March for Life applauds the people of Florida for seeing through an onslaught of well-funded lies and rejecting the radical, destructive Amendment 4. When voters know the truth about dangerous and far-reaching abortion amendments appearing on their ballots, they reject them wholeheartedly. We are grateful to Governor DeSantis for remaining courageously steadfast in his support for the most vulnerable, including using his resources and platform to effectively combat the onslaught of disinformation from Amendment 4 backers whose massive spending advantage was not enough to get this deceptive and dangerous proposal across the finish line. Gov. DeSantis’s leadership was critical and points to a successful model other states should look to when facing similar challenges. His bold and unapologetic commitment to fighting against Amendment 4 energized, empowered, and inspired Floridians of all walks of life to join the fight against the amendment. Congratulations to the people of Florida, and a special thank you to those who worked tirelessly to educate your neighbors, friends and family about the truth of Amendment 4, pushing back against the deadly disinformation campaign being spread by the abortion industry and its powerful allies.

Jeanne Mancini, president of March for Life

Theme reminds nation of the value of life, and the pro-life community of the need  for perseverance and unity in the next phase of the battle for life

For Immediate Release: 10/10/2024

Washington, D.C. – Today, the March for Life Education and Defense Fund announced the theme for the 52nd annual March for Life – “Life: Why We March.” March for Life President Jeanne Mancini and March for Life President-elect Jennie Bradley Lichter unveiled the theme at the organization’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. and discussed how the theme highlights the values at the heart of the pro-life movement. “Life: Why We March” seeks to unify, encourage and strengthen pro-life advocates in this next phase of the battle for life.

Over the past 52 years, the March for Life has collectively united millions of pro-life Americans from every age, background, nationality and faith with a common purpose: to witness to the inherent dignity and worth of every single human life, especially those endangered by abortion. The March’s powerful presence in the nation’s capital every January has demonstrated the seriousness, conviction and permanence of the movement. It has also helped educate Americans about the beauty of the lives of unborn children and their mothers so that a majority of Americans now support protections for life in the womb at least by the time a baby can feel the pain of an abortion.

In the two years since the Dobbs decision, the pro-life community has fought the advancement of relentless and radical pro-abortion legislation at both the state and federal level; faced attempts to destroy and discredit pro-life pregnancy resource centers; and even battled deadly misinformation campaigns related to state pro-life protections – all  which allow medical treatment to save the life of pregnant women.

“Life: Why We March” will encourage pro-life advocates to draw renewed energy for this challenging moment in the movement by reflecting on the basic truth that inspires the pro-life cause: every human life – including  the unborn and their mothers – is beautiful, has unique dignity, and worthy of protection.. “Life: Why We March” invites all Americans of good will to recognize and unite around this truth.

“During 52+ years of marching, the pro-life community has seen countless highs and lows, but the value of vulnerable unborn children and their mothers has not changed. Neither can our resolve to protect and provide for these vulnerable lives change, even in the face of setbacks and attacks from those who tragically fail to recognize their equal dignity. We hope that this year’s theme: “Life: Why We March” can be a source of renewed energy and focus so needed for this moment,” said Jeanne Mancini, President of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, “Many in our nation see this issue as a cause that divides. May our humble voices and peaceful presence serve as a reminder of the beauty and dignity of every human life, and as an invitation to all Americans to come together in recognition of this truth and to serve the most vulnerable.”

The 52nd March for Life will be held on January 24th, 2025. The March for Life has announced Bethany Hamilton, professional surfer, author, motivational speaker and champion for the pro-life movement, as the keynote speaker. The organization also announced that the Unspoken Band will be performing at the March. Additional information, including a list of speakers and other details, will be announced in the coming weeks.

Additional theme materials and information here.

March for Life theme video: Life: Why We March | 2025 March for Life

Pro-life Advocates to Address Marchers in Harrisburg on September 23, 2024

Harrisburg, PA – Today the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, partnered with the Pennsylvania Family Institute, announced speakers for the fourth official Pennsylvania March for Life, occurring on Monday, September 23rd. Marchers who gather at the Harrisburg Capitol Building to peacefully advocate for pro-life protections will be addressed by notable speakers including Mark Houck, Pro-Life Activist and Co-Founder and President of The King’s Men; Michael Geer, President of Pennsylvania Family Institute; Wendy Burpee, Executive Director of Genesis Women’s Clinics; Dr. Eric Hussar, Pennsylvania State Director of the American Academy of Medical Ethics; and more!

