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Jacqui Merrington & Danni Scott

Reproductive health activist named Grace Woman of the Year for International Women's Day

Anyone who has suffered from health issues related to their reproductive health will tell you of the battle it can be, with illnesses such as endomitosis taking on average eight years to diagnose.

Neelam Heera Shergill is fighting to change this narrative through Cysters, a charity dedicated to "taking up space" and pushing for better healthcare for marginalised communities.

The 33-year-old was named the Grace Woman of the Year for International Women's Day 2023 in recognition of her work to create an inclusive space that empowers people of all faiths, backgrounds and genders to speak up about the issues they face around fertility.

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