Our Body
Our Choice
No Matter
Where We Live
In 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Roe v. Wade.
In 2022, they overturned it.
We aim counter the physical, emotional, mental health, and financial impact, of its overturning, to make sure that everyone has access to life-saving, affirming care, and the choice to make decisions about their own bodies.
90%
Of counties in the US lack a reproductive healthcare provider.
27
Large cities are reproductive-choice deserts, where women must travel more than 100 miles to get care.
$34M
In higher healthcare costs per year in states with restrictions or bans.
$68M
In economic loss in states with reproductive-choice bans.
36M+
Women live in states with bans or restrictions on reproductive-choice
15M+
Women of color are affected by bans on reproductive-choice.
Ruth's Mission
The Ruth Collective's mission is to create a grass-roots, nationwide, network of volunteers, who we call "Ruth", to assist those in need of out-of-state access to reproductive or gender-affirming healthcare. Our goal is to leverage each Ruth's expertise and abilities to assist in arranging concierge-style services, such as transportation, lodging, meals, companionship, comfort, and support during their most vulnerable time.
Ruth's Vision
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Our vision is to create a society where we feel safe, respected, and empowered. We envision a world where everyone has access to reproductive healthcare and live a life free of fear, to make their own choices for their own body.
Through our collective efforts, we strive to raise awareness, advocate for change, and provide the necessary support and resources to increase access to the care they need and deserve.
