fund Story \u003ci\u003eMara Clarke\u003c\/i\u003e  18. Putting Abortion Pills And Knowledge Into Women’s Hands In NI \u003ci\u003eSusan Yanow\u003c\/i\u003e  19. From Abortion Ship To Telemedicine: Women On Waves And Women On Web In Northern Ireland \u003ci\u003eHazal Atay\u003c\/i\u003e  20. MSI Clinic Escorts \u003ci\u003eNatalie Biernat And Saoirse Johnston\u003c\/i\u003e  21. The Role Of Abortion Pills In Decriminalisation \u003ci\u003eGoretti Horgan\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003ci\u003e22. \u003c\/i\u003eDoctors For Choice \u003ci\u003eLeanne Morgan, Laura Mclaughlin, Aly Hunter, Jayne Kavanaugh And Siobhan Kirk\u003c\/i\u003e  23. Conclusion \u003ci\u003eEmma Campbell And Fiona Bloomer\u003c\/i\u003e    \u003cb\u003eAppendices\u003c\/b\u003e  Glossary  Bibliography  Index","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51742432297303,"sku":"9781350278912","price":999.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781350278912.jpg?v=1758384930","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/decriminalizing-abortion-in-northern-ireland-9781350278912","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}