Louisiana Right to Life Celebrates Closure of Planned Parenthood Facilities in Louisiana

Women’s Healthcare Remains Available Across the State

New Orleans, LA – Louisiana Right to Life is celebrating the announcement that both Planned Parenthood facilities in Louisiana will close their doors effective September 30th, 2025. Notably, the New Orleans facility was constructed with the stated goal of becoming a regional abortion center, intending to perform nearly 2,844 abortions per year.

Benjamin Clapper, Executive Director of Louisiana Right to Life, stated:

“Planned Parenthood and the abortion industry are leaving Louisiana. But the pro-life movement is here to stay.  We will always love and serve both mom and baby.”

He continued:

“Planned Parenthood is a national abortion business that has long sought to bring its abortion agenda to Louisiana.  Today’s announcement is further indication that their priority has always been abortion and their profit margins rather than helping women. Planned Parenthood could easily remain in Louisiana to provide healthcare to women if it just chose to stop performing abortions. But their focus is always more abortion. As they leave, we know that women will continue to have access to healthcare in Louisiana, whether for comprehensive needs or when facing an unplanned pregnancy.”

According to its latest annual report, Planned Parenthood committed over 400,000 abortions across the nation. Additionally, it has spent over $1 million in Louisiana and Texas to transport women to other states for abortions, while aggressively promoting dangerous abortion pills by mail. Meanwhile, its non-abortion health services have continued to decline nationwide—even as abortion numbers increase.

Compassionate, Life-Affirming Healthcare Is Available

Louisiana Right to Life affirms its ongoing commitment to supporting women facing unplanned pregnancies. With more than 30 pregnancy resource centers statewide, along with numerous public and private healthcare providers, women have access to compassionate care, medical services, and real support.

To find life-affirming help, citizens can visit www.FindHelpLA.com.

Erica Inzina, J.D., Policy Director of Louisiana Right to Life, added:

“We want every woman to know that she is not alone. There is hope, and there is help available throughout Louisiana. Life-affirming options exist, and we are here to walk alongside women every step of the way.”

Victory for Life—But Our Work Continues

As Planned Parenthood exits Louisiana, Louisiana Right to Life urges the public to remain vigilant.

Clapper concluded:

“The pro-life movement is not going anywhere. We must continue to protect vulnerable lives and support mothers and families.

We thank all those who have prayed, worked, and given tirelessly to make this day a reality. This is your victory, and most importantly, it’s a victory for life.”

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About Louisiana Right to Life:
Founded in 1970, Louisiana Right to Life works through education, legislation, activism, and service to restore the right to life in Louisiana and build a state where every human life is protected and valued.