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Protests and rallies happening in the Philly region after Roe v. Wade struck down by Supreme Court

A number of protests will be happening in the Philadelphia region. Whether you want to attend or avoid the protests, here is what is currently planned.

In the coming days, protests are planned throughout the Philadelphia region in response to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
In the coming days, protests are planned throughout the Philadelphia region in response to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.Read moreJose Luis Magana / AP

After nearly 50 years of giving women a constitutional right to abortion, Roe v. Wade has been overturned. On June 24, the Supreme Court voted 6 to 3 to strike down the landmark decision.

Protests are expected to break nationwide. If you want to attend — or avoid — a protest or event in the Philadelphia region, here are some currently being planned.

This list will be updated. Know of events that should be included? Email us.

Rally to Defend Abortion Right

(Philadelphia) Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, Congresswomen Madeleine Dean, Chrissy Houlahan and Mary Gay Scanlon, and a number of state, county and local elected officials will be joined by several women’s rights groups.

📍 June 25, 1 p.m., National Constitution Center front lawn (Arch Street side)

Stand Up For Our Rights

(King of Prussia) The Community for Change, a coalition of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania leaders, organizations and individuals committed to economic and social justice, will gather in a call for collective action in response to the high court’s decision.

📍 June 25, 4-6 p.m., Dekalb Pike and Henderson Road

Protest at Philadelphia City Hall

(Philadelphia) The Philadelphia Socialist Alternative and Reclaim Philadelphia are organizing a protest outside City Hall to send a message to courts and politicians: “we will not go back.” The group is encouraging women, LGBTQ people, and young people to join.

📍 June 24, 6:30 p.m., Philadelphia City Hall

Rally and March to Defend Abortion Rights

(Lancaster) The Party for Socialism and Liberation is organizing a march at the Old Courthouse Steps. While the overturn of Roe v. Wade is the main focus, the group will also be marching to bring awareness to how reversing landmark legislation can impact women and LGBTQ people’s rights in the U.S.

📍 June 24, 5:30 p.m., 50 N. Duke St., Lancaster, facebook.com

Rally to protect abortion rights

(South Orange, NJ) The BlueWaveNJ, the New Jersey Citizen Action, and six other organizations are arranging a rally for people to stand in community and solidarity at Spiotta Park. For more information and to RSVP, check the group’s website.

📍 June 24, 6 p.m., 20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ, bluewavenj.org

Rally: Fight for Reproductive Freedom

(Cherry Hill) The South Jersey Progressive Democrats is organizing a protest at the Unitarian Universalist Church. It will be a two-hour demonstration to “support reproductive freedom for all.” They are encouraging participants to bring signs, along with friends and neighbors. Parking is available.

📍June 24, 6 p.m., 401 Kings Hwy N, Cherry Hill, NJ, mobilize.us

Emergency Action Protest

(Media) Under the rallying cry “time is up,” the invisible CD 5 Coalition and Delco Resists are holding a rally for Reproductive Rights, gathering outside of Media’s Courthouse tonight. For updates on the event check the group’s social media.

📍 June 24, 6:30 pm, 201 W. Front St., Media, twitter.com/DelcoResists.

Planned Parenthood NJ

(across New Jersey) More than 46,000 people in New Jersey go to Planned Parenthood yearly. So, as protests erupt, Planned Parenthood NJ is organizing rallies in South Orange (Spiotta Park), New Brunswick (City Hall), and Cherry Hill (Unitarian Universalist Church). These events are rain or shine. Details are developing, follow their Twitter account for updates.

📍June 24, 6 p.m., Spiotta Park: 20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ; New Brunswick City Hall: 78 Bayard St., New Brunswick, NJ; and Unitarian Universalist Church: 401 Kings Hwy. N., Cherry Hill, NJ, twitter.com

Benefit: Abortion Liberation Fund

(Philadelphia) If you can’t attend a protest but would like to help raise funds for organizations providing safe abortions, the community arts and culture venue The Rotunda and the Fire Museum Presents are organizing a benefit. The Uriol Korean Percussion Ensemble, Sing Slavic, and Layer Meat will perform at The Rotunda, and tickets range from $10-$20. Profits will go to the Abortion Liberation Fund of PA, an organization that expands access to abortion for people experiencing poverty in Southeastern Pennsylvania.

📍 June 29, 7:30 p.m., 4014 Walnut St., facebook.com

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