Barcelona, 1-3 octobre 2026: „Beyond divisions: Rethinking contraception and abortion in a rapidly changing world“

09:00-
17:30
Pre-conference sessions 1 (registration needed) The International Forum on Alliances for the Right to Abortion: Activism for Transforming Healthcare Systems and Community Spaces
- More information can be found here
  Abstract and more Information
  
  The International Forum on Alliances for the Right to Abortion: Activism for Transforming Healthcare Systems and Community Spaces, will take place onOctober 1 in Barcelona. Organized by the Quiero Abortar, a program of the L’Associació pels Drets Sexuals i Reproductius, this event will be a unique opportunity to come together, share experiences, and collectively reflect on the many forms of activism that make access to abortion possible. Healthcare professionals, community activists, researchers, legal experts, organizations, and public policy leaders will gather to exchange lessons learned, discuss challenges, and explore future strategies.
  
  We aim to create a meeting space for more than 200 activists from around the world. The forum will feature 20 speakers from 10 countries, with simultaneous interpretation available in Catalan, Spanish, and English.
  
  Throughout the day, we will explore four key themes:
  
  Activism within healthcare systems
  
  Community-based activism and feminist accompaniment networks
  
  Research and knowledge production as tools for change
  
  Social, legal, and political mobilization
  
  The forum will be held as a pre-conference event to the FIAPAC International Conference (the International Federation of Abortion and ContraceptionProfessionals), which will also take place in Barcelona. It aims to strengthen alliances among the diverse actors working to advance and safeguard sexual and reproductive rights.
  
  Practical information: Registration is free but requires prior sign-up (places are limited). Simultaneous interpretation will be provided in Catalan, Spanish, and English.
  
  📍 Location: Universitat Pompeu Fabra – Campus de la Ciutadella, Barcelona
  
  You can also consult the pre-programme here.
  
  We hope to see you there!

12:00-
17:30
Pre-Conference sessions 2 (registration needed) Building Capacity for Dilatation and Evacuation (D&E): Care, Training, and Service Development
- More information can be found here
  Abstract and more Information
  
  This workshop will bring together clinicians, educators, trainers, and advocates interested in strengthening D&E practice, training, service development, and advocacy across Europe.
  
  Topic Areas:
  
  D&E evidence update
  
  Teaching D&E through simulation, including hands-on practice with low-tech simulators
  
  Advancing D&E provision and training in local and national settings
  
  Creating country-level coalitions to expand service delivery
  
  Activism and policy change to support access and service development
  
  Extra information and reservation:
  
  Light refreshments will be provided during the workshop
  
  Please register by sending an e-mail to BPAS: research@bpas.org
  
  Cost: Free for FIAPAC conference registrants. Separate registration is required