Pro-Choice Minnesota

Minnesota’s oldest Reproductive Freedom advocacy organization, working every day to ensure that abortion care is accessible, affordable, and equitable for all who need it.

Freedom to Choose, Power to Decide.

Reproductive Freedom - Pro-Choice Minnesota

Understanding Reproductive Freedom

More than choice—it's about dignity, autonomy, and justice for all

Reproductive freedom is about more than just the right to choose. It's about having the power, resources, and support to make informed decisions about our bodies, our families, and our futures—regardless of race, income, gender identity, or ZIP code. At Pro-Choice Minnesota, we believe that true freedom means ensuring everyone has access to the full range of reproductive health care and the ability to live with dignity and autonomy.

Why does it matter? When people are denied reproductive care, the consequences are widespread and long-lasting. Research shows that people who are denied abortions are more likely to experience poverty, stay in abusive relationships, and suffer worse physical and mental health outcomes. In fact, one national study found that women denied abortion care were four times more likely to live below the federal poverty line years later. Meanwhile, Black, Indigenous, and people of color face disproportionate barriers to access due to systemic racism and economic injustice. Ensuring reproductive freedom isn't just a personal right—it's a public good that leads to stronger, healthier, and more equitable communities.

Advancing Reproductive Freedom

Advancing Reproductive Freedom Across Minnesota

Pro-Choice Minnesota has been a leader in the fight for reproductive rights since 1966, advocating for policies that protect and expand abortion access and reproductive healthcare. As Minnesota's oldest reproductive freedom advocacy organization, we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the right to make personal decisions about their bodies—free from restriction, stigma, and political interference.

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Our Work and Impact

We recruit, train, and support champions for reproductive freedom through several key programs. Our Campus Organizing Interns program educates and trains young activists at colleges and universities across Minnesota, empowering the next generation of pro-choice leaders. The Reproductive Freedom Action Network (RFAN) is a volunteer-led initiative focused on expanding abortion access, exposing Crisis Pregnancy Centers, and holding anti-choice legislators accountable. Additionally, our Volunteer Clinic Escort program ensures safe passage for abortion patients by protecting them from harassment outside clinics.

In 2024, our impact was stronger than ever. We endorsed 75 pro-choice candidates, with an 80% success rate in the Minnesota Legislature. Our movement was powered by 300 dedicated volunteers, including 150 newly trained activists, doubling our capacity. Our 40 volunteer leaders contributed over 1,800 hours of service, while our clinic escorts spent 108,000 minutes ensuring patient safety. Additionally, volunteers spent more than 5,000 minutes knocking on doors to mobilize support, and our community organizers led over 40 advocacy events throughout the year.

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Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to build collective power to remove barriers, strengthen protections, and expand access to abortion and all reproductive healthcare in Minnesota. We envision a future where reproductive freedom is a reality for everyone across the state.

Our work is grounded in five core values. We believe in bodily autonomy, ensuring that every individual has the right to control their body. Through collective action, we organize and mobilize communities to drive systemic change. We prioritize equity and intersectionality, centering the voices of those most impacted by reproductive oppression. We practice caring accountability, acknowledging past harms in the movement, and striving for a more inclusive future. Finally, we foster a supportive community, combating stigma and sustaining our collective fight for reproductive justice.

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Together, we’ll remove barriers, protect access, and build a future where everyone controls their own body.