Now more than ever we need to up our efforts to protect life – Dean
“Now more than ever we need to up our efforts to protect life””If your experience was anything like mine, you’ll remember the heartache, like a punch in the gut, on
In a world of women’s enpowerment and constant reminders that we are powerful and strong, I can’t help but feel proud yet conflicted as I learn of the many fierce and beautiful women in our modern society – Stephanie
“In a world of women’s enpowerment and constant reminders that we are powerful and strong, I can’t help but feel proud yet conflicted as I learn of the many fierce
Tragic death of high-profile Argentinian pro-choice activist highlights that abortion is never safe” – Students for Life Ireland.
Students for Life Ireland, a pro-life student group, have described as “heartbreaking” the recent reports from Argentina regarding the first known death of a woman, from abortion, since abortion was
Today We Celebrate International Women’s Day. At Students For Life Ireland Our Mission Is To Make Society A More Welcoming Place For Women And Babies – Alexandria
“Today we celebrate International Women’s Day. At Students For Life Ireland our mission is to make society a more welcoming place for women and babies. While the past century has
Lives depend on us! – Peter
“I got involved in the pro-life movement because I want to highlight the importance and value of life especially in light of the new legislation which allows for abortions in
I firmly believe that every life has a purpose and a job to do on this earth. That is why I’m pro life! – Lauren
“I am adopted. My birth mom didn’t have the means to take care of me. In order for me to have a better life, she left me in a blanket
Why I am Pro-Life – Joel
I am pro-life because I firmly believe every life is equally valuable, irrespective of how it was conceived. A problem that many pro-life young people face is that we are
“Social media is an important tool in human rights campaigns”
Students for Life Ireland, a pro-life student group, has criticised the censorship of pro-life people on social media in recent weeks. Spokesperson for the group, Serena Lazarus, a student of
“Now more than ever we need to up our efforts at protecting the vulnerable”
“My name is Miriam, I’m a 22-year-old volunteer with Students for Life Ireland, currently studying nursing in UCD. These are uncertain and frightening times. In the work that I do,
“Ireland must use UN seat to highlight China Human Rights abuses”
Students for Life Ireland, a pro-life student group, has hit out at a tweet from the Chinese Embassy in the USA, and says that Ireland must use its influential position
“College campuses must cater better for people with disabilities” – Students for Life Ireland
Students for Life Ireland have today called for better support for people with disabilities on campus. Spokesperson for the group, 22-year-old Gavin Boyne, a student of Philosophy in Trinity College
“We need to create more inclusive and accessible college campuses and campaign for affordable child care for student parents”
As a pro life university student, it can be overwhelming how much more pro choice literature is available compared to life-affirming pregnancy support. I really believe we have to be
Medical students dreading the future upon reading recent abortion report
Students for Life Ireland, a pro-life student group, have revealed that medical students in Ireland are fearful for what careers might hold in light of the recently published paper relating
Emmerdale Down’s Syndrome abortion story line inappropriate in 2020
Students for Life Ireland have hit out at Emmerdale’s inappropriate storyline involving an abortion on the grounds of disability. Spokesperson for the group, Leanne Lynch, said: “This controversy warrants serious
A pro-life student’s views on Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation
“As a young person, as a student, as a pro-life feminist and as a woman, I have watched the debates surrounding the appointment of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme
Students for Life Ireland write to Health Minister over ‘inhumane’ maternity restrictions
Students for Life Ireland, a pro-life student group, have written to the Health Minister Stephen Donnelly calling on him to reconsider the severe visitor restrictions in maternity wards around the
Young people represent group most opposed to euthanasia
Students for Life Ireland have today confirmed their opposition to the euthanasia Bill currently before the Dáil. Spokesperson for the group, Clara Terren Hogan, a Medical Student in NUI Galway,
It’s Time To End Telemedicine Abortions
Students for Life Ireland, a pro-life student group, have called on Health Minister Stephen Donnelly to end the practice of home abortions. It comes after news from the UK of
Students for Life Ireland slam NUI Galway move to increase weekly childcare fees
Students for Life Ireland, a national pro-life student group, have heavily criticised NUI Galway’s move to increase the weekly fees for the college Crèche from €174 to €220 in recent
“The figures released today by the Department of Health highlight how Ireland has failed women” – Students For Life Ireland
Students for Life Ireland have claimed that the figures released today by the Department of Health show that repealing the eighth amendment was merely a ‘box-ticking exercise’ by the outgoing
“Two years since the abortion referendum and the narrative is still the same” Gavin Boyne, Students for Life
Two years ago this week two thirds of the electorate voted to remove recognition of the right to life from the constitution. The divisive referendum campaign and the debates which
17.04.20 “Unsupervised taking of abortion pills is dangerous, unconscionable and it won’t be long before a woman dies.” Leanne, Students for Life
The title of this blog may seem dramatic, but these are not my words, these are the words of pro-choice politicians during the abortion debate of 2018. They talked about
20.11.19 “Minister Zappone’s Endorsement of UN Declaration on Rights of the Child is Hypocritical” – Leanne Lynch
The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Katherine Zappone, has today been celebrating the 30th anniversary of Ireland’s ratification of the United Nations’ Declaration on the Rights of the Child.
