Bye 2025 🙌🏻

The Obstetric Violence Reading Group has been busy! We’ve explored publications by leading scholars that challenge and enrich how we think about #ObstetricViolence. Read our reflections in our blog series on the Obstetric Violence Blog www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

A very special visit to the Inter-American Court of Human Rights ⚖️ A world-leading institution regarding #ObstetricViolence as a human rights issue. Forming part of my research secondment to the University of Costa Rica, thanks to the IPOV: Respectful Care project: respectfulcare.eu

Another opportunity to join Durham Law School as a three-year career development fellow in public law. A great Law School and a vibrant public law community with opportunities to teach in both core and optional modules, and excellent support for research. www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DNX378/c...

I've just seen that @camillapickles.bsky.social & co did an incredibly satisfying response to this paper, which I shall attach here: www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Finally on my secondment to University of Costa Rica 🤩 working on law & human rights in the context of #ObstetricViolence Huge privilege to have time with Gaby Arguedas & Thomas is the best touring partner. Such important work taking place on the IPOV respectful care project: respectfulcare.eu ♥️

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Have you registered for the latest webinar in our “Sexual and Reproductive Health Justice Series"? Join @drtlaleng.bsky.social for a virtual conversation on June 4th. Register today at oneill.law.georgetown.edu/events/innov...

Join us for a special webinar about the case of Diana Aleman, a 27-year-old Venezuelan immigrant living in Peru, who died after being denied timely and compassionate medical attention during a pregnancy-related emergency. Register at prosperainstitute.org/event/areito...

🤩 Open access!! Abortion law reform in Africa: A reproductive health and rights perspective www.pulp.up.ac.za/catalogue/ed...

Last chance to register for our next webinar in the “Sexual and Reproductive Health Justice Series” with Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng. 🔗: oneill.law.georgetown.edu/events/litig...

📢New publication: My latest article, 'Emerging human rights standards on obstetric violence during childbirth', is out in Int J Gynecol Obstet! It explores how international human rights law is evolving to address #ObstetricViolence Open access: doi.org/10.1002/ijgo...

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Another year, another #ReproSalon! It's time to come together again for a spectacular evening on the Bush House rooftop terrace, overlooking the gorgeous London sunset. 30 May. 🎉 Looking forward to reconnecting with #reproduction people in style. Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/new-reprod...

📢New post on the Obstetric Violence Blog! How can #Criminology & #Victimology help us rethink #ObstetricViolence beyond criminalisation? Patricia San Juan's PhD project explores alternative, victim-centred responses. Read here: www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Join the Center for Global Health Policy and Politics, the Center for Health and Human Rights, and Our Equity on April 23 at 10 a.m. ET for a critical discussion on how strategic litigation has emerged as a critical tool in safeguarding and expanding #SRHR. RSVP: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

In my happy place: Taking part in the Venice Forum talking all things respectful care and #ObstetricViolence… this time in the gorgeous setting of Florence with an incredible team of people committed to social justice 🙌🏻

More books 😍 Special thanks to Marie for sending me copies of her work! #ObstetricViolence

@bevclough.bsky.social and I are excited to announce the next event from the Shifting Dynamics in Medical Law Network - picking up on a theme which emerged during the catalysing workshop last year: movement. Info about speakers & registration here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shifting-d...

Such a fantastic gathering on #ObstetricViolence. So thankful to GIRE and the Uehiro Oxford Institute for the opportunity to share my research, engage with so many different perspectives, and for developing our community

Oxford, stealing my academic heart once again ♥️ conferencing all things #ObstetricViolence

I recorded a podcast for the IJFAB Blog talking about this paper: utppublishing.com/doi/abs/10.3...

Submit by March 15 for our 2025 conference on Feminist Accountability and Transformative Justice! Conference is Oct. 16-19, 2025, beachside near Tampa, FL—our 10th & last event at our original location, before we move to a more politically viable site. Plz boost! philevents.org/event/show/1...

We're happy to share another #CSW69 event! Join us March 17 for a hybrid event in Geneva and New York that will explore the documentation of reproductive violence. Register for limited in-person attendance: bit.ly/DocumentingR... And stay tuned for a livestream link!

⭐️ New post on the Obstetric Violence Blog ⭐️ Our newly established #ObstetricViolence reading group shares its reflections on Barbosa et al’s critique of the criminalisation of obstetric violence in human rights frameworks www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

The Obstetric Violence Blog has a new blog post! @lauradragnic.bsky.social, @paulinamacias.bsky.social & @gpappier.bsky.social explore how traditional midwifery and WHO guidelines are combating #ObstetricViolence in Latin America. Access here: www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Along with Stuart Macdonald and @drkatyvaughan.bsky.social, I am compiling a new Concise Encyclopaedia of Terrorism Law, to be published by @elgarpublishing.bsky.social. We already have a fantastic line up of contributors, but now we are looking for more!

