Entries by Steph Black

Announcing: My new column for The Progressive!

I’m over the moon to announce that my new, weekly column for The Progressive Magazine is now live! Lovingly titled “The Activist Offering,” my column will feature all things abortion, reproductive justice, and LGBTQ+ issues. Given the rapidly changing landscape around these topics, I’m thrilled to be able to share digestible, practical, and actionable advice […]

This Jew speaks out for abortion justice

This too is Torah. It was a privilege to speak today at the Jewish Rally for Abortion Justice. The time to act is now and as a proud Jewish woman, I live my Torah values through this activism. Will you join me? Watch: Abortion Activist Steph Black speaks at the Jewish Rally for Abortion Justice […]

Abortion: it’s not just for straight people

The overturning of Roe v. Wade will have devastating consequences beyond abortion access, including threatening legal protections for LGBTQ+ people. However, that doesn’t mean queer people should gloss over the loss of abortion access. Losing abortion access is also devasting for queer people too, and we should all be standing up to protect our rights. […]

Joining the abortion rights fight

In the wake of the leaked Supreme Court opinion, scores of people expressed their shock, outrage, and hopelessness at the possibility of Roe v. Wade overturning. While those who have been in the repro movement knew this day would come, it presented a challenge for those unfamiliar with how to organize and act to protect […]

Honoring RBG

While I am continuing the fight, I want to take a moment to reflect on the impact her legacy has had on me. This post is my collection of memories in honor of RBG.