27.09.19 “Garda Commissioner Letter to Health Minister Contains Common Sense” – Students For Life Ireland
Students for Life Ireland have today welcomed clarifications from the Garda Commissioner that no incident of criminality has been reported from pro-life protests outside facilities where abortions are being carried
“Neither science nor philosophy has given us a compelling reason to consider preborn babies as anything other than alive and human” — Kate
I’m a staunchly pro-life student at Trinity College Dublin, well-ensconced in a radically pro-choice social circle. Like most of modern Ireland, I’ve witnessed those near and dear to me advocating
Medicine is about preserving and improving life. Elective abortion is the antithesis of this – it isn’t medicine, and should never be considered healthcare — Adrian
I worked as a Legal Aid lawyer for two years before starting medical school. I acknowledge that life begins at conception, as this is the indisputable moment when a
Let’s promote a love of life we all want to experience, doing our utmost to show it wherever we can — Gerry
I have always known that life is inherently good, and something that is temporary, and for that reason, valuable. I say that as one of the 7,000,000,000+ known human
Baby Brian didn’t live long, but for the time he was alive he was loved more than anyone else on this planet! — Katie
When I was eleven years old, my mom was pregnant with my baby brother. With four sisters and one brother, I was so excited to meet our newest
If only they knew what it’s like to hold them. To know that they are my blood, my family, and that there’s beauty in this person’s life like I did when John Paul Jr. was born, then they wouldn’t do this. — Michael
“When I was seven, my mum found out she was pregnant with her sixth child. Having four sisters and
Humanity is not determined by age, size or location, and neither are human rights — Helena
I remember when studying biology, we were being taught about the development of the unborn child. On average a baby’s heartbeat starts at three weeks gestation and by four weeks
Abortion fundamentally changes society. It breeds a culture that says the value of life is not innate and the right to life is not absolute — Joe
My first and foremost reason for being pro-life is because I believe all human life is equally valuable from conception to death. I often think about my siblings, friends,
Somewhere along the line, abortion became synonymous with compassion. But it’s hard to see where the compassion is when our Government rejects pain relief for babies who are victims of late-term abortions — Mairéad Fleming
I am pro-life and proud because I believe in the fundamental right to life. I am not pro-life because of my religious beliefs. I am pro-life because abortion is a
Nothing could have prepared me for what I saw inside. Unplanned has exceeded any of my expectations — Sandra
I could scarcely believe it when I heard the news that Unplanned was showing in the local cinema. My surprise was overtaken by excitement I couldn’t contain. This was the
I reject a narrative that tells me that my life is over when a life inside of me begins – Lorraine
I do not subscribe to the belief that abortion is healthcare. Nor will I be fed the lie that abortion is empowering to women. In fact, this could not be
Our generation are filled with a passion for justice and will not stop fighting until justice is achieved. — Ruth
It is so important not to lose hope at the moment, because, despite the referendum result, the fact remains that women deserve the best of healthcare, doctors deserve Freedom of
Planned Parenthood aborted 3.8 million of my potential classmates, coworkers and friends under Cecile Richards — Brigit
I was so proud to be part of the protest against Cecile Richards yesterday at Trinity College. I’m an American student studying for my degree at TCD, and I felt
Planned Parenthood were found profiting from the sale of fetal tissue and organs. Their then-President is in Trinity today getting applause, praise and awards – Gavin
Gavin Boyne, a 21-year-old student in Trinity College Dublin, has expressed his disappointment that a society in his University has seen fit to award Cecile Richards, the former President of
Ireland has always been known as a welcoming society, where the stranger was always welcome and the kettle constantly boiling – Nicola
In Ireland we have always been known as a welcoming society, where the stranger was always welcome and the kettle constantly boiling. I want to live in a society where
Legally obliging doctors to refer for abortions is not only an attack on their personal convictions, but an infringement on their human rights. — Ellen
I believe that freedom of conscience for doctors is absolutely paramount. Most doctors enter the medical field with the intention of saving lives. Abortion is the direct and intentional ending
I don’t need to study medicine to see that a child in the womb deserves the same right to life, the same right to strive and prosper, the same right to dream and to create as myself or anyone else. – Luke
As a student in the College of Arts, as well as being a musician and aspiring writer, it is increasingly difficult to hold a pro-life view and not feel alienated.
