A recent study published by the European Journal of Human Genetics in December 2020which examined the years 2011-2015 determined the number of babies born with Down Syndrome in Europe comparing them to estimates of how many babies would have been born with Down Syndrome had they not of been aborted. The study found that the number of babies born with Down Syndrome in Europe fell by half which confirmed the fears of pro-life campaigners who have argued strongly that an increase in prenatal testing for Down Syndrome has directly led to women opting to abort their children.
The findings of the study found that 54% fewer babies with Down Syndrome were born during the 2011-2015 period in the UK than the expected estimates— a figure roughly in line with the European average.
The Future of Media Commission has been set up by the Irish Government to assess the public service media sector. The Commission has initiated a public consultation proceess and has invited members of the public to submit their own views on what the future of the media should be, including public service media in Ireland.
This is a good opportunity for people to make their views known on the media's role in shaping public opinion on the pro-life issue in recent years and to offer constructive ideas for the future.
Please note the closing date for submission is today, Friday 8th January 2021.
Students or young adults, apply for a FREE place on the 8 week course here
We are delighted to let you know about an exciting opportunity for students and young people to upskill their pro-life credentials.
We are now inviting students and young people to apply for a place on our 5th Future Leaders Programme, designed specifically for the next generation of pro-life leaders.
Following four successful courses over the past year (Dublin, Galway and two online courses), the Future Leaders Programme is an intensive two-month course that will equip delegates with the competence, arguments and motivation to promote the pro-life vision in the public square.
Nearly 50 next generation pro-life leaders have completed the course already. It will impart crucial skills that will enable participants to become proactive, organised and to enhance their personal effectiveness as leaders, communicators and activists in the cause of protecting life.
The course content will be delivered by Irish and international experts, and will take place online for 8 weeks, commencing on Monday 18th January.
If you are aged between 18-30 and wish to apply to participate, please complete this application form by Thursday 14th January and we will get back to you. There are 15 sponsored places available for suitable participants.
Vital Signs is the e-newsletter of the Pro Life Campaign. We hope you and your families are keeping well in these unusual times. This email is to update you on what we have been working on recently, including news stories, project updates, and details of upcoming events. If you want to get in touch with us please do so by emailing [email protected]