APPLETON, WI – (WGBW & WISS) – The League of Women Voters of Appleton-Fox Cities is hosting a panel presentation on the state of reproductive healthcare in Wisconsin addressing the changes in the state following the 2022 Dobbs decision and other court rulings.
Panelists will include representatives from Planned Parenthood as well as local OB-GYN physicians.
The virtual webinar is on October 7th from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Press Release
Reproductive Healthcare Topic for October 7 League of Women Voters Webinar
APPLETON-FOX CITIES — Navigating reproductive and abortion care in Wisconsin since the 2022 Dobbs decision has hinged around an 1849 law, full abortion prohibition, and court rulings. On Monday, October 7, the League of Women Voters of Appleton-Fox Cities will host a panel presentation webinar to assess the current status of the issue.
The virtual webinar, “Reproductive Healthcare in Wisconsin,” will take place from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. on Zoom.
Featured speakers will include:
- Dr. Kathy King, Chief Medical Officer for Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin (PPWI)
- Michelle Velasquez, Chief Strategist for PPWI
- Dr. Anna Igler, a local OB-GYN physician
Moderating the discussion will be LWV of Wisconsin President Dorothy Skye, a retired OB-GYN physician. The panelists will participate in an informed, unscripted and compelling discussion of this important issue. Time will be allowed at the end for audience questions.
The program is open to the public at no charge. Registration on the League’s website, lwvappletonfoxcities.org, is required to receive the Zoom link.
The League of Women Voters of Appleton-Fox Cities is nonpartisan, and does not support or oppose any political party or candidate. Additional information, especially voting information and new state legislative district maps, are available on the League website, lwvappletonfoxcities.org.
About the League
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice. Membership is open to everyone. With more than 750 affiliates across the county, the League is one of the nation’s most trusted organizations.
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