An estimated 800,000 pro-life people gathered in Washington DC on January 25th to protest against abortion and to defend unborn lives. Speaking from the Washington March for Life, Eden Linton, SPUC Youth and Education officer said: "It was inspiring to see so many pro-life people stand together to be a voice for the voiceless. This generation is making history."
The 2020 US March for Life concentrated on the theme, ‘pro-life is pro-woman.’
SPUC Scotland were proud to be represented at the world’s biggest pro-life gathering with a group of 12 young adults attending the event.
Eden Linton said: "The March for Life envisions a future world where the dignity of every human life is valued and protected. It was truly incredible to see over 800,000 people stand together in solidarity against barbaric abortion regimes. This generation recognises abortion for its violent nature and has no intention of giving up. SPUC Scotland is proud to have participated in this momentous event."
President Trump’s attendance at the March for Life
President Donald Trump was the first president in history to attend the US March for Life.
Addressing the crowd at the National Mall, President Trump said: "We are here for a very simple reason to defend the right of every child born and unborn to fulfil their God-given potential.
"Today as President of the United States of America I am truly proud to stand with you. It is your generation that is making America the pro-family pro-life nation. The life movement is led by strong women, amazing faith leaders and brave students who carry on the legacy of pioneers before us who fought to raise the conscience of our nation and uphold the rights of our citizens."
Upcoming UK March for Life
2019 saw over 5000 people attend the London March For Life with an even higher attendance expected in June 2020.
The 2020 UK March for Life will take place in London on the 13th of June.