Intersections (no lunch) | Reproductive rights in Iowa

Reproductive rights in Iowa

Francine Thompson
Executive Director, Emma Goldman Clinic

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APRIL 3, 2026  |  11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Cedar Rapids
** in-person event **

What is the current legal status of abortion care in Iowa and how have last year's restrictions impacted clinics around the state? Francine Thompson, Executive Director of the Emma Goldman Clinic (EGC), will explain the services offered by the EGC, their philosophy of care, and history. She will also share the challenges and successes during her tenure of 38 years as an administrator at EGC.

You may make your reservation to attend in-person (no lunch) by clicking on the "Register Now" button. There is no cost to attend, but we must have your RSVP to ensure we have enough seating.

If you have any issues registering, please email info@interfaithallianceiowa.org or call 515.279.8715.

ABOUT OUR PRESENTER | Francine Thompson is the Executive Director of the Emma Goldman Clinic in Iowa City, Iowa. Her 37 years as an administrator of an independent, not for profit, feminist health care clinic that provides abortion care has given her extensive experience in reproductive health care management. Francine's passionate and committed leadership is guided by a service delivery philosophy that is empowering and client focused. She is also strongly motivated to provide a working environment that is diverse, dynamic, and engaging.

Francine's years of experience have included guiding and navigating the Emma Goldman clinic through numerous threats to abortion access while working to expand access to reproductive health care and LGBTQ care. She continues to be challenged and motivated with the unending assaults within the reproductive justice and abortion care movement. Her passion includes training students and volunteers and the next generation of feminist, health care providers and activists.

Intersections is a monthly gathering of the Interfaith Alliance of Iowa in Cedar Rapids. It's an opportunity to learn, to participate in civil dialogue, and to discuss issues at the crossroads of religion and politics.