As part of the Day of the Unborn Child, observed each year on March 25, the Christian Alliance of Evangelical Churches of the Argentine Republic (ACIERA) took part in several public events to reaffirm its commitment to defending life and supporting women facing vulnerable pregnancies.
One of the main events took place at the National Chamber of Deputies during a meeting organized by legislator Santiago de Pauli and hosted by Evelyn Rodríguez, president of the National Network for Supporting Women with Vulnerable Pregnancies. The event served as a space for dialogue and reflection on defending life from conception.
ACIERA president Christian Hooft addressed attendees, calling for prayer “for the tragedy of the 79,186 abortions carried out in the country in 2024,” according to official figures, framing it as a moment of reflection and renewed commitment to defending life. In that context, Gabriel Ballerini, who holds a master’s degree in biomedical ethics and is an active pro-life advocate, emphasized that “putting life back at the center of the debate is not just a slogan, but an ethical and political responsibility that challenges all of society.”
At the close of the event, national deputies signed a pledge to repeal the country’s abortion law and work toward defending life by promoting various initiatives in that direction. According to Infobae, the document was signed by Santiago Santurio, Rubén Torres, Gladys Humenuk, Mónica Becerra, Santiago de Pauli, Andrea Fernanda Vera, Bárbara Andreussi, Miguel Rodríguez, Carlos Zapata, María Luisa González Estevarena, Jairo Guzmán, and Gabriela Muñoz.
The meeting at the Chamber of Deputies also included the participation of pro-life leaders such as Fátima Silva, Patricia Soprano, Lorena Aguilar (La Merced Vida), Ayelén Alancay and Raúl Magnasco (+Vida), and Vicente Teruggi (Participar en Libertad), among others.
Leaders from other civil society organizations were also present, including Casa de la Mujer, Proyecto Vidas, Fundación Argentina, Coalición de Mujeres Argentinas, Mujeres de Fe Argentina, AMEV, and Abrazo de Vida. These groups work to provide care and assistance to women facing vulnerable pregnancies.
In Buenos Aires Province, the event “Commitment to Defending Life” was held, organized by the same network led by Evelyn Rodríguez. Representing ACIERA, Pastor Graciela Giménez participated and highlighted the collaborative work among organizations to support women in vulnerable situations.
The activities concluded at Lezama Palace in Buenos Aires with a gathering of the Program for Supporting Vulnerable Pregnancies (PAEV), marking the close of the Week of the Unborn Child. Participants included grassroots leaders, and ACIERA was represented by Dr. Jael Ojuel, who joined in a moment of testimony, recognition, and commitment to every mother and unborn child. “When support is real and timely, it can change the course of a story,” said the obstetrician. “When life is valued, there is always a way to defend it,” she added.
Pro-life voices also reinforced their stance. Gabriel Ballerini stated that “Argentina will be great again when it repeals the abortion law and respects human life from conception to natural death,” while sharing photos from the March for Life held in Buenos Aires.
The 11th March for Life 2026 took place in the city on Saturday, March 28, starting at Plaza Italia and proceeding to the Faculty of Law under the slogan #PorLaVidaSiempre. The demonstration promoted life from conception and called for the repeal of the abortion law.
This year’s event had a strong political component following the pledge signed earlier in the week at the Chamber of Deputies. Lawmakers and civil society organizations reaffirmed their intention in public demonstrations to repeal the abortion law, according to Noticias Argentinas. Organizers said “the ultimate goal is for the pledge signed by the deputies to translate into concrete legislative proposals.”
The event included pro-life leaders such as Ballerini and Raúl Magnasco. During the main gathering, speakers emphasized the “ethical responsibility” to defend life from conception and the need to strengthen support networks for vulnerable women.
During the demonstration, representatives from religious and civil institutions warned about declining birth rates in the country. Hooft described the current situation as a “tragedy” and called for meaningful policies to support pregnant women.
Similar marches were held in other cities across the country, including San Luis and Santiago del Estero, on the same day.
Developments across the country
The province of San Luis joined the March for Life with a demonstration in the city center, where families and Catholic and evangelical organizations participated as part of the Day of the Unborn Child. The main message was a call to repeal the current abortion law, expressed through signs, chants, and personal testimonies.
During the event, messages in favor of “life from conception” were repeated, along with criticism of current legislation. Symbolic activities such as live ultrasound demonstrations were also held, according to El Chorrillero.
These events come amid growing public debate over current legislation and the role of civil and religious organizations in providing social support. ACIERA emphasized that these efforts are part of a long-term mission to promote a culture of life and strengthen support networks. In that regard, the organization has been promoting initiatives aimed at highlighting the need for comprehensive support for pregnant women, especially those in vulnerable situations, according to Valores Religiosos.
Current abortion data
According to Milagros Calvi of Frente Joven—an organization that works to reduce maternal and infant mortality by supporting women with high-risk pregnancies and their unborn children in low-income communities—“at least 215 people are missing every day in Argentina. This is not a metaphor; it is the average number of abortions recorded in the public health system between 2021 and 2024, following the passage of Law No. 27,610. During that period, approximately 314,000 abortions were recorded, representing about 22% of pregnancies—one in five.”
“These figures, which reflect only part of the reality—the public system—should prompt serious reflection. Every March 25, for several years now, different civil society organizations have brought this issue back into focus—not as a symbolic gesture, but as a reminder of an ongoing challenge: defending the lives of the most vulnerable and providing real support to their families,” she wrote in an article published on the MDZ news site in Mendoza.
Originally published by Diario Cristiano, Christian Daily International's Spanish edition.
