What is the WCTU?

The Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) is the oldest voluntary, non-sectarian Christian women's organisation in continuous existence in the world. It is a charter member in the United Nations Non-Governmental Organisations. Women throughout the world have joined together:

  • To foster a belief in and love for God

  • To encourage and uphold Christian values in the home and community

  • To recognise the true status of women and safeguard the rights of parents and children alike, being an advocate for woman's rights and human rights

  • To educate and encourage communities and governments to make wise decisions in order to protect society from the social evils associated with alcohol, tobacco, drugs, gambling, prostitution etc.

  • To assist those who are underprivileged or disadvantaged due to racial, economic or social discrimination.

Any woman may become a member and men may become associate members by signing the Membership Promise. People or organisations who wish to support WCTU in whatever appropriate way, but who do not wish to sign the Membership Promise, may become affiliate members.

Annual membership fees for full, associate or affiliate membership is $10.00 and includes a subscription to the White Ribbon Signals newsletter (4 issues a year). Fees are paid every year in April.

A small white ribbon bow badge identifies members and is available for $2.00 upon signing the Membership Promise.

Membership Promise:

With God's help, I will advocate and follow a drug-free lifestyle by abstaining from all alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs.

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