In 2025 , there were over 110,000 abortions in New York State. The data shows that over 70% of these women felt pressured to abort. Relational, financial, and emotional stress all factor into this statistic. It is evident that many women terminate their pregnancy as they feel out of control or simply overwhelmed. How can we help and combat this statistic? By implementing the 3C's : Cool, Calm and Collected. By working with women, we can help them slow down and process their situations, offer...

Community outreach never stops. It's more than one person sitting in an office or handing out pamphlets. I may be the Community Outreach Coordinator, but community outreach belongs to all of us. With your help, we build trust within our community. People may not know me yet, but they know you. They may be scared, uncertain, or searching for someone they can trust, and often, you're the person they'll turn to first. They may drive past Alight every day without giving it a second thought, but...

Did you know that abortion pills are more available than ever in the United States? With the rise of telehealth, women can now obtain abortion medication without leaving their homes, significantly reducing barriers such as travel, cost, and clinic availability. This shift has contributed to a broader cultural change in how abortion is accessed and experienced. A June 2026 Ms. Magazine article reports that “telehealth abortion grew from 5 percent of all abortions in April 2022 to 29 percent by...