From the very beginning of this project, I knew that I wanted to center the voices of those on the frontlines of reproductive healthcare. As my research examines how vague and confusing legislative language can impact and obstruct abortion care, involving those actually experiencing and having to work within this language proved to be incredibly valuable.

However, one obstacle I did not foresee (which, looking back is slightly naive), is that a majority of my sources requested to be anonymous, not because they are shy about their beliefs, but for their safety and the safety of their colleagues and families. Working on the frontlines of abortion care has always had the potential to be dangerous, but after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the potential for violence has only been exacerbated. 

I feel incredibly privileged to have been able to talk with my sources and to be trusted to handle this issue with care and sensitivity. Finding creative ways to get their stories across without exposing any private information was a challenge, but one I have done gladly. I know now that I could not have created a holistic analysis of the legislation without the interviews I conducted.