These are some of the censorship cases reported through our ‘Report an Incident’ tool documenting digital censorship. They highlight takedowns, suspensions, and shadowbanning on platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, and others.
This is not an exhaustive list, but a selection of recent incidents that illustrate how abortion and reproductive rights information, civil rights issues, and more are being suppressed around the world.
WhatsApp Takedown: Línea @SomosJacarandas
On December 10, 2025, WhatsApp again restricted Línea Jacarandas, a free health line providing abortion and sexual and reproductive healthcare information in Colombia, cutting off access for women seeking time sensitive care.
MSI Mexico, WhatsApp, Mexico
Meta suspended MSI Mexico’s WhatsApp account, their main channel for booking abortion care. It has not been reinstated.