In this episode of Speak Shame, we meet Kayleigh, a reproductive justice advocate, abortion storyteller, and program coordinator at Fund Texas Choice. Kayleigh discusses her personal journey from growing up in a military family and surviving domestic and sexual violence, to finding her calling in supporting Texans seeking out-of-state abortion care. She shares her own abortion experience, the ongoing struggles due to restrictive abortion laws, and the critical need for emotional and logistical support for individuals facing systemic barriers. Kayleigh highlights the transformative power of sharing abortion stories to dismantle stigma and offers insights for those seeking support or considering an abortion.

00:00 Introduction to Kayleigh

01:04 Kayleigh's Early Life and Challenges

02:43 College Years and Personal Struggles

04:18 Decision and Experience with Abortion

05:47 Support Systems and Advocacy

07:26 Current Work and Impact

09:29 Understanding Roe v Wade

12:21 Personal Connection and Advice

17:39 Resources and Final Thoughts

20:14 Closing Remarks and Inspirations

US BASED SUPPORT SERVICES

· We Testify; Instagram: @WeTestify

· Fund Texas Choice

· Frontera Fund

· Lilith Fund

· Texas Equal Access Fund

· Exhale Pro-Voice

UK BASED SUPPORT SERVICES

· British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

· National Health Service (NHS) Abortion Support

GET IN TOUCH

· Join the community:

o @DrConnieKerali on Instagram

o Attend my FREE Shame Resilience workshop

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