Hundreds of young pro-lifers gathered at SPUC’s annual Youth Conference to champion the pro-life cause and learn how to make abortion unthinkable.
The SPUC Youth Conference, themed “Call to Courage” took place between February 23rd-25th in Staffordshire. The Conference saw hundreds of young pro-life advocates gather to learn effective strategies and fuel their passion for defending vulnerable unborn babies.
Gaining valuable insights
During the conference weekend, attendees engaged with inspiring speakers and thought leaders who have dedicated their lives to championing the pro-life cause. Through a series of presentations and workshops, young pro-lifers acquired in-depth knowledge about the challenges the pro-life movement currently faces and were inspired with effective ways to address them.
SPUC was thrilled to introduce Dr Miriam Sciberras as the 2024 Keynote Speaker. Dr Miriam is Chief Executive Officer of Life Network Malta, a coalition of pro-life groups that has fought to keep abortion out of the country.
Dr Miriam spoke powerfully about how her nation is bravely resisting international pressure to legalise the killing of unborn babies.
Conference attendees were also provided with a variety of diverse workshops which provided in-depth insight into key areas of the pro-life fight.
Delegates at the Youth Conference gained valuable insight from SPUC’s Services Coordinator, Margaret Akers who spoke passionately about the failures of the UK’s “pills by post” policy and provided practical steps to help end this policy.
SPUC’s Advocacy and Development Manager Josh Coghill delivered a dynamic address that called into action each young pro-life advocate, inspiring them to leave the conference with a renewed sense of courage and empowerment which would allow them to be the driving force behind impactful change.
Commitment to the pro-life cause is crucial
Conference Coordinator, SPUC’s Louise Grant said: “SPUC’s 2024 Youth Conference encouraged attendees to step out of their comfort zone, speak up for the voiceless and fearlessly advocate for the rights of the unborn.
“The Youth Conference provides young pro-lifers with the opportunity to learn hands-on advocacy skills that empower them to make a difference. It also provides the space for young pro-lifers to surround themselves with a supportive network of likeminded young people.
“In a world where the sanctity of life is under constant threat, commitment to the pro-life cause is more crucial than ever. It is our aim that each young pro-lifer walks away from SPUC’s Youth Conference with a renewed sense of purpose and the tools necessary to take meaningful action. It is the courage of pro-lifers that will contribute to building a culture where abortion is unthinkable.”