CWA of Louisiana Stands on the Side of Constitutionality, COVID or No COVID
On September 25, 2024, I attended the House Select Committee on Homeland Security with my CWA statement in hand, prepared to testify on Louisiana’s response to COVID-19. The government’s response to COVID threatened the security of our state, health, and economy. This was a clear attack on our civil liberties. CWA of Louisiana needed to weigh in […]
“She Prays She Votes” Battleground Bus Tour Rallies Women in Covington, Louisiana, August 5
For Immediate ReleaseAugust 2, 2024 Contact: CWA Communications [email protected] | (703) 282-7320 “She Prays She Votes” Battleground Bus Tour Rallies Women in Covington, Louisiana, August 5 Ninth stop on 11-state campaign to activate women Covington, Louisiana – Today, Concerned Women for America (CWA), the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization, will hold a rally in Covington, […]
2024 Encourage A Legislator Day at the Capitol
Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Louisiana hosted our 2024 Encourage-A-Legislator Day (EAL) at the State Capitol this week. CWA’s EAL program offers our members and friends the vehicle to pray for our leaders easily and meaningfully. It ensures consistent prayer for each legislator and encourages and builds bridges with conservative legislators and those who […]
Louisiana Pro-Life Day: Everybody deserves a birthday!
This week, Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Louisiana leaders and friends joined allies in the life movement at the Pro-life Day at the State Capitol. Our leaders lobbied, heard from legislators, and attended a luncheon where they heard from pro-life Gov. Jeff Landry. Pro-life Gov. Jeff Landry CWA of Louisiana State Director Laura Huber […]
ACTION NEEDED: Protect Women’s Safety and Protection
Your action is needed this weekend for an important bill moving through the Louisiana legislature. This Monday, April 8, the House Civil Law and Procedure Committee will hear HB608, a good bill for women’s safety and protection. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Roger William Wilder (R-District 71). The safety of women is continuing to be […]
CWA of Louisiana Kicks of Legislative Session with Prayer Walk
Over 20 Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Louisiana leaders and members from across Louisiana gathered to pray over our State Capitol in Baton Rouge. It was a special time of sweet prayer and fellowship as we prayed in various locations throughout the Capitol. Has the Lord called you to be a bold and courageous […]
Join us in Baton Rouge on March 4 to Pray
Concerned Women for America of Louisiana invites you to our pre-legislative session prayer walk on Monday, March 4, 2024, in Baton Rouge. See details below. We would love for you to join us. Here are the details: Date: Monday, March 4Where: Front steps of the Louisiana State Capital, 900 N. Third St, Baton RougeTime: 10:00 […]
Louisiana: Help Us Ensure Election Integrity
The 2024 elections are upon us, and we need your help to ensure that every eligible vote counts in Louisiana! Here are ways to engage: Serve as challengers and watchers during early voting and on Election Day. Reach out to your local Republican or Democrat parties for information on qualifications and how to apply. Serve […]
CWA of Louisiana Visits Lynhaven Retreat for Women
Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Louisiana leaders and members visited Lynhaven Retreat for Women in Hammond, Louisiana, a faith-based organization and an arm of the New Orleans Mission whose mission is to rescue, recover, re-engage, and reunite. Our group learned more about the ministry and services of the center, and we heard amazing testimonies […]
CWA of Louisiana Marches for Life!
Last weekend, Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Louisiana, a sponsor of Louisiana’s Right to Life march, joined allied organizations to march for life in record-breaking cold! The theme this year was “Here for Her.” The march was a quiet and reverent demonstration to show our support of moms, defend life, and proclaim that we […]
Great news and opportunities for engagement in 2024
At the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2024, Louisiana joined 21 other states in protecting children by banning gender-affirming care for those up to age 18 and from the radical gender ideology being pushed by the Biden Administration. With significant and strong bipartisan support and your prayer and action, HB 648, the Stop Harming […]
Encourage-A-Legislator Prayer Project – Louisiana
Encourage-A-Legislator Program “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” – I Timothy 2:1-2 The Call to Prayer I Timothy 2:1-2 instructs us to pray for […]
Louisiana Moms and Dads Fight to Protect Children from Harmful Sex-Altering Treatment
For Immediate Release July 20, 2023 Contact: CWA Communications [email protected] MEDIA ADVISORY: Louisiana Moms and Dads Fight to Protect Children from Harmful Sex-Altering Treatment Legislature overrides Gov. Edwards’ veto of ban on gender-affirming care Washington, D.C. – Today, Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee (CWALAC), the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization, praised the […]
Victory! YOUR Prayer and Action Made the Difference!
Yesterday was a victorious day for Louisiana’s children with the state legislature’s bi-partisan vote to override Gov. John Bel Edwards’ veto of HB 648, the Stop Harming Our Kids Act. We are grateful for the hard work of bill sponsor Rep. Gabe Firment (R-District 22) and for the state legislators who voted to leave a […]
Act TODAY! Critical Vote to Protect Louisiana Children This Tuesday!
This Tuesday, July 18, at Noon, the Louisiana State Legislature will convene for a veto override session to vote to override Gov. John Bel Edwards’ veto of HB648, the “Don’t Harm Our Children Act.” Will you do three simple things? #1. Take Action Now!Contact your state legislators through our Action Center HERE and urge them to attend the […]
Call for a Veto Override Session to Protect Louisiana Children from Medical Mutilation!
Last month, HB648, a bill that would protect children from the radical gender ideology, was vetoed, as promised, by Gov. John Bel Edwards. Read more about HB648 here. HB648, which has significant and strong bipartisan support, and is a reflection of the will of the people of Louisiana, prohibits gender “re-assignment” healthcare for transgender youth. Gov. […]
Urge Gov. Bel Edwards to Sign the Stop Harming Our Kids Act
HB648, the Stop Harming Our Kids Act, passed the Louisiana Legislature with bipartisan support and now heads to Gov. John Bel Edwards (Democrat) for his signature. The bill will prevent harmful surgeries and experimental drugs from being administered to vulnerable children who express the desire to transition to the opposite sex. Read more about HB648 here. […]
Update! Action Needed: Preferred Pronoun Bill Is Moving
HB81, an important bill relating to preferred pronouns and school policies on expressed gender, is moving through the Louisiana State Legislature. Because of your prayer and action, the bill passed out of the House Education Committee by a vote of 7-5 and was also voted out of the House by a vote of 62-32. The bill […]
Action Alert: Senate Committee to hear Don’t Harm Our Children Act
Good news! HB648 (formally HB463, the “Don’t Harm Our Children Act,” sponsored by State Rep. Gabe Firment (R-District 22), passed the House Health and Welfare Committee (14-3) and the House Floor (71-24). The bill now moves to the Senate, where it will be heard in the Senate Health and Welfare Committee this Wednesday, May 24. HB648 will prohibit certain […]
Action Alert: Help us keep life protections.
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” 1 John 3:18 Our country experienced an incredible win for life last year with the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women‘s Health Organization decision. The Dobbs decision stated that “the Constitution does not confer a right to abortion; Roe […]