In the third of our Birth Trauma takeover posts, Zaina Mahmoud takes us through the violent experiences of birthing in the UK and how such trauma can be rendered outside the norm. thepolyphony.org/2025/02/12/w...

In the fourth post of the Birth Trauma takeover, Manna Mostaghim illustrates the importance of using a Reproductive Justice framework to analyse the findings of the Birth Trauma Inquiry Report. thepolyphony.org/2025/02/13/e...

In the fifth post of the Birth Trauma takeover, Laura O’Donovan illuminates the injustice experienced by many birthing people: not being heard. thepolyphony.org/2025/02/14/l...

In the seventh post of the Birth Trauma takeover, Julia Drewnowicz continues to elucidate a central theme in this series: the failure to name obstetric violence. thepolyphony.org/2025/02/18/v...

In the final post in our #BirthTrauma Inquiry Series in @the-polyphony.bsky.social, I explore how thinking about this Inquiry (and our inquiry into birthing care more broadly) through a #queer lens can open up new avenues to (re)construct a caring system which serves and protects ALL who birth.

In the sixth post of our Birth Trauma takeover Frances Hand and Anna Nelson explore what is missing from the UK Government Report, including the systematic harms reported during experiences of maternity care. thepolyphony.org/2025/02/17/o...

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Happy Friday to me!!! I just got my hands on this amazing edited collection 😍 Congrats to @ecromanis.bsky.social and everyone who contributed to developing this important resource ♥️ cannot wait to draw from it in my teaching and research 🙌🏻

I am proud to have worked alongside Five X More on this incredible project. Your voices made a difference before, and they can again. Let’s continue to highlight the urgent changes needed in maternity care. Take the survey today qnbgyctb5ay.typeform.com/blackmesurve... #BlackMESurvey #FiveXMore

We’re thrilled to announce Queer Judgments is out today! This collection covers topics relating to decriminalising gay sex, HIV, asylum, healthcare, reproductive justice, gender transition, and much more! It is available to download on a pay what you feel basis: counterpress.org.uk/publications...

Please do share amongst your networks, and pass along the invite to anyone who you think might be interested. Happy to answer any questions about the event!

Such devastating news 💔 Prof Ngwena remains my reproductive rights hero! My deep condolences to his family and friends & everyone who was fortunate to be impacted by his work. Gosh. My heat is broken by this news💔 the world still needs Prof Ngwena 😭 www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...

Author copies of our ed textbook ( @sabrinagermain.bsky.social @jonathanherring.bsky.social ) have arrived ahead of publication in Feb! 🥳 Bringing social justice and critical theory to the fore of med law/ethics paperback preorders are just £30 🤩- bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/diverse-voic...

Collective Discussions 2025 Winter Term are about to start! First up: Priscila Andrade on the 18th of Feb with her wip 'Precedent and Legal Change' Join our mailing list to attend: collectivewlp.wixsite.com/home

In an Expert Column, Natalia Acevedo Guerrero and Gloria Orrego-Hoyos discuss the Constitutional Court of Colombia’s decision in the case of Sofia and how eradicating obstetric violence in abortion services is essential to advancing reproductive rights. oneill.law.georgetown.edu/halting-host...

It was a real privilege to review #Unheard 💗

📢Launched today: The Gender Pain Gap consultation on Pain in Sexual & Reproductive Health Procedures (UK). Aim: To understand experiences, priorities & views of people with experience of painful procedures. openeducation.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Open to 31 Jan. Please share widely!

Still time to apply! We're looking for a General Editor and a Guest Editor (The Polyphony Meets India) to join our dynamic interdisciplinary team. Closing date: 20 January, 1 pm. Find out more: thepolyphony.org/2024/12/17/w...

Academics grading: "Structure is incredibly important - work on your structure!!!!" Academics writing:

Exciting news! The Gender Violence Research & Collaboration Network is growing and launching a website in 2025! We’re compiling 2025 conferences in the field—drop your suggestions below. Let’s make an impact together! Follow us for more updates. #Collaboration #2025Goals 👇

I'm looking for someone to review @ecromanis.bsky.social' new book Biotechnology, Gestation, and the Law for Medical Law International - drop me a message if you're interested! global.oup.com/academic/pro...