‘I was very angry. I felt let down, maltreated’

NONE of the 13 women interviewed by Human Rights Watch wanted to be identified, even though all had told friends and family about the abortion and had received support and understanding.

The women interviewed described feelings of isolation and shame, and their fear of public disapproval.

Sarah B talked of the “shame factor” and being “terrified of people judging me”. She also spoke of her anger at being made to feel like a criminal by her country.