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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · 23d

Our fourth reflection engages with @drrchadwick.bsky.social "The Many Faces of Birthing Freedom".
We explore how freedom in birth is shaped by structures, relationships & values beyond choice, and what this means for #ObstetricViolence. Read it here: durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Birth freedom - Durham University

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · 23d

Our third reflection engages with Chervenak et al’s claim that ‘obstetric violence is a misnomer’.
We explore why language matters, how #ObstetricViolence connects to gender-based violence, & why ethics alone cannot address systemic harm. Read it here: durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Concept of obstetric violence - Durham University

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · 23d

Our second reflection in the series engages with Roberto Castro’s analysis of authoritarian medical habitus in Mexico.
#ObstetricViolence is not just about resources but about entrenched medical culture, hierarchy & control. Read it here: durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Medical habitus - Durham University

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · 23d

Our first reflection explores whether criminalisation is the right response to #ObstetricViolence.
Drawing on Barbosa et al’s chapter, we consider the challenges of definition, systemic liability & alternatives to punitive law. Read it here: durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

Reflecting on the Conceptualisation and Criminalisation of Obstetric Violence - Durham University

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · 23d

The Obstetric Violence Reading Group has been busy!
We’ve explored publications by leading scholars that challenge and enrich how we think about #ObstetricViolence.
Read our reflections in our blog series on the Obstetric Violence Blog www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Jul 27

A very special visit to the Inter-American Court of Human Rights ⚖️ A world-leading institution regarding #ObstetricViolence as a human rights issue.

Forming part of my research secondment to the University of Costa Rica, thanks to the IPOV: Respectful Care project: respectfulcare.eu

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Aileen McHarg @aileenmcharg.bsky.social · Jul 15

Another opportunity to join Durham Law School as a three-year career development fellow in public law. A great Law School and a vibrant public law community with opportunities to teach in both core and optional modules, and excellent support for research. www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DNX378/c...

Career Development Fellow in Public Law at Durham University

Searching for an academic job? Explore this Career Development Fellow in Public Law opening on jobs.ac.uk! Click to view more details and browse other academic jobs.

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Jul 16

Thanks! 💗 The reading group had such a rich discussion and so much more can be said, but sick of giving these sorts of publications our time and effort 🙄
(And! I was meant to share the blog posts but been so busy 🫣😵‍💫)

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Caitlin 🏳️‍🌈 @feminiserrm.bsky.social · Jul 15

I've just seen that @camillapickles.bsky.social & co did an incredibly satisfying response to this paper, which I shall attach here: www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Jul 9

Finally on my secondment to University of Costa Rica 🤩 working on law & human rights in the context of #ObstetricViolence
Huge privilege to have time with Gaby Arguedas & Thomas is the best touring partner. Such important work taking place on the IPOV respectful care project: respectfulcare.eu ♥️

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Jun 25

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#ObstetricViolence

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O'Neill Institute @oneillinstitute.bsky.social · May 28

Have you registered for the latest webinar in our “Sexual and Reproductive Health Justice Series"?
Join @drtlaleng.bsky.social for a virtual conversation on June 4th.

Register today at oneill.law.georgetown.edu/events/innov...

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O'Neill Institute @oneillinstitute.bsky.social · May 27

Join us for a special webinar about the case of Diana Aleman, a 27-year-old Venezuelan immigrant living in Peru, who died after being denied timely and compassionate medical attention during a pregnancy-related emergency.
Register at prosperainstitute.org/event/areito...

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · May 27

🤩 Open access!! Abortion law reform in Africa: A reproductive health and rights perspective

www.pulp.up.ac.za/catalogue/ed...

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O'Neill Institute @oneillinstitute.bsky.social · May 12

Last chance to register for our next webinar in the “Sexual and Reproductive Health Justice Series” with Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng.

🔗: oneill.law.georgetown.edu/events/litig...

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · May 7

📢New publication: My latest article, 'Emerging human rights standards on obstetric violence during childbirth', is out in Int J Gynecol Obstet!

It explores how international human rights law is evolving to address #ObstetricViolence

Open access: doi.org/10.1002/ijgo...

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Apr 30

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Lucy van de Wiel @lucyvandewiel.bsky.social · Apr 7

Another year, another #ReproSalon! It's time to come together again for a spectacular evening on the Bush House rooftop terrace, overlooking the gorgeous London sunset. 30 May. 🎉

Looking forward to reconnecting with #reproduction people in style. Tickets:

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/new-reprod...

New Reproduction Salon + New Reproductive Order Book Launch

The Reproduction Salon returns and we will launch the exciting new book The New Reproductive Order (NYU Press, 2025)

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Apr 14

📢New post on the Obstetric Violence Blog!

How can #Criminology & #Victimology help us rethink #ObstetricViolence beyond criminalisation? Patricia San Juan's PhD project explores alternative, victim-centred responses.

Read here: www.durham.ac.uk/research/ins...

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O'Neill Institute @oneillinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 11

Join the Center for Global Health Policy and Politics, the Center for Health and Human Rights, and Our Equity on April 23 at 10 a.m. ET for a critical discussion on how strategic litigation has emerged as a critical tool in safeguarding and expanding #SRHR. RSVP: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Apr 7

In my happy place: Taking part in the Venice Forum talking all things respectful care and #ObstetricViolence… this time in the gorgeous setting of Florence with an incredible team of people committed to social justice 🙌🏻

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Mar 26

More books 😍
Special thanks to Marie for sending me copies of her work! #ObstetricViolence

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Dr Anna Nelson @annanelson95.bsky.social · Mar 21

@bevclough.bsky.social and I are excited to announce the next event from the Shifting Dynamics in Medical Law Network - picking up on a theme which emerged during the catalysing workshop last year: movement. Info about speakers & registration here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shifting-d...

Shifting Dynamics in Medical Law: Thinking About Movement

The Shifting Dynamics in Medical Law Network is delighted to host this a discussion on Movement & Law.

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Camilla @camillapickles.bsky.social · Mar 16

Congrats!!

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