Birthright began in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in 1968, when Louise Summerhill, a busy housewife and mother of seven children, felt something should be done to help women facing unplanned pregnancies.

Some Of Our Services

Our Philosophy

Birthright Helps …any girl or woman regardless of age, race, religion, marital status, or financial situation, who is facing an unplanned pregnancy.	Birthright is here …for every woman who comes to us for help. Whether she needs a pregnancy test or friendship and support lasting through the pregnancy and beyond. Birthright is here. Every woman is special and deserves to be treated with love and respect, as well as personal attention to her unique situation.
Birthright cares …for every question and concern a woman may have. We are here to help her make a realistic plan without pressure or judgement. We offer love, hope, friendship, information, and resources.	Birthright listens …to every question and concern a woman may have. We are here to help her make a realistic plan without pressure or judgement. We offer love, hope, friendship, information, and resources.
Birthright will never …try to scare or pressure a woman into a decision…show or discuss abortion pictures or videos…evangelize or lecture…picket or harass abortion clinics…lobby for legislative changes or engage in the public debate on abortion.	Birthright gives …its services free of charge. Birthright is a tax-exempt, charitable organization. We rely on and are gratefully fortified by financial and moral support of our donors and volunteers. Birthright is independent, interdenominational, and not affiliated with and religious or political group or public agency.

“It is the right of every pregnant woman to give birth and the right of every baby to be born.”