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International family planning
Obama proposes funding increase in 2014 budget
Increase critical given severe cuts in early 2013 due to impact of sequester. read more »
Intersections of maternal health, domestic violence
Free Healthy Families, Healthy Planet webinar April 3
When a pregnant woman suffers partner violence, she may suffer injury, miscarriage or even death. read more »
Faith Support for Reproductive Health, Rights & Justice
Congressional briefing in Capitol Visitors Center, March 11
General Board of Church & Society among sponsors of panel discussion. read more »
Let’s Move!
Let’s Move! is a comprehensive initiative, launched by the First Lady Michelle Obama, dedicated to solving the problem of obesity within a generation. Contains many resources on how to live a healthy lifestyle by eating healthy and staying physically... read more »
Campaign for Healthy Kids
Campaign for Healthy Kids aims to accelerate state and local policy change to increase children’s access to affordable healthy food and opportunities for physical activity.
The Edible Pyramid: Good Eating Every Day
The Edible Pyramid: Good Eating Every Day by Loreen Leedy
• A fun look at what foods are in each food group and how many servings you need.
• Further resources on healthy eating can be found at www.choosemyplate.gov <... read more »
2013 legislative priorities
Immigration reform, reducing gun violence, ‘moral federal budget,’ combating human trafficking targeted
Priorities support Christian social concerns and represent areas to which the faith community can bring a unique voice to the legislative process. read more »
National Call on Maternal Health and HIV/AIDS
Wednesday, Feb. 20, at 3 p.m. ET, Healthy Families, Healthy Planet and The United Methodist Global AIDS Fund invite the public to participate in an engaging presentation and discussion about the intersections of maternal health and HIV/AIDS. Participants may register for this educational webinar online. “Maternal health and HIV... read more »
Justice Matters Week in Review - January 14-21
The words and actions of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. were infused into all the activities of the last week. Here's what was going on: Jasmine's Story highlights how our broken U.S. Immigrations System is tearing apart families. January 21 was the official observance of Martin Luther... read more »
On the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade — A joint statement from UMW and GBCS
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the 40th anniversary approaches of Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion in the United States, the United Methodist Women (UMW) and General Board of Church & Society (GBCS) have issued a joint statement on reproductive justice that emphasizes “clearly much more needs to be... read more»