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Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Olivia Rodrigo Delivers Powerful Speech on Reproductive Rights
At Planned Parenthood's Spring Into Action Gala in New York City last night, Olivia Rodrigo was honored as one of the nonprofit's two Champion of Change award recipients. Clad in a white Gucci gown, the singer took the stage to stress how important the fight for reproductive rights remains, particularly during President Donald Trump's second term, where his administration has withheld millions in federal funding to the Title X family planning programs, including those at Planned Parenthood clinics. 'We live in a world that politicizes our bodies and uses harmful ideologies to deny us safety and healthcare, and it breaks my heart to think that, because of oppressive laws and outdated policies, some of those girls may not get to follow their dreams the way I was able to follow mine,' Rodrigo said. She spoke about the work she has done to support reproductive freedom, saying, 'Just a year ago, fueled by heartbreak and anger over what was happening in the world, I launched my Fund 4 Good, a global initiative that supports local nonprofits, championing reproductive freedom, girls' education and the prevention of gender-based violence. A portion of my [Guts] Tour proceeds went to the fund, and I'm proud to share that we've raised and donated over $2 million to organizations around the world.' She then applauded Planned Parenthood's work, saying, 'I can't express how much I admire Planned Parenthood and the life-saving work that they do. Providing affordable healthcare, cancer screenings, birth control, STD testing, and abortion care, amongst so many other things, gives women the autonomy to care for themselves and shape their futures. It's a privilege to be here tonight to support an organization that, despite countless obstacles, continues to show up with compassion, hope, and dignity for women. My greatest wish is that through organizations like Planned Parenthood and the action of everyday citizens, no woman will need to sacrifice her dreams, her health or humanity because of restrictive laws or lack of resources.' She ended her speech by honoring Planned Parenthood's late former president, Cecile Richards—and encouraging the world to channel Richards's strength and not back down from this fight. 'She led at a time of relentless attacks on care and constant efforts to silence and shame women into submission, but Cecile stood her ground, and in doing so, she stood up for millions of us,' Rodrigo said. 'I never got the chance to meet her, but her legacy of resilience and decency continues to impact me. She reminds us that standing up for what's right doesn't mean we have to be fearless. We can be scared, we can be angry, we can feel hopeless. We just have to fight anyway. Thank you again, so much.' You can donate to Planned Parenthood here You Might Also Like The 15 Best Organic And Clean Shampoos For Any And All Hair Types 100 Gifts That Are $50 Or Under (And Look Way More Expensive Than They Actually Are)
Daily Mail
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Olivia Rodrigo stuns in white at NYC's Planned Parenthood gala
looked wonderful in white at the 2025 Planned Parenthood Spring Into Action Gala in NYC on Thursday. The singer, 22, wore a fitted gown held up by thin straps that wrapped around her shoulders. Her gown featured a thigh-high slit, showing a glimpse of her glittering heels. Sparkling: She kept her accessories minimal, wearing small earrings and rings Olivia kept her accessories minimal, wearing a small pair of earrings and some rings. She paired her look with silver shoes. The star has previously voiced her support for women's reproductive rights and also launched Fund 4 Good. The initiative is 'committed to building an equitable and just future for all women, girls, and people seeking reproductive health freedom'. Recognition: She addressed the crowd as she was recognized for her work championing reproductive rights
