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<rss version="2.0"><channel><description>We’re building a future where everyone has the opportunity to choose, care, and thrive. 💛 From Free EC to fearless advocacy, Beacon is lighting the way towards reproductive freedom across the Midwest. https://linktr.ee/beaconrepro</description><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social</link><title>@beaconrepro.bsky.social - Beacon Reproductive Health Network</title><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3ml6o5sau222x</link><description>305,000+ Missourians signed on to challenge an unfair map &amp; politicians are pushing forward anyway.&#xA;&#xA;Join us 5/12 for a rally as the MO Supreme Court hears Maggard v. State of MO. &#xA;&#xA; 📍 MO Supreme Court, Jeff City&#xA; ⏰ 10 AM&#xA;&#xA;Show up. Make it clear: We know our rights. https://mobilize.us/s/7GM8Do </description><pubDate>06 May 2026 05:09 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6o5sau222x</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3ml2chyscr226</link><description>Need help accessing healthcare? Join @oacac-caa.bsky.social Sat, 5/9 for assistance with Medicaid applications, housing resources, and more! Free hygiene kits &amp; sack lunches also provided; 11am to 3pm in Smith Park.</description><pubDate>04 May 2026 11:29 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml2chyscr226</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mkupbkux2v2z</link><description>Sen. Josh Hawley is talking about Title X – but getting it wrong.&#xA;&#xA;So we set the record straight.&#xA;&#xA;Title X = essential healthcare. Period.&#xA;&#xA;When misinformation spreads, access is on the line.&#xA;&#xA;Read the op-ed at the link in our profile.</description><pubDate>02 May 2026 06:02 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkupbkux2v2z</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mkpvhwbec42y</link><description>Missourians are clear: Birth control access matters.&#xA;&#xA;New polling from The Right Time found:&#xA;➡️85% support access to all birth control methods.&#xA;➡️74% support a full year’s supply.&#xA;➡️81% support EC access for sexual assault survivors in ERs.&#xA;&#xA;People want solutions. Lawmakers should listen. 🔗in bio</description><pubDate>30 Apr 2026 08:10 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpvhwbec42y</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mkl5zuzkps27</link><description>ICYMI: Sen. Hawley’s misinformation about Title X is making headlines.&#xA;&#xA;Our focus remains the same: protecting MO&#39;s repro safety-net &amp; ensuring people can access birth control, cancer screenings, STI testing/treatment + wellness exams.&#xA;&#xA;With us? 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Hawley spends a lot of time talking about MO&#39;s healthcare system from D.C.&#xA;Beacon has spent 40+ yrs building MO&#39;s reproductive health safety-net across the state.&#xA;&#xA;Keep care accessible by giving at the link in our bio. 💖</description><pubDate>24 Apr 2026 07:05 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkap3enczi2n</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mk6vd2cfh42h</link><description>Sen. Hawley got the facts wrong, so let’s clear a few things up:&#xA;For 40+ years, Beacon has responsibly administered MO&#39;s Title X program in compliance with federal law.&#xA;&#xA;Title X helps people access birth control, cancer screenings, and more.&#xA;&#xA;Help us protect access: BeaconReproHealth.org/donate</description><pubDate>23 Apr 2026 13:52 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk6vd2cfh42h</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mk46r622ve2y</link><description>Early giving for #GiveSTLDay is now open! This regional day of giving celebrates the nonprofits that make STL an incredible place to work and live. Give here https://bit.ly/4cZtppH or save the date to give and celebrate with us on 5/7!&#xA;</description><pubDate>22 Apr 2026 12:03 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk46r622ve2y</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mjyxysiqha2f</link><description>Replacing Missouri’s income tax with expanded sales taxes would shift more costs onto everyday Missourians while putting essential services at risk.&#xA;&#xA;Missourians deserve policies that strengthen communities and invest in the services people rely on. 💛&#xA;&#xA;#MOLeg</description><pubDate>21 Apr 2026 05:24 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjyxysiqha2f</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mjopx3tdm22v</link><description>It’s Black Maternal Health Week, founded by @blackmamasmatter.bsky.social ! &#xA;&#xA;Beacon was honored to attend the Missouri Black Maternal Health Summit in St. Louis, where advocates, doulas, midwives, and policymakers gathered to advance solutions for Black maternal health.</description><pubDate>17 Apr 2026 10:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjopx3tdm22v</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mjmfithbj72n</link><description>When we put out the call, you answered. 🙌&#xA;&#xA;Thanks to advocates across Missouri, the CARE Act and Annual Supply of Contraception bills have advanced out of committee – bringing us closer to stronger, more accessible care.&#xA;&#xA;Stay engaged: join our Action Network. 💛 Link in bio.&#xA;&#xA; #MOLeg </description><pubDate>16 Apr 2026 05:21 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjmfithbj72n</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mjheab7yb42c</link><description>👏 Our Advocacy Manager Mary Timmel (she/her) made her presentation debut last week at the Meeting of the Minds conference, sharing Beacon’s mission and programs with partners across Missouri.&#xA;&#xA;Want Beacon to present to your group? 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Local elections shape our communities and the decisions that affect daily life.&#xA;&#xA;If you haven’t voted yet, there’s still time! #GOTV #movotes</description><pubDate>07 Apr 2026 20:36 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3miwmxnyz6k2r</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mio7jbjczh22</link><description>🎉 Celebrating 10 years of leadership from ED Michelle Trupiano!&#xA;&#xA;Over the past decade, Michelle has helped grow Beacon’s staff, Board, and programs, expanding access to sexual and reproductive healthcare across MO and beyond.&#xA;&#xA;Celebrate her impact – make a gift to Beacon at the link in our bio. 💖</description><pubDate>04 Apr 2026 05:14 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mio7jbjczh22</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3mij6g347d72e</link><description>🗳️ Missouri voters: Municipal elections are Tuesday, April 7th!&#xA;&#xA;Local races shape our communities and the policies impacting sexual &amp; reproductive healthcare.&#xA;&#xA;Make your plan to vote: https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri</description><pubDate>02 Apr 2026 05:11 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:bfbr4qqcrudaama6kr2glr6w/app.bsky.feed.post/3mij6g347d72e</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/beaconrepro.bsky.social/post/3miho6xjbud24</link><description>Birth control works best when access is easy.&#xA;&#xA;HB 2370 would allow Missourians to receive a full year of birth control at one time, expanding access. 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