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Sara Barros Leitão tells the story of the decriminalization of abortion with stories from those who lived it
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Sara Barros Leitão tells the story of the decriminalization of abortion with stories from those who lived it

SAPO Notícias13 September 2026 at 11:59

Sara Barros Leitão is an actress, playwright and director who will premiere on Friday, in Braga, the monologue "We, Alone". The play aims to tell the story of the decriminalization of abortion in Portugal through real stories of those who lived this experience.

The show will tour the country in the coming months, allowing different audiences to have access to the play. This tour aims to contribute to public discussion on the subject, at a time that anticipates the 20 years since the decriminalization of abortion in Portugal.

Why this matters

The play arrives at a moment of commemoration of the 20 years since the decriminalization of abortion in Portugal, inviting the public to revisit a historic achievement of reproductive rights through real testimonies. For readers in the Braga region, where the premiere takes place, it is an opportunity for cultural participation and social reflection.

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