28 September is the annual day of action in support of the right to safe abortion. It has been celebrated since 1990 in Latin America, and since 2011 around the world. Recent years have seen hundreds of activities in dozens of countries across all global regions. National and world leaders have begun to make statements in support of the day, and a growing number of media outlets report national and international events and write articles on the theme.

International Safe Abortion Day 2023
Our theme for 2023 and activity reports.
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Discover our range of activity suggestions for 28 September and for campaigning all year round.