Choice is Freedom

13 Jul

Written By Taylah Spirovski

One of the most earth shattering outcomes of Roe v Wade is the dangerous message it sends to the world at large about how readily and easily a woman's right to *choose* can be removed.

Choice is freedom.
Choice is equality.
Choice is balance.
Choice is safety.

One of the most beautiful outcomes of any devastating legal, political and social developments is the way it brings together community.
On 2 July, we marched and chanted in the pouring rain alongside hundreds who have pledged their commitment to women's rights, health and safety.
Walking beside me were strangers. Strangers that I know will fight for my choice, my future and will protect me at all costs.
Strangers I pledge my love and commitment to in return. My community. To you I write:

*Every choice won,*

*but not without every battle fought,*

*to cry in rage and sing in harmony is not something we're taught.*

Alone we are resourceful but together we are resilient,

*beneath our feet and on the shoulders we stand, are the workings of emotional and economic encroach-ment.*

The deep fissures within our systems must unwind,

*it will happen soon,*
*sweet love of mine.*

Taylah Spirovski

Taylah is a tenacious and fiercely vocal young lawyer. In her role as Chief Executive Officer, Taylah coordinates policy-based projects and initiatives to advance the rights of vulnerable communities, while also managing the Voices of Influence Australia legal portfolio. Taylah is a strong voice for women’s rights, where across all of her publications and grassroots activism, she agitates for policy development and law reform that will contribute to a more safe, fair and equal world. To this tune, Taylah also sits on the Board of Women Illawarra, a not-for-profit welfare organisation run by women for women. She is committed to having the needs of diverse women met and heard.

In all of her work, Taylah strives for both sustainability and social impact. She is committed to the protection of human rights and amplifying diverse voices.

Choice is Freedom