Gender Justice & Reproductive Health Week
In collaboration with the Women’s Studies Research Center and student groups on campus, ENACT is hosting a Gender Justice and Reproductive Health (GJRH) Week the week of September 15th, 2025.
The GJRH week will include 1) a keynote address by Dr. Yvonne Gomez-Carrion MD, who is a gynecology surgeon and 2018 recipient of the Massachusetts Medical Society’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health Award, an honor recognizing an individual who has made outstanding contributions to LGBTQ+ health, 2) a panel discussion from the Bad Old Days Posse, a group of trailblazers who share their stories of seeking reproductive healthcare prior to the passage of Roe v. Wade and 3) a hands-on advocacy training with special guest Kyla Speizer, a recent Brandeis alumna and current Operations and Communications Manager at Mass NOW; students will learn how to effectively advocate for state-level legislation that advances gender equity and reproductive justice.
See descriptions and flyers below for specific dates and times:
A Keynote Address by Dr. Yvonne Gomez-Carrion
Join us in welcoming Dr. Yvonne Gomez-Carrion on Monday, September 15th at 5:45pm!
A renowned OB/GYN, educator, and advocate, Dr. Gomez-Carrion brings a powerful voice to the conversation on reproductive justice, health equity, and the future of care.
Whether you're passionate about medicine, public policy, gender studies, or advocacy, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!
📍 Mark your calendars!
🗓️ Monday, September 15th, 5:45-7:00 PM
📌 Location: International Lounge: Usdan
Come be part of this engaging, inspiring, and urgent dialogue. Let’s imagine a more just future—together.
The Bad Old Days Posse
Gender Justice and Reproductive Health Week continues with a powerful, eye-opening event:
The Bad Old Days Posse
📅 Tuesday, September 16th
🕝 2:30 – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Liberman-Miller Lecture Hall - Women’s Studies Research Center
The Bad Old Days Posse is an engaging storytelling collective of activists who fought for abortion access before Roe v. Wade. With honesty and urgency, they’ll share personal stories from the front lines of the fight for reproductive freedom—reminding us what’s at stake and why the struggle continues.
✨ This is more than a history lesson—it’s a call to action. Come listen, learn, and be inspired by these fierce trailblazers as they challenge us to build a more just and liberated future.
Advocacy Training with Kyla Speizer '23
📣 Don’t Miss This Powerful Finale to Gender Justice and Reproductive Health Week! 📣
Join us for an energizing advocacy training with the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Organization for Women (Mass NOW), featuring Kyla Speizer (Brandeis Class of 2023)!
🗓️ Friday, September 19th
🕐 1:00 – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Mandel Forum
Ready to turn your passion into policy change?
Join us for a hands-on training with Mass NOW where you'll learn how to effectively advocate for state-level legislation that advances gender equity and reproductive justice.
🎓 Special guest Kyla Speizer, a recent Brandeis alum and current Operations and Communications Manager at Mass NOW, will share her journey from campus to the State House—and guide you through practical tools for civic action!
💪 Come learn how to raise your voice, organize strategically, and help shape the future of justice in Massachusetts and beyond.
