Vilnius March for Life draws thousands, strengthens Baltic Pro-Life momentum
On October 4, 2025, the capital of Lithuania became a rallying point for the pro-life cause as thousands gathered for the “Žygis už gyvybę” (“March for Life”) in Vilnius.
The event drew participants not only from Lithuania, but also from neighboring Baltic states and Poland — a sign of rising solidarity in defense of life.
A powerful public witness
The march commenced near the National Library, with families, activists, clergy, and students joining in solidarity. The procession followed Gediminas Avenue toward Vilnius Cathedral Square, carried forward by banners, testimonies, and speeches affirming the dignity of every human life.
Among those present were Catholic and Protestant leaders from across the region. Latvian Archbishop Zbigņevs Stankevičs and Lithuanian Auxiliary Bishop Saulius Bužauskas offered vocal support. Their attendance underscored that pro-life commitment transcends national borders.
Speakers ranged from medical professionals to social activists, each emphasizing that Europe must reject the “culture of death” and embrace a culture of life, rooted in solidarity, compassion, and moral conviction.
A regional symbol of resistance
What began as a Lithuanian event is increasingly taking on Baltic significance. Coordinators from Poland’s Centre for Life and Family (Centrum Życia i Rodziny) and other cross-border organizations participated, signaling intention to unite pro-life efforts across the region.
The march was more than protest: it was affirmation. Alongside speeches, organizers welcomed families into creative zones, showcased children’s artwork themed “I Am a Gift,” offered educational booths, and culminated with a Mass at the cathedral.
Alternative for Life
In a Europe that increasingly normalizes abortion, the Vilnius march lifts up an alternative — a bold public stand for life, from conception to natural death. It demonstrates that those who believe in life are still willing to walk the streets, speak out, and refuse silence.
If momentum continues, this Baltic unity in the defense of life could ripple outward, challenging elites who push abortion as a “right” while ignoring the moral and human cost. The message is clear: when citizens organize, values can be defended — not just on paper, but in public space.
