Fourteen years after Colombia's landmark decision to legalize abortions in some cases, the country is once more bracing itself for a historic vote.
February 16, 2020, 12:06 PMCatch up on the developing stories making headlines.Fourteen years after Colombia's landmark decision to legalize abortions in some cases, the country is once more bracing itself for a historic vote.
The Center for Reproductive Rights classifies Colombia's abortion law as legal if it is"to preserve health." Bolivia, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Peru also fall under that category. A supporter of the of the anti-abortion rights movement holds a cross during the "United for Life" rally in Bogota, May 4, 2019.Even so, advocates say the reality is that it's not regulated and hospitals often deny women the service.
Feminists with green scarves covering their faces hold a banner as an act of rebellion against the anti-abortion rights movement during a "United for Life" rally in Bogota, Colombia, May 4, 2019.
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