Documentary photograph of an activist protesting the right to an abortion outside the Supreme Court.

Documentary portrait of a woman holding a pro-abortion sign in Washington DC.

Protesters at a Bans Off Our Bodies rally outside of the Supreme Court.

Protesters outside of the Supreme Court in Washington DC.

Street style photograph at an abortion protest in Washington DC.

Documentary photograph of the Supreme court the day of the decision to overturn Roe v Wade.

Abortion protests outside the Supreme Court in Washington DC.

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Abortion Rights

We're Not Backing Down

Washington DC, United States

by Lizzy Unger

Published November 2024

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending 50 years of constitutional protection of the right to an abortion. Thousands of people gathered outside of the Supreme Court to protest the decision and the devastating consequences it will have. The anger and frustration were palpable. As an American woman, it felt meaningful to join the protests and capture the defiant energy of the crowd. The Bans Off Our Bodies protest was organized by a mix of local and national organizations.

Lizzy Unger

Lizzy Unger is a photographer, storyteller, and communications consultant based in the DC area. She uses photography to document and elevate the work of local activists and everyday people working for change.

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