Dominican Feminists Protest Deportations of Pregnant Migrant Women

Dominican Republic: Feminists Protest Deportations of Pregnant Foreign Women On May 28th, 2025, feminist organizations in the Dominican Republic held a demonstration to protest the ongoing deportation of pregnant and postpartum foreign women. The protest, which took place in Santo Domingo, coincided with International Women's Health Day, adding symbolic weight to their demands. The demonstrators argue that these deportations violate the human rights of vulnerable women and deny them access to essential healthcare. "It is an aberration that on a day like today, dedicated to women's health, the Dominican Republic continues to deport women in such a vulnerable state," stated one of the protest leaders, whose name was not disclosed in the video. Another protester added, "Immigration should operate at the borders, not in our hospitals. This is a business, and it needs to end." The protesters carried signs reading "Stop the Deportations of Pregnant Women" and "End Violence Against Migrant Women." The protest underscores the ongoing challenges faced by migrant women in the Dominican Republic and raises concerns about the country's approach to immigration and healthcare access. The event highlights the need for a more humane and comprehensive policy that respects the rights of all women, regardless of their immigration status.