NJAPC has strict membership requirements to ensure that all PRCs in our coalition are aligned with the same goals. We pride ourselves on providing the best client care and pregnancy services to women in New Jersey.
Please read the following requirements carefully:
- A New Jersey corporation in good standing with a sitting board of directors.
- A Center or Clinic whose purpose is to assist women in NJ facing unintended pregnancies with the hope that they will make a life-affirming decision.
- Agreement with the NJAPC Mission Statement.
- Executive Director affirms the NJAPC Statement of Faith.
- Recognize the calling from God on each of our members, and will give grace to those whose vision or model differs from our own.
- Abides by a joint National Affiliate “Commitment of Care and Competency” standard.
- Organizations providing medical services will function under the authority and direction of a licensed physician who is in good standing with the State physician licensing board.
- They will only utilize trained and licensed medical professionals to perform medical procedures, including ultrasounds.
- Centers without a medical license or Medical Director will not present themselves as a clinic or provider of medical services.
- Remains committed to quickening client care by a physician for pregnancy, educating clients on all the options available, promoting critical thinking in decision-making, advocating for life-affirming decisions while not obstructing or delaying a decision to the contrary.
- Will neither initiate nor facilitate independent adoptions.
- Advocates for abstinence until marriage.
- Opposes the use of violence, vandalism, or illegal activity to achieve the goal of preserving, promoting, and defending the sanctity of life.
- Is willing to participate in the statewide efforts of NJAPC.
- Understands affiliation with NJAPC may be revoked if these standards are violated in such a way that there is no remedy or repentance.
Why These Standards?
Adhering to the requirements above ensures that PRCs involved with our coalition have the oversight they need to be members in good standing. At a time when pro-abortion forces are on the attack, PRCs’ livelihoods are threatened now more than ever.
We focus on upholding strict standards regarding our client interactions and best practices for education and advocacy. Those we serve deserve the best services and support, and we’re committed to providing the care they need to make informed pregnancy decisions.
Please contact us for more information on our membership requirements. We’re here to answer your questions!