"Women at Risk gives victims of abortion an opportunity, for the
first time, to come together to strengthen each other and express themselves
in the public spheres of legislation and the media. Their unique voices
can ensure that we have a more compassionate society, fairer laws, and
higher standards of medical care."
-- Margaret H. Hartshorn, President, Heartbeat International
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"Women at Risk could easily revolutionize the whole abortion
debate. They will give those who have been hurt by abortion--women, men,
and their families--a strong and independent voice in the public sphere....I
can honestly say I have never been more excited..."
--David C. Reardon, Director, Elliot Institute
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"All who care about women caught in the crisis of an abortion culture
must pray that the first conference of Women at Risk is successful. It's
time to turn the microphone of public debate over to those who have experienced
what abortion is really about."
-- Guy Condon, President, CareNet
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Who should attend this convention?
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All women--and men--who have experienced abortion first-hand, and want
to join their voices with ours now in order to make a difference.
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All parents who have lost a daughter to "safe" abortion and want to ensure
that this loss never happens to anyone else.
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All directors and counselors of post-abortion ministries who want to help
create a more sensitive and compassionate society so that women will feel
more free to seek the healing that is possible.
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All concerned people who want to provide leadership, support, or to serve
"behind-the-scenes."
At the convention, you will learn:
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The shocking reasons behind the inability of women to successfully pursue
litigation against incompetent abortion practitioners;
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The exciting new legislative strategies aimed at restoring and strengthening
the civil rights of women;
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How to work with the media, legislators, and other groups to expand women's
rights in civil courts;
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How to setup, develop, expand and lead your state or local chapter of Women
at Risk;
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How we can work together to create a more sensitive and compassionate environment
for women and families who have been hurt by abortion;
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How to make it easier for women to seek post-abortion healing.
What you will accomplish:
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Network with women and organizations who share your experience and your
desire for change;
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Develop state and local chapters of Women at Risk to present a united voice
on behalf of women and their families who have been hurt by abortion;
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Help to define, and refine, the vision and strategy of Women at Risk.
Convention Place, Date, Time, & Cost:
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The Women at Risk convention begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 7th
at the Renaissance St. Louis Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri, and runs all
day on Saturday, August 8th. Free shuttle & parking. Registration
fee $25 before July 10 or $35 before August 1. The registration fee includes
lunch on Saturday.
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Call 1-800-228-9290 for hotel reservations. Send your name,
address, phone number and check to Women at Risk. Additional information
and instructions will be sent to you before the conference.
For more details, call the conference coordinator, Miriam Dapra, at
217-525-5879.
Or visit our web site https://members.tripod.com/~womenatrisk.
Email: womenatrisk@juno.com
Women at Risk PO Box 7375 Springfield, IL 62791-7375 (217) 525-5879
Registration Form
NAME: ____________________________________________________________(Please
Print)
Address: ____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Phone #: ______________________
Number of persons attending: _____. If registering more than one person,
please include payment and registration information on a separate sheet.
EARLY REGISTRATION (until July 10th) : $25.00
Registrations postmarked between July 10th and August 1st
: $35.00
Total remittance: $ __________
Return this form with payment to: Women at Risk, P.O. Box 7375, Springfield,
IL 62791-7375
Hotel Reservation Information
Make your reservations at the Renaissance St. Louis Hotel by July 10th
to secure the special room rate of $79.00 per night (one to four occupants
allowed). Call 1-800-228-9290 for your reservation, and mention that you
are with the Women at Risk Convention.
For more details, Miriam Dapra, conference coordinator at 217-525-5879.
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