Midwives for Choice is a campaign led by Irish midwives that advocates for improved reproductive and birth rights for women. #repealthe8th
Dublin City, Ireland
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Our tribute to Philomena Canning - vindicated, esteemed, loved. Our thanks to videographer Moya Nolan/@irishexaminer. #justice4philomena
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We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of our beloved midwife and MfC founder Philomena Canning, who died peacefully in St Vincent's Private hospital last night after difficult illness. She... facebook.com/167780107911136…
Birth rights activist Ciara Considine of Midwives for Choice will speak today at #Time4Equality on the case of independent midwife Philomena Canning, what it means for pregnant and birthing women in Ireland, and... facebook.com/midwives4choice…
Midwives for Choice retweeted
Deeply pleased that Philomena Canning’s case has been settled by #HSE Long overdue vindication for a woman of outstanding integrity & a massive tribute to her courage #justice4philomena @midwives4choice m.facebook.com/story.php?sto…
Our tribute to Philomena from her friends, former clients and supporters. Thank you to Moya Nolan/Irish Examiner for making the video. facebook.com/midwives4choice…
Midwives for Choice retweeted
Philomena Canning’s story ‘a human tragedy’ which highlights ‘some shocking aspects of public life’ #Justice4Philomena petition handover 12.30 pm at Dáil tomorrow irishexaminer.com/breakingne…
#Justice4Philomena Well said Mick Clifford, the Irish journalist who exposes tactics of the state and its arms designed to optimise human suffering.
irishexaminer.com/breakingne…
#Justice4Philomena Petition handover to @SimonHarrisTD demanding @HSELive
settlement and accountability at 12.30pm Dail Eireann Tuesday 26 February facebook.com/events/40088882…
#Justice4Philomena will gather at Dail tuesday 26 feb 12.30 to demand @SimonHarrisTD ensure @HSELive makes amends to #PhilomenaCanning facebook.com/events/40088882…
Midwives for Choice retweeted
I’m calling on @SimonHarrisTD to do 3 things:
1. Ensure that Philomena gets these cancer drugs for free
2. Ensure that the settlement with the @hse happens immediately
3. Ensure that Philomena receives an apology for the appalling way she was treated by the HSE.
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Independent Midwife Philomena Canning's message to the HSE from St. Vincent's Hospital #Justice4Philomena facebook.com/midwives4choice…
Midwives for Choice retweeted
Philomena Canning: exemplary midwife, powerful campaigner, & the most inspiring, kind, humane person you could ever meet, please sign the petition #Justice4Philomena @Midwives4Choice @roisiningle @UnaMullally @repealeight #repealedThe8th bit.ly/2txJRHf
A MESSAGE FROM PHILOMENA
My Dear Friends
A huge and heartfelt thanks for all of your messages of love and support yesterday. It has been wonderful to reconnect with so many of you – and your children, all... facebook.com/midwives4choice…
Please sign and share #Justice4Philomena
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Midwives for Choice retweeted
Sending strength, stamina and support to @PhilomenCanning a very brave woman and principled campaigner @Midwives4Choice @Doctors4Choice #repealedThe8th irishexaminer.com/breakingne…
Thank you @PhelanVicky. Philomena appreciates your support and is glad to hear you're doing well.
I had the pleasure of meeting Philomena a few weeks ago and I was struck by her indomitable spirit. Please watch Philomena's shirt video and RT to get #Justice4Philomena