Emerging Voices
Finding Unity Through Our Differences
A young, Vietnamese-American woman shares how her community's cultural stigma around sex and reproductive health propelled her towards action; working to create awareness of the health challenges facing young Asian and Pacific Islander women today, through the California Young Women's Collaboration.
From Transphobia to Abortion Rights: A Young Activist's Journey
by Melody Nelson, Choice USA
May 17, 2007 - 7:30am (Print)
Melody Nelson shares her journey as a young, Black, lesbian leading the charge for progressive change and learning from the generations that came before.
Choice USA's "Outstanding Organizer" Pedals for Politics, Sex and Culture
Politics, sex and culture collide in Choice USA's Outstanding Organizer awardee Nora Dye's coast-to-coast bicycle trip. Dye examines the connections or lack thereof between the varied groups working for reproductive justice; from advocates to educators to health care providers.
Why the Generation Awards?
by Kierra Johnson, Choice USA
May 17, 2007 - 7:30am (Print)
Kierra Johnson explains why a new generation of activists deserve to be recognized and appreciated alongside the long-standing, established advocates who serve as mentors as allies.
