Now we have Jane Xavier talking about #Repeal and MERJ Ireland s work for racialised and marginalised communities #AbortionLincoln

The need for #ReproductiveJustice continues partly because of the failings of the change, which excluded significant communities of colour and disability and other marginalisations #AbortionLincoln AIMS Ireland

There is a resentment they felt over the exclusion and their lives experience Of the campaign. When the referendum passed someone cheered “isn’t Ireland a better place for women” but Jane Xavier immediately felt that the exclusions were built in #AbortionLincoln

Some of the core people lost what they had taken years to achieve in terms of abortion understanding and inclusion. She says AIMS Ireland have seen a huge lack of information for what treatment is available, what supports and pathways are there for pregnancy loss of all kinds

Having herself experienced a similar one to the medical circumstances of Savita, she felt first hand the callous treatment of black women in medical settings #AbortionLincoln

The first hand experience of being told in 2018 “there is a still a heartbeat” was terrifying knowing what happened before her and knowing she was currently experiencing infection

Even her experience of aftercare was messed up by the providers. She had a similar experience with a following pregnancy post legislation and was told to “go to England” - demonstrating the postcode lottery of post 12 weeks care #Abortioincoln so Repealed for who?

We're here AIMS Ireland conference: Birthing in Ireland: where are we now? Great lineup of speakers discussing #birthingrates #csectionrates #mgrantandethnicminorities #bereavement #homebirth and more!

Such a great turnout at our conference: Birthing in Ireland: where are we now? AIMSIreland Krysia has shared stats #csectionrates #vbac #inductionrates and the level of satisfaction of parents who have been through losses.

Our 2nd session on Migrant and ethnic minority experiences within healthcare services Jane Xavier It's important to give the platform to people who have lived experiences.

Our migrant and ethnic minority experiences panel was made up of two migrant women of colour! Caroene talked about migrant womens perinatal/postnatal mental health. And how difficult it is for migrant women to navigate the healthcare system. Krysia Lynch Jane Xavier

3rd session: Bereavement, loss and trauma There's a need for: 1. more supports for bereaved parents. 2. More empathetic approach and provision of information on supports available AIMSIreland Krysia #pregnancyloss #pregnancylossfeelslike

According to the National Bereavement Survey, 24 maternal deaths were investigated. Being 8 of them due to suicide!!! Maternal death increases by 43% in non-Irish people. AIMS Ireland AIMSIreland Krysia Jane Xavier

Liz talks about #birthtrauma #ptsd #subthresholdtrauma its causes, and consequences.

Home birth session happening now! It's great to hear Maria's passion for home birth! AIMS Ireland Krysia Lynch Jane Xavier

Thank you so much to all who attended our conference/agm: Birthing in Ireland: where are we now? It was such a great and memorable day! Let's reflect on: stats, discussions, and how to improve the #irishmaternityservice AIMS Ireland Krysia Lynch Jane Xavier

Fear and confusion in many Direct Provision centres, particularly ones in Dublin. A voice note being circulated openly calling for foreign nationals to be killed. Stay safe and be vigilant is a message we're horrified to send this evening.

Deliveroo dirver Caio Benicio was on his motorbike this afternoon when he saw a man with a knife attacking a young girl in Parnell Square. The 43-year-old Brazilian dismounted his bike, took off his helmet, and hit the attacker with it. Read more here: jrnl.ie/6231383t

The Brazilian driver: “I didn’t even make a decision. It was pure instinct, and it was all over in seconds. He fell to the ground, I didn’t see where the knife went, and other people stepped GloboNews Folha de S.Paulo BBC News Brasil CNN Brasil thejournal.ie/motorcyclist-h…

Stay safe out there! 🙏🏾 AIMS Ireland Krysia Lynch Jane Xavier