A Statement of Solidarity
June 18, 2020
Death with Dignity Movement
At Death with Dignity National Center, we value the inherent dignity and worth of all human beings. We work every day to realize a future in which all people have the freedom to decide how they live and die. Our commitment to these values places us in solidarity with the Black community and those protesting against centuries of oppression, injustice, and lives cut short by violence. Black lives matter.
Latest Report on Oregon Death with Dignity Act Shows Law Continues to Work As Intended
March 11, 2020
A summary of the Oregon Health Authority's report on the 22nd year of implementation of the Oregon Death with Dignity Act.
Hearing in Maryland Draws Passionate Testimony, Extensive Media Coverage
February 29, 2020
Highlights from media coverage of death with dignity and related issues in the past two weeks. Articles, essays, op-eds, editorials, and more.
Maryland End-of-Life Option Act: Medical Standard of Care Supported by Majority of State Residents
February 28, 2020
A transcript of testimony by Death with Dignity Executive Director Peg Sandeen in support of Maryland Senate Bill 701, the End-of-Life Option Act.
Legislative Activity on Aid in Dying Ramps Up Around the U.S.
February 14, 2020
Highlights from recent media coverage of death with dignity and related issues. Articles, essays, op-eds, editorials, and more.
Hearing on New Hampshire Death with Dignity Act Draws Large Crowd, Powerful Testimony
February 13, 2020
A recap of the February 12, 2020 hearing on the New Hampshire Death with Dignity Act, where Death with Dignity staff and advocates provided testimony.
Highlights from “The State of the Movement Address: Death with Dignity in 2020”
February 6, 2020
A video recording of the "State of the Movement Address: Death with Dignity in 2020" webcast, with a written summary.
Death with Dignity Bills Return to State Legislatures
January 31, 2020
Highlights from recent media coverage of death with dignity and related issues. Articles, essays, op-eds, editorials, and more.
“The People Have Spoken” in Maryland: Remarks from Death with Dignity Executive Director Peg Sandeen
January 28, 2020
Remarks from Death with Dignity Executive Director Peg Sandeen at a January 28, 2020 press conference urging Maryland lawmakers to pass the End of Life Option Act.
Death with Dignity and Grassroots Advocates Urge New York Lawmakers to Pass Medical Aid in Dying Act
January 23, 2020
Death with Dignity National Center launched a digital advocacy campaign today urging Democratic legislative leaders to finally enact medical aid in dying in New York.
State Legislatures Reconvene for 2020 Session
January 14, 2020
Highlights from media coverage of death with dignity and related issues in the past two weeks. Articles, essays, op-eds, editorials, and more.