Announcement from our Executive Director
News
Rest in Power Supreme Court Justice Ruth Baders Ginsburg
September 21, 2020 Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Rest in Power A call to mobilize and organize. Women’s Health Specialists, founded in 1975 by women who believed in and fought for self-determination and reproductive health rights and justice, has been the haven that put into practice the advancement of women’s rights… Read More
Invest in Community Care!
Invest in Community Care! Women’s Health Specialists will be hosting a Sex Drive in Chico where we hand out important resources, safer sex supplies, and tools, remember this wouldn’t be possible without your support. We encourage you to donate or sponsor, help us help our communities. You can learn more… Read More
Shelter Justice is Reproductive Justice!
Northern California activists, and community members participate in a Car-a-van protest to fight for the unsheltered and those hit hardest by the COVID pandemic in Sacramento. Donate to: www.safegroundsac.org Safe Ground Sacramento advocates for the decriminalization of homelessness and establishment of Safe Ground communities where those who are homeless… Read More
WHS Honors and Celebrates the Life of Pioneering Gay Rights Activist
Phyllis Lyon and her partner Del Martin Image from photo by Eric Risberg, AP. Women’s Health Specialists honors and celebrates the life and contributions of lesbian activist, journalist and gay rights pioneer Phyllis Lyon, 95, who died yesterday at her San Francisco home. … Read More
Women’s Health Specialists is closely monitoring the status of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
COVID-19 Women’s Health Specialists is closely monitoring the status of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Butte County Public Health, Shasta County Public Health and Nevada County Public Health for each of our locations. Please visit… Read More
International Women’s Day 2019: Sisterhood Is So Powerful!
Thanks to all who contributed so much to make our 5th Annual IWD Celebration such a success: our wonderful performers, speakers & crew — especially the amazing Loretta Ross! Special shout-out to the IWD 2019 crew for all their hard work on this extraordinary event. Dance, music, & speaking truth… Read More
Events
Join the resistance and rise for reproductive freedom!
When we give together, we rise together and reproductive freedom is in reach. You are not alone, we are here for you and we will rise above the challenges ahead. Together, we can ensure access to essential healthcare services. Join us in our vision and make a difference… Read More
Dido Hasper Speculum Kit Giveaway Day 2023
In honor of our founder and visionary, Dido Hasper, come to any WHS clinic on July 24th from 9AM-4PM to pick up your free self-exam kit! Every box is filled with shared knowledge about your body, liberation, and love! We hope to empower YOU as Dido Hasper has empowered… Read More
Condoms & Convos
Hey Redding! Come hang with us for National Condom Week ! This event is FREE and open to the public on February 15th from 6PM-7:30PM! Join us and have a drink, and eat some food, all while learning about sexual health! We will also be having a condom rose… Read More
Eat Your Heart Out!
Eat Your Heart Out with NorCal OUTreach Project and Women’s Health Specialists! Join us for a drag and burlesque variety fundraiser show featuring local drag performers. There will also be a special burlesque performance by Women’s Health Specialists Good Girls! Saturday, February 11 at 8PM, Doors… Read More
The Vagina Monologues
IF YOUR VAGINA COULD TALK WHAT WOULD IT SAY? For the first time since 2019, Chico State’s Gender & Sexuality Equity Coalition will be putting on performances of V-Day’s The Vagina Monologues! Performances will be Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 at 7pm, and Saturday Feb. 11, 2023… Read More
Run Ride & Rage for More Than Roe!
Join us on January 22nd, 2023 To rage for our lives and demand a future of bodily sovereignty! Let your rage rise! In light of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v Wade (1973) we invite you to join the nationwide Run, Ride, and Rage for More… Read More
Giving Tuesday 2022
This year give the gift of access! Women’s Health Specialists will be joining the Northstate Giving Tuesday Project where you can donate to the only independent non-profit, women-run health center in Northern California! You can even set up your own fundraiser for WHS that you are passionate about! This… Read More
World AIDS Day Candlelight Vigil
World AIDS Day, Putting Ourselves to the Test Achieving equity to end HIV. Join us on Thursday, December 1 at 6:30 pm for a candlelight vigil in remembrance to those who have gone before us, as well as a Celebration of Life for those who still… Read More
Rocky Horror Picture Show Fundraiser
SAVE THE DATE! Thursday, October 27th, 2022. Join Women’s Health Specialists for a night of fun and absolute pleasure! Buy your tickets now! Running out fast. Read More
Taco or Bev Challenge!
Join us from August 30th to September 18th, enjoy a Taco or Bev (beverage) and donate to fund abortion! 🌮🍹 Tag some friends to join you virtually, or host/join a TOBC get-together! 💜 Visit www.cawhs.org/TOBC to learn more or donate. #tobc22… Read More