This presentation talks about abortion issues in the 21st century. This is a complex and contentious issue, with a range of factors shaping the discourse. Legal status varies globally, impacting individuals' access to safe and legal procedures. The debate revolves around reproductive rights and autonomy versus fetal rights, with diverse public opinions, ethical considerations, and moral beliefs at play. Access to safe and affordable healthcare services remains a critical concern, while advancements in medical technology and the role of comprehensive sex education further complicate the landscape.

1. Science of the
21st Century

2. The Context of Abortion

3. Why this topic is relevant?

9. History of Abortion
Ancient Practices
Abortion has been practiced for
thousands of years, with evidence
of its existence found in ancient
civilizations such as the Egyptians,
Greeks, and Romans. These
societies had varying attitudes
toward abortion, with some
condoning it under certain
circumstances.

10. History of Abortion
Middle Ages
During the Middle Ages,
abortion was generally
considered a sin, but its legal
status varied across regions
and time periods. The Catholic
Church played a significant
role in shaping attitudes
toward abortion.

11. History of Abortion
19th Century
In the 19th century, as medical
knowledge advanced, abortion
practices became safer.
However, it remained illegal in
many countries. Abortion was
often seen as a crime rather
than a medical procedure.

12. History of Abortion
Advances in Reproductive Technology in the 21st Century
Advances in reproductive technology, including the development of the morning-after
pill and medical abortion methods, have further shaped the abortion landscape. These
options have provided women with additional choices and alternatives to surgical
procedures.

13. Why Women Choose to Abort
1 Personal Circumstances
Factors such as financial stability, relationship
status, or maternal health can influence a
woman's decision to abort.
2 Unintended Pregnancy
Approximately 45% of all pregnancies
worldwide are unintended, leading to
considering options like abortion.

15. Controversies and Ethical Considerations
Pro-choice Perspective
The belief that a woman has
the right to make decisions
about her own body and
pregnancy, including the
option to abort.
Pro-life Perspective
The belief that human life
begins at conception and
that abortion is ethically
and morally wrong,
valuing fetal rights.
Legal and Policy
Debates
Abortion laws and policies
differ worldwide, often
reflecting the ongoing
debates surrounding
women's reproductive
rights.

16. Entrepreneurship in Healthcare Advocacy:
Can entrepreneurship be a force for social change in
the context of reproductive rights and healthcare
access?