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In this Issue:
Sue's Story. "Herded like cattle. Treated like dirt."
How Many Near Us Are at Risk or Hurt?
3 Small Ads with Big Leverage
An easy way for you to wake up compassionate citizens &
controversy-shy leaders with a holistic, unifying message.
Ad #1:
If most abortions are unwanted or coerced,
why are we still calling it a choice?
Ad #2:
They said I made the right decision,
but I was never given a choice.
Ad #3:
An unwanted, coerced, deceptively informed
or forced choice is no choice at all.
Calendar of Events & Opportunities
Sunnier Outlook Ahead: 5 Head-Turning Action Steps
Sue's Story: Herded Like Cattle,
Treated Like Dirt
How many near us are at risk or hurt?
I wanted so badly to talk to someone, maybe someone would say,
'Don't do it, I will help you.' ... instead I was herded into a room
with about 10 other girls like cattle."
 Certain themes run through the stories from women who've been there. Young women or vulnerable couples seeking answers, information or assistance are instead pressured, deceived or funneled toward a "one-choice" system.
The research supports this. One study clearly exposed the prevalence and synergy of coercion, showing that most felt rushed or uncertain yet were given no counseling or inadequate and often false information.
Sue's abortion took place when she was a teen. It is not indicative of "choice" that phrases like "no time for questions," "herded like cattle" or simply "shut up" come up often in the stories of women of all ages and from all walks of life.
Their realities don't fit the sanitized mantra of "choice."
Sue's story below is one of many that reflect systemic abuse of power. Following this section, we offer links to ads and materials you can use to educate and challenge leaders in a holistic and compassionate way about abortion's exploitation of women, men and families at risk.
Sue's Story
I was sent to the Family Planning Center for help. Well, they helped me all right, so much so they had me booked in for an abortion the next day. Their reasons were I could not take care of myself let alone a baby. I had no permanent home, and to even think of keeping 'it' was totally selfish on my part.
They gave me no options and no information; my rights as a human being were not valid because of who I was, just another stupid teenager who got pregnant.
I wanted so much to talk to someone, maybe someone would say, "Don't do it, I will help you through," or maybe, "You can keep your baby, there is help available and there are people who care," but instead I was herded into a room with about 10 other girls like cattle and spoken to like I was a piece of dirt and treated as such. more
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3 Small Ads: One Big Message ... With Leverage
These small ads focus on unwanted abortions - an injustice that is common, challenges the rationale of being "pro-choice." Use these ads in bulletins, newsletters and civic or religious publications to share the truth, diffuse hostility and foster healing.
These ads can also be printed as business cards to hand out at events or put on bulletin boards, included in mailings or leave in offices, waiting rooms etc. (get permission where necessary).
Business cards can be printed on personal or office printer using blank Avery business cards. Follow product instructions for printing.
You can also include your organization or ministry's contact information on the back of the cards. You can print or copy this information or use a stamp or label. This is a great way to draw attention to your ministry while also sharing an important message.
See more business cards and other small ads here.
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Calendar: Events and Opportunities
Plan ahead! Upcoming events present timely opportunities to leverage your message, save lives, share compassion, prevent heartbreak and educate leaders and others.
Easy options: Small ads, business-sized cards, postcards, co-op ads & flyers. (Co-op ads have space for you to defray the cost with a sponsor's logo or add local event or contact details.)
Back-to-School Ads Reach Youth, Parents & Educators: Use our Teens page or small ads that educate and warn parents, youth groups, educators, etc. (Great for lesson plans, too.)
Festivals, Health Fairs, Conferences, Etc.: Use our small ads, big-picture flyers, etc.
October Prolife Events: Use our Signature ad and other ads and materials. See also T-shirts, stickers and rally signs.
December/January Holidays: Use our Christmas and holiday ads, or healing campaign ads and materials.
January Prolife Events - Signature ad and other ads and materials for publications, on-line or as handouts. See also T-shirts, stickers and rally signs.
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Sunnier Outlook Ahead: 5 Head-Turning Action Steps
  The injustice of unwanted abortions and dangerous injuries and aftereffects exposes abortion's abuse and risk to both the unborn and women.
The simple steps below will help save lives today while speeding the end of abortion's injustice and risk, and extending hope to those already hurt:
1) Learn More. Visit the TheUnChoice.com for an overview of this issue and user-friendly ads, educational materials, books and other resources to download and share.
2) Tell a Friend or Leader. Link to TheUnChoice.com on your web site or blog, and ask others to do so. Ask leaders and friends to follow The UnChoice campaign on Twitter and Facebook.
3) Wear and share. Visit TheUnChoice message shop for bumper stickers, magnets, mugs and more.
4) Donate. Your donation supports research, education and outreach that document abortion's harm, save lives and bring a speedier end to abortion's injustice and danger to the rights and lives of both the unborn and women.
5) Volunteer. We have project-based or ongoing volunteer needs that change regularly. Check our volunteer page for options if you feel called to share your time and talent.
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