Anti-Abortion ‘Word Game’ Referred to Authorities for Investigation

A campaign that sought to gamify the debate on abortion by selling parliamentary buzzwords has triggered legal questions and been referred for review.

Joanna Howe speaks to supporters of an abortion law reform gather on the steps of Parliament House in Adelaide, Sept. 25, 2024. AAP Image/Matt Turner

A fundraising “game” created by prominent anti-abortion campaigner Joanna Howe has sparked political backlash in South Australia.

It has now been referred for investigation by the Attorney-General after questions were raised during a heated debate on late-pregnancy abortion laws.