Press & Media
From the ability to write articles for major publications, to being provided platforms to speak in forums and discussions; We are so grateful for the opportunities we have been given to promote our advocacy in our island community and beyond! This page showcases what we have been doing since our launch and are for folks who are curious about our work, media presence, and what we stand for as a reproductive rights organization.
CSW69 Virtual Parallel Event– Famalao’an Rights: Activating Reproductive Justice in Guåhan
Join Maria Dolojan and Ha’åni San Nicolas at the 69th UN Commission on the Status of Women as they explore the nuances of reproductive justice advocacy in Guåhan and highlight the work that’s been done to better the conditions of women and increase access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive healthcare.
LETTER: It's time to remove in-person requirements for abortion care in Guam
Our Co-Founder and Executive Director, Stephanie Lorenzo reflects on the challenges of abortion access on Guam, emphasizing the burdensome requirement for in-person counseling for telemedicine medication abortions, despite its proven safety and effectiveness, and calls for removing unnecessary barriers to streamline care.
ACLU Feature
“Indigenous and Filipino Women are Leading the Fight for Reproductive Justice in Guam”
Though the road is long, Famalao'an Rights continue to make gains in their movement for abortion access.
LETTER: The fight for abortion access is not over
Ha’åni San Nicolas, Famalao’an Rights' Indigenous Relations and Communications Director, writes a letter to our community about the state of reproductive rights on our island and what we need to do to secure the future of abortion access on Guam.
New York Times Feature
We were interviewed by David W. Chen for his article on the state of abortion access on Guam.
Famalao’an Talks With Dr. Leon Guerrero
Kiana Yabut interviews Dr. Shanti Leon Guerreo discussing matters pertaining to reproductive rights and health care…
Fanachu Podcast Interview
Kiana Yabut and Ha'åni San Nicolas are guests on the Fanachu Podcast, hosted by Ed "Pulan Speaks" Leon Guerrero.
After Decades Of Hush-Hush Attitudes,We Can Do So Much Better.
In a letter to the editor, Famalåo’an Rights’ Juliana Flores Baza highlights the need for comprehensive sexual health education on Guam.
Reproductive Rights In The Marianas
The Chamoru Club at the University of Portland organized a virtual forum titled “Women’s Reproductive Rights in the Marianas” featuring our Famalåo’an Rights Board Members.
TEEN VOGUE FEATURE: There Are No Abortion Providers In Guam. We Must Change That.
In this op-ed, Maria Dolojan, Famalåo’an Rights’ Founder & Director of Institutional Giving, underscores the need for abortion access in Guam.