This International Safe Abortion Day, prominent landmarks across Europe lit up green in support of safe and legal abortion access.
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On 28 September, landmarks across Europe will shine green in support of the global movement for safe and legal abortion.
Geneva to once again shine green for International Safe Abortion Day
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