“While many countries have made inroads toward increased reproductive freedoms over the past two decades, the U.S. continues to restrict aid through the Helms Amendment, making safe abortions out of reach and putting millions of lives at risk,” said Rep. Lee, co-chair of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus. “Each year, millions of people around the world have unsafe abortions, leading to debilitating injuries.”.
—we can’t do it without you.“For over four decades, the Helms Amendment has frustrated access to essential sexual and reproductive health services worldwide,” said Dr. Chimaraoke Izugbara of the. “Our research shows people of all genders who have bodily autonomy are healthier, are more financially secure and are more empowered in their decision-making and participation in social and political life.