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December 16, 2002
Dr. Henry David
Dr. Henry P. David, a noted psychologist and pioneer in reproductive behavior research, has generously donated his life-long collection of publications in the areas of abortion and reproductive rights to the Ipas Resource Center.

Dr. Henry P. David, a noted psychologist and pioneer in reproductive behavior research, has generously donated his life-long collection of publications in the areas of abortion and reproductive rights to the Ipas Resource Center.

Dr. David's research has helped to strengthen women's rights and increase access to modern methods of contraception worldwide. He effectively bridged disciplines and geographical boundaries to bring the issues of abortion rights and reproductive health to the forefront of the field of psychology. In the late 1960s, David's work as an active member of the American Psychological Association led to their firm support of women's reproductive rights, declaring that abortion was a mental health and child welfare issue. Later, he founded the Transnational Family Research Institute, a nonprofit behavioral research organization with a focus on reproductive behavior. David has authored, coauthored or edited more than 300 articles and 17 books, including the groundbreaking Born Unwanted: Developmental Effects of Denied Abortion.

"We are extremely honored that Dr. David has given Ipas this incredible gift," said Julia Cleaver, resource center manager. "With this donation, he is sharing information in support of women's rights with trainers, researchers and advocates all over the world."

The Ipas Resource Center serves Ipas staff and colleagues around the world and houses a collection of nearly 10,000 items, including more than 1,700 books, 7,000 reports and reprints, and 150 videos on reproductive-health issues. A contribution of more than 1,500 publications, The Henry David Collection adds an invaluable wealth of resources to the body of information available for Ipas's continuing work to save women's lives.

For more information, contact:
Kirsten Sherk
Senior Associate, Media Relations
e-mail: sherkk@ipas.org
phone: 919.960.5612
fax: 919.929.0258