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Emergency contraception is an FDA-approved form of contraception that prevents pregnancy after unprotected sex, birth control failure, or sexual assault. It is also known as the "morning-after pill." Access to emergency contraception has increased, but barriers to this safe and effective method of pregnancy prevention remain. We're working to ensure that women have access to emergency contraception to prevent unintended pregnancy.

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Webinars & Presentations | If You Really Care about Intimate Partner Violence, You Should Care about Reproductive Justice, Powerpoint

October 06, 2010

Fact Sheet | If You Really Care About Intimate Partner Violence, You Should Care About Reproductive Justice

March 30, 2010

Fact Sheet | Drugstore Dilemma: What to Do If Your Pharmacy Won't Give You Birth Control Pills or Emergency Contraception (the "Morning-After Pill")

November 15, 2009

Fact Sheet | Providing Emergency Contraception to Sexual Assault Survivors

August 05, 2009