The Brigid Alliance’s mission

New abortion bans mean 20.9 million women have lost access to elective abortion since the overturning of Roe V. Wade, according to the Washington Post. The Brigid Alliance, a nonprofit organization, provides solutions for people facing abortion barriers in their state. In this article, we will take a look at the many ways The Brigid Alliance supports women seeking access to abortion care. Please read on to learn about some of the hard work it does to keep reproductive healthcare accessible.

The Brigid Alliance is a referral-based service that connects those needing abortions to professionals who can help. Since its founding in 2018, it has helped over 25,000 individuals travel to receive abortion care. Currently, “26 states are certain or likely to ban abortion to the fullest extent possible”, according to Guttmacher Institute President Herminia Palacio. With abortion laws becoming trickier to navigate from state to state, travel is becoming necessary for many people to receive healthcare. The Brigid Alliance will book and pay for transportation for its clients, allowing them to conserve time and energy.

Those traveling to receive abortions may have difficulty finding a place to stay and affording the costly arrangements needed during their treatment. That’s why The Brigid Alliance takes over booking and pays for hotel stays. If affording food is an issue, it will reimburse meal costs during the trip. For parents who are looking for assistance with childcare, The Brigid Alliance compensates childcare costs.

The Brigid Alliance wants to make a difference in the lives of those disproportionately affected by abortion restrictions. It works with individuals below the poverty line, people of color, minors, undocumented immigrants, uninsured individuals, and other communities to find solutions. Prioritizing clients who are beyond 15 weeks of pregnancy, this organization helps people who have the most difficulty financially and with finding a provider near them.

Besides lifting financial burdens, The Brigid Alliance is available to offer compassionate and supportive guidance to its clients throughout the entire process. Its hardworking coordinators work with both the patient and the provider during the travel period to ensure everything goes smoothly. If you want The Brigid Alliance to work with you, find one of its partner clinics below and ask a provider to make a referral on your behalf. Within 24-48 hours of receiving your referral, a Brigid Alliance coordinator will contact you for a confidential conversation.

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The Brigid Alliance Partner Clinics