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Is More Really Better? Polyamory and the Fight for the Family
A long-time UFI staff member reminded me of an experience she had back in 2002. She had been invited to attend a seminar sponsored by the Williams Institute at UCLA. The topic: “The future of the LGBT movement.” The Williams Institute is arguably the top advocacy...
A Dangerous Trend: Teens Using AI for Mental Health Support
Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be in the spotlight. AI is driving the upward trajectory of the stock market, impacting the job market, sucking huge amounts of electricity as AI data centers are being built around the country, and causing significant...
Preparing the Next Generation to Lead
Dear UFI Supporters, At United Families International, we believe the family is the bedrock of civilization. To protect it, we must work at every level—from the halls of global power to the hearts of the next generation. Because of your support, this past year has...
Celebrating Faith, Family, and Freedom this Holiday Season
Christmas invites us to slow down and reflect on the religious and personal beliefs that shape who we are and how we live. It is the season centered on family, faith, and the gift of love made manifest through the birth of Jesus Christ. This sacred time reminds us of...
The Strongest Pro- life Statement Ever Made by a U.S. Administration: Abortion Is a Violation of Human Rights
The long-standing debate over “reproductive rights” in the U.S. State Department’s human rights reports has been a lightning rod for political conflict. Now, a recent diplomatic cable from the current administration isn't just seeking to remove a section; it’s...
Don’t Just Talk About Change.
Dear Friends of UFI, On this Giving Tuesday, we ask you to look ahead. What kind of world will the next generation inherit, and what voice will they have in shaping it? At United Families International (UFI), we aren't waiting for the answers—we are actively building...
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Suicide Risk in Parents of Disabled Children-What You Need To Know
October 10, 2025 By: Erika Casamalhuapa In September of 2025, a short film entitled “More Than A Parent” was released in the UK. The film, based on research done at the University of Birmingham, tackled the difficult topic of suicide risk in parents caring for a...
The Dark Side of MAID: Why Canada’s Euthanasia Laws Are Under Fire
August 5, 2025 By Jena Johnson Normand Meunier’s tragic story has been circulating news sites. A quadriplegic who chose to end his life following hospital-induced health complications, Norman developed bed sores after being left on an emergency room stretcher for four...
Raising Boys, Saving Girls: The Fatherhood Fix for Boys in Crisis
June 30, 2025 By Jena Johnson We live in an era that is promising for girls. Women and girls enjoy a much higher quality of life than ever before, and their opportunities are only increasing. But boys and men are in crisis—and ironically, it’s hurting our girls, too. ...
The New Scarlet Letter: ‘Bigot’—Branded for Speaking the Truth
June 16, 2025 By Alexis Tarkalson This word, bigot, gets slung around a lot, generally after a heated debate wherein one side feels they are losing ground. It is a last resort to shut down the opposition–an ill-conceived notion that once the insult is launched, the...
Is the Abortion Pill Safe? What New Research Reveals About Mifepristone Risks
June 2, 2024 By Jena Johnson Recently, the topic of the abortion pill has resurfaced in media discussions. This renewed attention is driven by several factors, including a newly published study and recent legislative efforts. To better understand both sides of the...
Church and State in China: When Faith Meets Oppression
May 19, 2025 By Jena Johnson On May 1, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) imposed new restrictions on religious activities. Although such restrictions in China are not new, these measures reflect a long-standing practice of intolerance, emphasizing the ongoing...
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