This film shows the work done by the "socorristas" feminist network. Through informative talks and stories about the actions of emotional containment these women have with others who need support, it seeks to eliminate the stigmas on abortions while also bringing out the reality of the clandestine abortion.
Las Juanas is of 0 hour(s) and 10 minute(s). It is Produced By: . It was released on 2018-12-08.
Genres: Documentary
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