News from Mabel
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You’ve got Nerve: An abbreviated discussion of the clitoris aka “Clit-story”
February 26, 2021 By Catherine Chavaree (she, her, hers), Office Assistant and Community Organizer, Mabel Wadsworth Center “Clitoris”- a word that might provoke discomfort from some and giggles from others, admittedly me included, until recently. Not to say I’ve become desensitized to one of the most sensitive anatomical structures to exist (a clitoris contains approximately… read more…
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Policy Updates in Response to COVID-19
October 23, 2020 As we approach winter during the ongoing pandemic, we continue to follow CDC guidelines and prioritize staff and client safety. Please review our updated policies prior to your appointment. We continue to require masking and recommend frequent handwashing/sanitizing for all visitors. Most clients have the option of virtual visits using telehealth when… read more…
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Why Vote?
October 23, 2020 By Catherine Chavaree (she/her), Office Assistant and Community Organizer, Mabel Wadsworth Center What notions do the word “voting” include for the American citizen? For some, it may be long lines and perhaps even (pre-COVID) a social outing; for others, it may conjure up images of career politicians engaged in spirited debate, or… read more…
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Using Inclusive Language in Abortion Care is Essential
By Aspen Ruhlin (they/them), Client Advocate at Mabel Wadsworth Center The current political climate is saturated with problematic sound bites and overly simplistic messaging about abortion rights, leading to confusion, division, and stigma. Well-intentioned politicians and supporters can unintentionally harm marginalized groups, at a time when we should be centering those communities. The topic of… read more…
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We can do more.
Dear Clients, Supporters, and Community Partners, Mabel Wadsworth Center strongly condemns police brutality, racism and the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and countless others. We are also outraged at the unnecessarily brutal attacks on peaceful protestors and support all who are fighting oppression and injustice in response to centuries of state-sanctioned racism and… read more…