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First and largest study on women's health is being gutted

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NIH guts its first and largest study centered on women
Women’s Health Initiative has produced numerous influential findings

SOURCE: https://www.science.org/content/article/nih-cancels-its-first-and-largest-study-centered-women

April 24 - President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be killing much, if not all, of a historic initiative that was the first, and is still the largest, National

Improving Maternal Health Focus of General Assembly

From news article by Kate Seltzer, kate.seltzer@virginiamedia.com , printed in The Virginian-Pilot

Improving maternal health is a key issue for Democrats and Republicans as the Virginia General Assembly gets to work in the opening of this year’s legislative session. Policymakers say expanding access to care for mothers and infants is a bipartisan effort.

“Anyone who’s passionate about maternal health...

February 12, VA NOW Richmond Days Cancelled

Virginia NOW Feb. 12th “Richmond Days” has been cancelled due to the winter storm alert. Please stay safe.

We hope to hold another Lobby Day when possible to introduce NOW members and friends to legislators and learn more about feminist perspectives on the issues.

At Lobby Day, you'll get an insider’s view of Virginia’s legislative process, the elected officials who determine policy, and some bills Virginia NOW supports and opposes. We'll share perspectives about feminist issues and bills and introduce you to key legislators.

Email legislativevp@vanow.org for more information.

Three Constitutional Amendments Advance

Three resolutions to amend the Virginia constitution passed a House of Delegates committee in November 2024 and have continued to advance.

On January 22, 2025 Virginia’s Democratic-led Senate passed constitutional amendments on abortion and voting rights. The Senate passed the resolutions in two party-line votes. Also, in a 24-15 bipartisan vote, senators passed a resolution repealing a

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Volunteering with Virginia NOW is a powerful way to support social justice, gender equality, and women’s rights. Virginia NOW works on issues such as reproductive rights, economic justice, and combating gender-based violence. This work offers a chance to make a meaningful impact, build leadership skills, and connect with others dedicated to

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Update: Gov. Youngkin Vetoed Contraception Equity Act

The General Assembly passed the Contraception Equity Act and sent it to Governor Youngkin. He added an amendment undermining much of the intent of the law. Even though the General Assembly has rejected his proposed amendment, the governor is still trying to find a way to enact it.

Gov. Youngkin has proclaimed he believes Virginians have a "right to contraception," yet his amendment will...

Virginia Becomes the First State in the South to End Child Marriage

This article originally appeared in Ms. Magazine on April 15, 2024, written by Virginia NOW President Lisa Sales.

Virginia became the 12th U.S. state and first in the South to end child marriage last week, after Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) signed HB 994 into law. The law completely ends child marriage in the state by establishing a minimum marriage age of 18 without exceptions and removes a legal

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Virginia lawmakers have voted to raise the marriage age to 18. Most states haven’t

This article originally appeared on WAMU NPR on April 4, 2024. Read/listen to the original article here.

By Jahd Khalil

Brigitte Combs lives outside of Richmond and said she came to the Virginia state capitol when she heard legislators were discussing the issue of minors and forced marriage. Taking a deep breath, she told them that decades ago in Texas she had been married at 15 years old to a...

Case Heard in Fredericksburg This Week Could Affect How Employers are Held Liable for Sexual Assault

This story originally appeared in FXBG Advance on March 22, 2024.

The Virginia chapter of the National Organization of Women organized a rally in support of "H.C.," who is appealing a lower court's decision in her case.

by Adele Uphaus

MANAGING EDITOR AND CORRESPONDENT

A case that was heard this week in Fredericksburg by the Court of Appeals of Virginia could have a wide-reaching impact on how

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Virginia might end ‘loophole’ in child marriage law

This article originally appeared in NPR's VPM on February 5, 2024

VPM | By Ben Paviour

Published February 5, 2024 at 3:15 PM EST

Backers of the legislation say emancipated minors can be coerced into predatory marriages.

When Judy Wiegand was 13 years old, she got married in a church in Clintwood — near the Kentucky border. She felt she didn’t have a choice; it was the expectation for pregnant

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First and largest study on women's health is being gutted

Improving Maternal Health Focus of General Assembly

February 12, VA NOW Richmond Days Cancelled

Three Constitutional Amendments Advance

Volunteer with Virginia NOW

Get Inspired, Connected, Empowered. Volunteer!

Update: Gov. Youngkin Vetoed Contraception Equity Act

Virginia Becomes the First State in the South to End Child Marriage

Virginia lawmakers have voted to raise the marriage age to 18. Most states haven’t

Case Heard in Fredericksburg This Week Could Affect How Employers are Held Liable for Sexual Assault

The Virginia chapter of the National Organization of Women organized a rally in support of "H.C.," who is appealing a lower court's decision in her case.

Virginia might end ‘loophole’ in child marriage law

Backers of the legislation say emancipated minors can be coerced into predatory marriages.

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