Help Dorothy Share Crucial Abortion Stories Online
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About Me
I’m Dorothy Fadiman, an Oscar-nominated, EMMY-winning filmmaker. My own back-alley abortion nearly cost me my life, a story I documented to shed light on the struggles many women faced before safe abortions were accessible. Now, I need your help to share these important stories online.
Our Mission
We are posting clips on social media from my award-winning films WHEN ABORTION WAS ILLEGAL and From DANGER to DIGNITY. These films document vital experiences from an era when abortion was unsafe because it was illegal. These stories are crucial for understanding the importance of safeguarding reproductive rights in the face of increasingly restrictive legislation. See examples of our clips below.
By sharing these clips alongside current events, we highlight the pressing need to protect access to safe abortions. Our content features courageous voices from the past—including pro-choice clergy, bold legislators, and passionate activists who fought for legalization.
Why This Work Matters
As safe abortions are becoming less available, clips of these films on social media are having an impact, especially for young people with no memory of the back-alley days. Our clips not only educate, but also mobilize action. At the tail of each video we provide:
- How to check your voter registration and a link to register
- Ways to support local abortion funds or clinics by volunteering and/or donations
- Ways to discuss these issues with friends and colleagues
Our recent tests show that for every $100 donated, we can boost a clip’s visibility by over 100%, significantly expanding our reach.
My Personal Story
When I was a graduate student, an unintended pregnancy led me to seek a safe abortion. My request was denied due to the law. It wasn’t until I was in the emergency room with a severe infection that I could finally receive the care I needed. This harrowing experience inspired me to create films documenting the struggles women face today.
To date, our clips have reached over half a million views on social media, making a tangible impact. Your donation will help us create new clips, boost existing ones and reach even more people.
How Your Support Helps
Your donation is tax-deductible and will directly fund:
- New clip creation and boosting existing content
- Expanding our outreach to energize pro-choice voters
- Our support for initiatives that protect reproductive freedoms
Check out the impact of our recent efforts:
TIKTOK HIGHLIGHTS:
Lana’s Story:
o Before Boost: 16,000 views, 944 likes
o Timeline: $80 for 4 days
o After Boost: 33,600 views, 3,883 likes
Pregnant and Alone: Access to Choice Offers Hope:
o Before Boost: 4,555 views, 744 likes
o Timeline: $100 for 5 days
o After Boost: 20,600 views, 3,799 likes
What Future Do You Want Your Daughters to Live in:
o Before Boost: 1,058 views, 222 likes
o Timeline: $100 for 5 days
o After Boost: 14,000 views, 4,139 likes
Join us in making a difference. Your support is crucial
for us to share these stories and defend reproductive rights.
Thank you for your generosity and commitment!
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Concentric Media
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