How we got here: A timeline of the movement to free the pill

On July 13, 2023, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Opill as the first-ever over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill in the United States! This historic advancement in contraceptive access was the result of a decades-long, movement-driven effort led by the Free the Pill coalition—a group of reproductive justice advocates, youth activists, providers, researchers, and many others. The timeline below outlines the key events and milestones that led to this moment.

For a deeper dive into Free the Pill’s history, you can watch our webinar to hear from leaders in our movement. Check it out here →