THE CASE OF OBSTETRIC VIOLENCE

Women have spoken up about mistreatment, disrespect, violence and other trauma during their experiences with childbirth. 📢

The media has played a crucial role in amplifying these voices and bringing the issue to public attention. ✅

In the Western Balkans, media, especially social media, has brought attention to the prevalence of negative practices of medical professionals and different examples of obstetric violence.

Now that the platform has been built, it is crucial to frame these stories in a right way. 🖊

❗️One’s dignity is not anyone’s whim. It’s a human right.❗️

Illustration: @maple.things