Human Life International's representative in Brazil.
The mission of PROVIDAFAMÍLIA ("National Pro Life and Pro Family Association") is to defend life, from conception until natural death and the Christian ethical and moral values of the family. ProvidaFamília's activities include the publication of a newsletter, translation into Portuguese and distribution of books such as Facts of Life, brochures and videos. It works closely with bishops to establish pro-life activities in the dioceses. It organizes pro-life youth camps and conferences. PROVIDAFAMILIA has completed plans to open the first CPC in Brasilia with the support of the Cardinal Archbishop of Brasilia. The center will provide medical, psychological and social assistance to pregnant women in need, as well as offer a home for homeless pregnant women.
Demographics and Statistics
Population: 164,511,366 (July 1997 est.)
Population Growth Rate: 1.1%
Birth Rate: 20.43 births/1,000 population
Death Rate: 9.42 deaths/1,000 population
Infant Mortality Rate: 53.4 deaths/1,000 live births
Total Fertility Rate: 2.29 children born/woman
Religions: Roman Catholic (nominal) 70%
Abortion Law Status: Full protection or rigidly controlled life of the mother exception
Citations taken from the CIA World Factbook (all 1997 est.)
