Reproductive and Sexual Health
The Oregon Reproductive Health Program works with clinics across the state to offer free or low-cost reproductive health services and birth control. As part of the Adolescent, Screenwise and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Section, the Reproductive Health Program commits to working towards racial equity by addressing racism, acknowledging implicit bias, and shifting how we do what we do. We accept that our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) means a commitment to constant learning – we will make mistakes, but we are determined to learn from them and to improve.
The Oregon Reproductive Health Program works with clinics across the state to offer free or low-cost reproductive health services and birth control. As part of the Adolescent, Screenwise and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Section, the Reproductive Health Program commits to working towards racial equity by addressing racism, acknowledging implicit bias, and shifting how we do what we do. We accept that our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) means a commitment to constant learning – we will make mistakes, but we are determined to learn from them and to improve. Racial Equity Values and Principles Adolescent, ScreenWise and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Section ASRH Community Engagement Principles and Values Purpose This document is intended to remind managers and staff of the section’s principles and commitments when making programmatic decisions, especially those related to community engagement efforts. The document is for internal programmatic use and not for public distribution. Vision The Adolescent Health, ScreenWise, and Reproductive Health Section (ASRH) envisions an Oregon where racial inequities are eliminated, and all community members are empowered to thrive. Community Engagement Principles ASRH centers its racial equity work around community engagement and acknowledges the following principles as we work toward our vision: Government agencies, programs, and policies create harm in Black, Indigenous, and other communities of people of color. Historically, these communities have experienced health disparities resulting in delayed access to care, poorer health outcomes, and ongoing trauma. ASRH must center the needs and voices of these communities in developing policies, programs, and procedures to eliminate racial disparities in health. Long-term partnering with organizations run by and for these communities is key to lessening the racial disparities in health and improving health outcomes for all Oregonians. Taking risks and trying new strategies to support these communities serves ASRH’s vision. Community Engagement Values & Commitments ASRH leadership and staff commit to the following values and strategies to work toward our vision in collaboration with communities of people who historically have experienced health disparities. Restorative Practices We invest in long-term partnerships with a diverse network of community-based organizations, clinics, and non-profit organizations. We provide resources and funding to community partners. We create programming and procedures with community partners to meet community needs, reduce barriers, and lessen disparities in health outcomes. We develop a culture of continuous learning to help all communities thrive. We hold ourselves accountable and work Lived Experience We prioritize partnerships with organizations that serve the needs of communities that historically have experienced health disparities. We recruit, employ, and provide professional development opportunities for staff with lived experience navigating the intersections of race, class, gender, disability, and health care. We collect and share data and information that justly reflect the people they represent. Proactive and Responsive Community Engagement We communicate with community partners in a clear, honest, and timely way. We gather and value feedback from communities to develop, implement, and improve our policies and services. We evaluate the policies we develop and the quality of services we provide by how they benefit and/or burden communities most impacted by racial disparities in health. For Patients What Health Services Can I Get? Find a Clinic Help with Transportation Contact Us For Clinics Agency Certification Clinic Resources Program Element 46 Educational Resources Health Education Materials Reproductive Health Equity Act Resources for Accessing Care EC after Sexual Assault Abortion Abortion Access in Oregon Information about Abortion Where to Get an Abortion Paying for an Abortion Find us on Facebook Si usted necesita leer este sitio en Español, busque el menú desplegable de idiomas ubicado en la esquina inferior de la página, donde dice en Inglés “Select Language” (seleccione el idioma) y pulse Español. Gracias.