the following is a sneak preview of they are not alone, an upcoming documentary that explores el salvador's total abortion ban through the lives of four women whose pregnancies took them from hospital beds to prison cells. in el salvador, attempting to end a pregnancy at any stage or for any reason--even suffering a miscarriage or a stillbirth--can mean a sentence of thirty or more years in prison for women and girls. a tenacious grassroots movement, led by ordinary citizens and dedicated activists, fights to overturn the abortion ban in congress and defend the civil rights of women who are accused and convicted of terminating their own pregnancies. affecting, accessible, and enlightening, this video is a preview of a film that offers a unique portrayal on the ongoing human rights crisis happening in el salvador. for more information on they are not alone or to learn more about becoming involved, please contact heredia@herediapictures.com