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Tell Your Congressmember to Support Women's Health Funding
Last month, President Obama released his proposal for the FY (fiscal year) 2010 budget that funds all federal government programs.
President Obama's budget includes some important changes, including an end to ineffective abstinence-only sex education funding and increased funding for U.S. and international family planning programs.
Send the letter below to your Congressmember and urge him/her to support the proposals set out in President Obama's budget that prioritize responsible sexual health education and preventive health care for women!
| Sample Letter for Campaign |
Subject: Support the President's Budget for Women's Health
Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,
As your constituent, I urge you to support the President's budget priorities regarding sexual health. The President's FY2010 budget calls for an end to ineffective abstinence-only education funding; gives a $10 million increase in funding for Title X; and increases international family planning program funding by $46 million.
Abstinence-only programs have been a $1.5 billion failure - they simply do not prevent teen pregnancies or reduce the risk of STI transmissions. These funds should go to programs that are proven to help teens prevent unintended pregnancies, make responsible decisions and healthy choices.
Also, the Title X family planning program is dramatically underfunded and must be increased to $317 million so we can begin providing preventive health care services to the 17 million women who need subsidized family planning services, but cannot access them.
Last, increasing international family planning funding is vital part of improving global health. Helping women abroad access health screenings and contraceptives will provide women with the tools they need to better their lives.
I urge you to support these fiscal priorities for next year's budget. Thank you.
Sincerely,
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