Goals

To raise the consciousness of civil society about the need for changes in social and cultural attitudes concerning women, and to increase public involvement in this issue, especially by groups that work with sexual and reproductive health, education, human rights, communications media, and legislators.

To increase ethico-religious reflection from an ecumenical perspective. To create public discussions, in society as a whole as well as within the Church, on issues related to sexuality, human reproduction, and religion.

To influence society to recognize women's right to freely choose motherhood, with the goal of reducing the incidence of abortion and maternal mortality.

To broaden the debate over the voluntary termination of pregnancy, so as to include ethical, medical, and legal aspects, and to work toward the decriminalization and legalization of abortion.

To pressure the Brazilian government to comply with commitments it made during world conferences organized by the United Nations in Cairo (1994) and in Beijing (1995).

To implement sex education programs oriented toward sexual and reproductive health.

To work toward the implementation of laws, public policies and health services that are accessible to all women, especially poor women, effectively ensuring full reproductive and sexual health.