“The Pennsylvania March for Life has been one of the most vibrant and successful State Marches since its inception, thanks in large part to our incredible partners at the Pennsylvania Family Institute. Pro-abortion leaders in Harrisburg are working hard to make Pennsylvania an abortion haven and unfriendly to expectant mothers, while pro-lifers are extending a helpful hand to mothers, babies, and families to build a welcome culture of life in The Keystone State. Join us at the Pennsylvania March for Life as we stand with every woman, for every child.” said Jeanne F. Mancini, President of March for Life Education and Defense.

“At a time when the pro-life cause faces growing challenges, we are more committed than ever to being a voice for the voiceless. 2024 marks the fourth consecutive year PA Family Institute has joined forces with our friends at the national March for Life and other incredible local, state, and national leaders to host the Pennsylvania March for Life. I am truly excited to see thousands of Pennsylvanians come together at our State Capitol, united in our shared belief in the sanctity of every human life. Join us, and let’s show the world that Pennsylvania stands for life, for the most vulnerable among us, and for a future where every life is protected and cherished. Together, we can make a powerful statement and continue the fight for life in our state and beyond” said Michael Geer, President of Pennsylvania Family Institute.

The Pennsylvania March for Life on Monday, September 23, 2024, will start with a rally at the State Capitol building at 11:00 am EST followed by the march at 12:00 pm EST.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Mark Houck, Pro-Life Activist and Co-Founder and President of The King’s Men
• Michael Geer, President of Pennsylvania Family Institute
• Jeanne F. Mancini, President of March for Life Education and Defense Fund
• Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
• Dr. Eric Hussar, Pennsylvania State Director of the American Academy of Medical Ethics
• Wendy Burpee, Executive Director of Genesis Women’s Clinics
• Dr. Barry Whitworth, Executive Director of Baptist Resource Network, Southern Baptist Convention
• Toni McFadden, Author and Founder of Relationships Matter
• Pennsylvania State Representative Marla Brown, District 9
• Pennsylvania State Senator Cris Dush, District 25
• And more!

 

WHEN: 

• 11:00 am EST – March for Life Rally begins 
• 12:00 pm EST – March for Life begins

 WHERE: 

• The rally will be held at the State Capitol Building in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – 501 N 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120

Learn more at https://marchforlife.org/pennsylvania

Please email Alexandra Bedner ([email protected]), Theresa Olohan ([email protected]) or Emma Parker ([email protected]) if you plan to attend/cover.

March for Life is a non-sectarian organization that promotes the beauty and dignity of every human life by working to end abortion – uniting, educating, and mobilizing pro-life people in the public square. It hosts the largest annual human rights demonstration in Washington, DC every January.

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Pro-life Advocates to Address Marchers in Columbus on October 4th, 2024 

COLUMBUS, OH – Today the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, partnered with the Center for Christian Virtue announced speakers for the third annual Ohio March for Life, occurring on Friday, October 4th. Marchers will gather at the Ohio Statehouse to peacefully advocate for pro-life protections in state laws. Notable speakers for the pre-march rally include: Margaret Hartshorn, Ph.D., Chairman of the Board of Heartbeat International; Senator Michele Reynolds, Ohio Senate, District 3; Aaron Baer, President of the Center for Christian Virtue; the Most Reverend Bishop Robert M. Pipta, Bishop of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Parma; Pastor Walter Moss, President of Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio; Erin P. Getz, Director of State March Program at the March for Life Education and Defense Fund.  

“The 2024 Ohio March for Life once again comes at a critical moment for building a culture of life in the state and nationally. One year ago, Ohioans passed a devastating constitutional amendment which will have a negative impact on the unborn in Ohio for generations. But the pro-life movement has grown even stronger in our resolve to defend life and help expectant mothers through our support of life-affirming legislation and critical resources like pregnancy resource centers. Together with the Center for Christian Virtue, we are ready to welcome thousands of Ohioans to the State Capitol to peacefully advocate for the protection of the unborn and the support for expectant mothers.” said Jeanne Mancini, President, March for Life Education & Defense Fund. 

“Every pregnant mother has the right to give birth and every unborn child has the right to be born. We March this year to send the message to the state that the prolife movement is dedicated to standing with Ohio’s women and children.” said Aaron Baer, President, Center for Christian Virtue. 

The Ohio March for Life on Friday, October 4th, 2024, will start with a rally at the Statehouse building at 11:00AM ET followed by the march at 12:00PM ET. 

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Margaret Hartshorn, Ph.D., Chairman of the Board of Heartbeat International 
• Senator Michele Reynolds, Ohio Senate, District 3
• Aaron Baer, President of the Center for Christian Virtue
• Ruth Edmonds, Christian Engagement Ambassador at the Center for Christian Virtue
• Pastor Walter Moss, President of Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio 
• Most Rev. Robert M. Pipta, Bishop of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Parma
• Erin P. Getz, Director of State March Program at the March for Life Education and Defense Fund 
• And more!

