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The March for Life, one of the largest annual human rights demonstrations in the world, regularly gathers crowds of pro-life activists numbering from the tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands. The 2025 March for Life will take place on Jan. 24, 2025, and will have the theme “Every Life: Why We March.”

March for Life unveils new theme emphasizing hope amid defeats for pro-life movement

Oct 10, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The 52nd annual March for Life will be held on Jan. 24, 2025, at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Read more

Young people were among the crowds gathered in downtown Columbus, Ohio, on Oct. 4, 2024, for the Ohio March for Life, the first such gathering to be held in the state since Ohio voters approved a sweeping constitutional amendment to expand abortion.

Pro-life advocates bear witness at Ohio March for Life in Columbus

Oct 4, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Photos and videos posted on social media show marchers holding handmade signs on the theme “With Every Woman, for Every... Read more

Jennie Bradley Lichter is set to become the new president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund.

March for Life announces ‘longtime marcher’ as new president

Sep 12, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Catholic pro-life activist Nellie Gray founded the March for Life in Washington, D.C., in 1974 following the 1973 Roe v.... Read more

Thousands of people from across Italy braved the summer heat to join the national Demonstration for Life in Rome on the afternoon of June 22, 2024.

PHOTOS: Thousands take part in Italy’s pro-life march

Jun 22, 2024

By Hannah Brockhaus

“There is no compromise on human life!” Pope Francis said in a message sent to organizers ahead of the march. Read more

Archbishop J. Michael Miller celebrates Mass at Sacred Heart Church in Delta before the March for Life in Victoria, British Columbia, on May 9, 2024. He prayed that they “may be worthy and effective messengers of hope.”

Bishops speak of ‘moral crisis’ before March for Life in Victoria, British Columbia

Vancouver Archbishop J. Michael Miller told the pro-life worshippers that they are “praying in a special way that reverence for... Read more

Pro-lifers participate in the Illinois March for Life in Springfield, April 17, 2024.

Thousands of pro-lifers attend ‘joy-filled’ Illinois March for Life

Apr 22, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Jeanne Mancini, president of March for Life, told CNA that the march was “joy-filled” and “hopeful” and had a large... Read more

Jean Marie Davis, executive director of the Branches pregnancy resource center in Vermont, shares her inspiring pro-life story with the crowd gathered at the March for Life rally Jan. 19, 2024.

March for Life speakers promote care for pregnant women and children nationwide

Jan 19, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

At the 51st annual national March for Life, taking place in snowy conditions today in Washington, D.C., keynote speakers strongly... Read more

A snowman adorned with signs at the 51st March for Life, Jan, 19, 2024

PHOTOS: The best signs seen at the 2024 March for Life

Jan 19, 2024

By CNA Staff

Thousands of marchers turned out in spite of snow and freezing temperatures. Read more

A sign features St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa) at the 51st March for Life, Friday, Jan. 19, 2024.

It’s not too late to join this pro-life novena

Jan 19, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

The nine-day novena sponsored by the USCCB began Jan. 16 and goes until Jan. 24, two days after the Day... Read more

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How to watch the March for Life: EWTN’s coverage schedule

Jan 17, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

EWTN will be providing live coverage of the Jan. 19 event, featuring expert guests and in-depth analysis. Read more

Pro-lifers march on Washington, D.C., during the 2023 March for Life.

Some snow predicted for 2024 March for Life (plus everything else you need to know)

Jan 17, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The march’s theme, “With Every Woman, for Every Child,” celebrates the work of pregnancy resource centers across the country. Read more

The theme of the first "Life Fest," sponsored by the Sisters of Life and the Knights of Columbus, was "Because love is the answer."

Attending March for Life? Check out ‘Life Fest,’ a morning of worship and music for life

Jan 8, 2024

By Joe Bukuras

At the 51st annual March for Life on Jan. 19, attendees will be offered a range of activities including participation... Read more

Pro-life marchers carry a banner reading “Every baby is somebody’s grandchild” at the March for Life in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20, 2023.

March for Life unveils 2024 theme: ‘With Every Woman, For Every Child’

Nov 14, 2023

By Tyler Arnold

Jeanne Mancini, the president of the March for Life, announced the new theme on Tuesday afternoon at the Heritage Foundation. Read more

Crowds gather for the Ohio March for Life outside the Ohio State Capitol in Columbus on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023.

‘This is a critical moment’: Abortion Issue 1 takes center stage at Ohio March for Life

Oct 6, 2023

By Peter Pinedo

As thousands of pro-lifers marched in Ohio’s capital city of Columbus, many held signs and banners reading “Vote NO on... Read more

Students participate in the Ohio March for Life in Columbus, Oct. 5, 2022.

Ahead of major abortion vote, thousands to descend on Ohio’s capital for March for Life 

Oct 3, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

This Friday, thousands will be marching in Ohio ahead of a vote on a constitutional amendment on Nov. 7 that... Read more

Law enforcement estimated 7,000 attended the March for Life in London, England.

Thousands march for life in London

Sep 5, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

The ninth annual march processed through the city of Westminster in London and ended at the Houses of Parliament.  Read more

Adriana (left)  / March for Life in Medellín, Colombia, on June 3, 2023.

Former feminist turned pro-lifer shares her testimony prior to March for Life in Colombia

Jun 5, 2023

By Walter Sánchez Silva

A young Colombian mother shared her testimony regarding her feminist past and recounted how now she defends the right to... Read more

The March for Life in Mexico City, April 29, 2023.

25,000 turn out for March for Life in Mexico City to demand an end to abortion

May 2, 2023

By Eduardo Berdejo

Abortion was legalized in the Mexican capital in 2007. Read more

Thousands participated in the March for Life in Lima, Peru, on Saturday, March 25, 2023.

Latin America celebrates Day of the Unborn Child with pro-life marches in several countries

Mar 28, 2023

By Walter Sánchez Silva

March 25 is celebrated as the Day of the Unborn Child in Latin America, and large pro-life marches were held... Read more

Then Archbishop Wilton Gregory at the 2020 Youth Rally and Mass for Life

Archdiocese of Washington cancels Youth Rally, Mass for Life held at March for Life events

Nov 15, 2022

By Joe Bukuras

According to a statement from the archdiocese, the Youth Rally and Mass for Life had been held for over 25... Read more