* This story does discuss themes of coercive control and abuse. If you or anyone you know are in need of help you can contact White Ribbon Australia on 1800 737 732 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander you can also contact 13 YARN on 13 92 76.
In episode 29, Cassidy sits down with Hannah who shares her experience of abortion five years ago. Hannah speaks about the psychological impact of her abortion and her experience of abortion not being a choice. It is a potent and powerful share, we're incredibly grateful that Hannah reached out to be on the podcast. You can read her article written for the guardian here - https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/oct/25/my-workplace-was-supportive-after-a-traumatic-abortion-this-should-be-normal
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State by state abortion support organisations:
QLD - Children by Choice
NSW - Family Planning NSW
NT - Family Planning NT
VIC - 1800 My Options
SA - SHINE SA and Pregnancy Advisory Centre
TAS - Family Planning Tasmania or Women's Health Tasmania
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Until next week, take care of yourselves and eachother!
The music in this episode was written and recorded by Oliver Shute and Hugo Ludemann.