Dr. Eleanor Easley was the first woman to receive a four-year medical degree from Duke University and a co-founder of the Durham Women’s Clinic. Active in medical politics, she fought for abortion rights and increased access to comprehensive sex education throughout her career. This interview with Dr. Philip Pearce, a retired partner at the Durham Women’s Clinic and a colleague of Dr. Easley’s, covers themes of gender discrimination, women's health, and community activism. In this clip, Dr. Pearce discusses the motivations for Dr. Easley’s abortion advocacy.

Joyce N. Jiggetts, RN, BSN, CMHRP, is a passionate advocate for women's health, focusing on addressing disparities affecting marginalized communities. With a nursing background from Hampton University, she became a vocal supporter of maternal health at the Durham County Health Department in 1995. Within Duke Health's Baby-Love/CMHRP program, she actively supports high-risk pregnant women, emphasizing patient-centered care. Her dedication extends beyond institutional boundaries, as she contributes to initiatives promoting women's health equity and addressing unique challenges faced by women in underserved communities.

Elizabeth G. Livingston, MD, is a maternal-fetal medicine physician and advocate for women's health. In this clip, she reflects on her early experiences practicing gynecology on those who have HIV/AIDS in a pediatric clinic and facing resistance from nurses.

Phyllis C. Leppert, CNM, MD, PhD, is a physician, researcher, and advocate for women's health, known for her work in improving reproductive healthcare outcomes and abortion rights. In this clip, Dr. Leppert reflects on the challenges she faced as a female medical student, like pervasive attitudes and sexual innuendos.