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Olivia Rodrigo receives Planned Parenthood’s Catalyst for Change Award

The Fil-Am pop superstar reaffirms her commitment to reproductive rights

Olivia Rodrigo receives Planned Parenthood’s Catalyst for Change Award

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For the greater good and armed with her advocacy, Filipino American pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo was presented with the Catalyst for Change Award by singer Lily Allen during Planned Parenthood’s Spring into Action Gala in New York City. 

The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate a commitment to supporting and advocating for Planned Parenthood’s mission of providing reproductive health care. 

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Taking to Instagram after the event, the singer-songwriter expressed deep gratitude for the recognition: “Thank you so much [Planned Parenthood of Greater NY Action Fund] for giving me the catalyst for change award at this year’s Planned Parenthood spring gala.” 

Rodrigo’s message was a powerful call to action, emphasizing that “bodily autonomy is a fundamental human right” and asserting that healthcare access “shouldn’t depend on the zip code we live in.”

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York fights for equitable access to sexual and reproductive health care, and safe legal abortion, which aligns with Rodrigo’s vision. 

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In her remarks, Rodrigo lauded Planned Parenthood for offering critical services such as affordable cancer screenings, birth control and STD testing. 

She also highlighted the importance of abortion care, saying it “gives women the ability to shape their own lives and futures.” 

Acknowledging the challenges ahead, she added, “Our rights are under attack and I am grateful to Planned Parenthood for their courage and leadership as we continue to fight for justice.”

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While in the Philippines for her “GUTS” world tour last year, Rodrigo continued to champion global causes through her philanthropic efforts. 

Her “Fund 4 Good” initiative, which directs proceeds from her tour, has pledged over $2 million to nonprofit organizations worldwide. 

The fund focuses on women’s empowerment, education, reproductive health and prevention of gender-based violence.

Organizations benefiting from her generosity include the National Network of Abortion Funds in the United States, Women Against Violence Europe and Harmony House Limited in Hong Kong. 

Other global recipients include Aidha in Singapore, the Korea Foundation for Women and NPO Women’s Saya-Saya in Japan.

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