Know Your Rights - Reproductive Health Care for Youth in Illinois

Last updated: May 31, 2022 11:30 am

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If you are under 18 you have the right to make many decisions about your own reproductive health in Illinois. Find more information and resources below.

If you have any questions, please contact us at: youthrepro@aclu-il.org.

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