It was hard to conceive the impact of my brother’s life and my mum’s bravery on so many people’s lives. His life was a source of inspiration — Al
On the 6th of April 2011 at 3 a.m., my brother Jimmy was born. It was a premature birth – 6 months. At 6 a.m., he left us. Those 3
At least 70 million baby girls that have had their lives ended through abortion over recent decades. Where were their rights? – Leah
Abortion has been dressed up as ‘women’s rights’ – but what about the (at least) 70 million baby girls that have had their lives ended through abortion over recent decades?
An experience I had as a child shaped my views on the abortion issue and I don’t think it’s fair when people attempt to silence my voice or the voices of other men in this debate — Luke
As a man I am often told that my opinion is not welcome in this debate. An experience I had as a child shaped my views on the abortion issue
Abortion is a permanent, violent and barbaric answer to an often temporary crisis. Women and children deserve better. — Joel
I’m committed to protecting our pro-life laws as we have a fundamental imperative to uphold the human right to life of all members of our society. Abortion is a permanent,
I wish to be a voice for the voiceless – Jane
I’m pro life because I believe the smallest, most vulnerable in our society should be protected. I wish to be a voice for the voiceless.
The Irish Medical Council is proposing changes to its guidelines to allow for abortion. Among these changes is removing a doctor’s responsibility to help the sick and injured — Roger
The Irish Medical Council is proposing changes to its guidelines to allow for abortion. Among these changes is removing a doctor’s responsibility to help the sick and injured. The role
I believe everyone has a fundamental right to life, and no one should take that right away before a child has had a fighting chance to breathe their first breath — Stephanie
I am pro-life because I believe everyone has a fundamental right to life, and no one should take that right away before a child has had a fighting chance to
Pro-lifers are often stereotyped as being judgmental, forceful or even hateful. I know first-hand that this is not the truth. – Leanne
Being pro-life should not have negative connotations associated with it. It is a moral value that is worth its weight in gold and something to be very proud of. Some
I feel that, if these women are to really have a choice in the matter, the possibility of truly caring for their baby must be available to them – Clara
I’m a First Year Medicine student in NUI Galway. In five years, I hope to complete my degree and become a qualified doctor. I wonder how Ireland will have changed
As a feminist, I believe that all people, born and unborn, have fundamental human rights – Erika
As a feminist and a human rights activist, I believe that all people, born and unborn, have fundamental human rights. That includes the right to life – Article Three
Tosnaíonn sé le coscéim bheag amháin – Séimhín
An turas is faide sa tsaol,
I have been accused of racism, harassment and bullying, all for highlighting alternatives to abortion – Kristina
I moved to Galway from Slovakia in 2007 and later joined the Galway Anti-Racism Network. As a non-national, I must say I have found Galway to be a very
Life is not a special privilege of the fortunate, the planned and the ‘perfect’ – Sarah
My own uncle had Down Syndrome and he passed away last year from cancer at the age of 54. He was the absolute light of our lives and taught us
Why I’m optimistic for the future of the pro-life movement – Gavin
On the 25th of May, the Irish people voted to remove the 8th amendment from our constitution. This amendment acknowledged the right to life of the unborn child and
Why my referendum devastation turned to determination – Críostíona
Hearing the results of the referendum was devastating. There is no doubt about that. I’ve been involved with the pro-life movement in whatever way I could be since I
I want to be a midwife because I want to protect, empower and support the vulnerable – Inés
I have always felt a calling to nursing. In recent years this has further revealed itself as a passion for midwifery. At four years of age, I would dress
