Bula Larsen, who was just 14 at the time, recalls the acute shock of being subjected to an IUD insertion without her consent at a hospital in Greenland. This experience was a part of a systematic policy aimed at controlling the birthrate among Inuit women, highlighting a significant violation of human rights.
The situation is dire as more than 100 women are now suing the Danish government for the coercive nature of this practice, revealing how deeply individuals and families were not informed or consulted regarding such a life-altering medical procedure.
Celine Klint’s investigative reporting on this coil scandal unveiled a troubling history of Danish policies towards Greenland, focused on reducing the birthrate for financial reasons, putting thousands of vulnerable women and girls in harm's way.
The inquiry into this dark chapter challenges Denmark's accountability over its actions in Greenland, as these women seek justice, not only for the physical damage caused by the IUDs but also for the violation of their rights and autonomy.
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