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Abortion History - Global Perspective

Links to resources on the history of abortion and the abortion controversy, from an international perspective.
Aborted Funds
In this lesson plan (grades 6-12) from the New York Times, students learn about the United Nations Population fund and the U.S. government's attitudes towards funding family planning and abortion services overseas.
Center for Reproductive Law and Policy
Search for international information on reproductive law and policy. Clickable map.
Eve's Herbs: Review
A skeptical review of John Riddle's book, Eve's Herbs, this page includes much information about abortion in historical context.
Family Planning
Research on contraceptive technology to be used internationally.

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