 

WHEN: 

• 10:00 am EST – Pre-Rally Concert
• 11:00 am EST – March for Life Rally begins 
• 12:00 am EST – March for Life begins

 WHERE: 

• The rally will be held at the Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square, Columbus, Ohio 43215-4275.

Learn more at: https://marchforlife.org/ohio/  

Please email Alexandra Bedner ([email protected]), Theresa Olohan ([email protected]) or Emma Parker ([email protected]) if you plan to attend/cover.

March for Life is a non-sectarian organization that promotes the beauty and dignity of every human life by working to end abortion – uniting, educating, and mobilizing pro-life people in the public square. It hosts the largest annual human rights demonstration in Washington, DC every January.

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Pro-Life Advocates to Address Marchers in Trenton on September 26, 2024

Trenton, NJ – Today, the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, partnered with New Jersey Right to Life, announced speakers for the first ever New Jersey March for Life taking place on Thursday, September 26th. Marchers will gather at the Trenton Statehouse to peacefully advocate for pro-life protections in state laws. Notable speakers for the pre-march rally include Melissa Ohden, Founder and CEO of The Abortion Survivors Network; Felicia Pricenor, Esq., Vice President of Government Affairs of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund; Marie Tasy, Executive Director of New Jersey Right to Life; Senator Anthony M. Bucco, Republican Leader New Jersey Senate, District 25; Assemblyman John DiMaio, Minority Leader New Jersey General Assembly, District 23; Dr. Monique Ruberu, OB/GYN, Board Member of 40 Days for Life and more.

“This year marks the first annual New Jersey March for Life. In this critical time, the March for Life, partnering with New Jersey Right to Life, will stand up for the support and protection of both expectant mothers and their unborn children. We will call upon all pro-life residents of New Jersey to join us in marching and rallying in Trenton- every voice matters, and we need you with us!” said Jeanne F. Mancini, President of March for Life Education and Defense Fund.

“NJ’s first ever March for Life promises to be the largest pro-life gathering ever held in New Jersey. We are excited and honored to partner with the March for Life to be a voice for the human life and dignity of both mother and child. Rather than being mutually exclusive of one another, we believe both lives have equal value, are inextricably intertwined and therefore should be protected by virtue of their humanity. It is for this reason that the NJ Pro-Life Movement is proud to be united in our commitment to love, support and walk with Moms in need so they can choose life for themselves and their babies” said Marie Tasy, President of New Jersey Right to Life.

The New Jersey March for Life will take place on Thursday, September 26th with a rally at the Trenton Statehouse at 11:00 am EDT followed by the march at 12:00 pm EDT.

 

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Melissa Ohden, Founder and CEO of The Abortion Survivors Network
• Sr. Deirdre (Dede) Byrne, the Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mar
• Marie Tasy, Executive Director of New Jersey Right to Life
• Senator Anthony M. Bucco, Republican Leader New Jersey Senate, District 25
• Assemblyman John DiMaio, Minority Leader New Jersey General Assembly, District 23
• Dr. Monique Ruberu, OB/GYN, Board Member of 40 Days for Life
• Debbie Provencher, Executive Director of Lighthouse Pregnancy Resource Center
• Nicole White, Post-abortive outreach worker, sidewalk counselor, volunteer for the Archdiocese of Newark Respect Life office and the Mercy House
• His Excellency, Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney, Bishop of the Diocese of Paterson
• Rev. Dr. Clenard Childress, Jr., Assistant National Director of the Life Education and Resource Network, Senior Pastor of The New Calvary Baptist Church in Montclair, NJ
• Felicia Pricenor, Esq., Vice President of Government Affairs of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund
• And more!

 

WHEN: 

• 10:00 pm EST – Pre-Rally Concert
• 11:00 pm EST – March for Life Rally begins
• 12:00 pm EST – March for Life begins

 WHERE: 

• The rally will be held at the Trenton Statehouse, 125 W. State St., Trenton, NJ 08608

Learn more at: https://marchforlife.org/newjersey/

Please email Alexandra Bedner ([email protected]), Theresa Olohan ([email protected]) or Emma Parker ([email protected]) if you plan to attend/cover.

March for life is a non-sectarian organization that promotes the beauty and dignity of every human life by working to end abortion – uniting, educating, and mobilizing pro-life people in the public square. It hosts the largest annual human rights demonstration in Washington, DC every January.

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