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A UK-based alliance promoting palliative care and opposing euthanasia

The logo of Care Not Killing

Care Not Killing is a UK-based alliance that advocates for the promotion of palliative care and opposes the legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide. The organization seeks to influence public opinion and policy through education, campaigning, and lobbying efforts.

History[edit]

Care Not Killing was established in 2006 as a response to increasing debates and legislative proposals concerning euthanasia and assisted suicide in the UK. The alliance was formed by a coalition of healthcare professionals, faith groups, and disability rights organizations who shared a common goal of promoting care over killing.

Objectives[edit]

The primary objectives of Care Not Killing include:

Promoting the availability and quality of palliative care services across the UK.
Opposing any changes to the law that would permit euthanasia or assisted suicide.
Educating the public and policymakers about the ethical, medical, and social implications of euthanasia and assisted suicide.

Activities[edit]

Care Not Killing engages in a variety of activities to achieve its objectives:

Campaigning: The alliance organizes campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of palliative care and the risks associated with legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide.
Lobbying: Care Not Killing works with policymakers to influence legislation and public policy in favor of palliative care and against euthanasia.
Education: The organization provides educational resources and conducts seminars to inform healthcare professionals and the public about end-of-life care options.

Membership[edit]

Care Not Killing is composed of a diverse membership, including:

Healthcare professionals who specialize in palliative care.
Faith-based organizations that uphold the sanctity of life.
Disability rights groups concerned about the potential impact of euthanasia on vulnerable populations.

Criticism[edit]

While Care Not Killing has garnered support from various sectors, it has also faced criticism from proponents of euthanasia and assisted suicide who argue for individual autonomy and the right to choose one's end-of-life options.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Care Not Killing''' is a [[United Kingdom|UK]] based alliance of individuals and organizations that promotes palliative care and opposes [[euthanasia]] and [[assisted suicide]]. The alliance was formed in 2006 and has since been active in providing a balanced view on end-of-life issues, advocating for the improvement of palliative care services and opposing any change in the law on euthanasia and assisted suicide.
+{{Short description|A UK-based alliance promoting palliative care and opposing euthanasia}}
-== History ==
+[[File:Care_Not_Killing_logo.jpg|thumb|right|The logo of Care Not Killing]]
-[[Care Not Killing]] was established in 2006 in response to growing concerns about the potential legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide in the UK. The alliance was formed by a diverse group of organizations, including [[medical professional|medical professionals]], [[faith group|faith groups]], and [[disability rights]] advocates. The aim was to ensure that the complexities of end-of-life care and the potential dangers of legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide were fully understood and considered by lawmakers and the public.
+'''Care Not Killing''' is a [[United Kingdom|UK]]-based alliance that advocates for the promotion of [[palliative care]] and opposes the legalization of [[euthanasia]] and [[assisted suicide]]. The organization seeks to influence public opinion and policy through education, campaigning, and lobbying efforts.
-== Objectives ==
+==History==
+Care Not Killing was established in 2006 as a response to increasing debates and legislative proposals concerning euthanasia and assisted suicide in the UK. The alliance was formed by a coalition of healthcare professionals, faith groups, and disability rights organizations who shared a common goal of promoting care over killing.
-The primary objective of Care Not Killing is to promote more and better [[palliative care]]. The alliance believes that every individual has the right to receive high-quality care at the end of life, and that improvements in palliative care can alleviate much of the suffering associated with terminal illness.
+==Objectives==
+The primary objectives of Care Not Killing include:
-Care Not Killing also aims to ensure that existing laws against euthanasia and assisted suicide are maintained. The alliance argues that these laws are necessary to protect vulnerable people, including the elderly, disabled, and those with chronic or terminal illnesses, from being pressured into ending their lives.
+* Promoting the availability and quality of palliative care services across the UK.
+* Opposing any changes to the law that would permit euthanasia or assisted suicide.
+* Educating the public and policymakers about the ethical, medical, and social implications of euthanasia and assisted suicide.
-== Activities ==
+==Activities==
+Care Not Killing engages in a variety of activities to achieve its objectives:
-Care Not Killing engages in a range of activities to achieve its objectives. These include:
+* '''Campaigning''': The alliance organizes campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of palliative care and the risks associated with legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide.
+* '''Lobbying''': Care Not Killing works with policymakers to influence legislation and public policy in favor of palliative care and against euthanasia.
+* '''Education''': The organization provides educational resources and conducts seminars to inform healthcare professionals and the public about end-of-life care options.
-* Advocacy: The alliance advocates for the improvement of palliative care services and opposes any change in the law on euthanasia and assisted suicide. It does this through lobbying, public speaking, and media engagement.
+==Membership==
+Care Not Killing is composed of a diverse membership, including:
-* Education: Care Not Killing provides information and resources to help people understand the complexities of end-of-life care and the potential dangers of legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide.
+* Healthcare professionals who specialize in palliative care.
+* Faith-based organizations that uphold the sanctity of life.
+* Disability rights groups concerned about the potential impact of euthanasia on vulnerable populations.
-* Research: The alliance conducts and supports research into end-of-life care, euthanasia, and assisted suicide. This research is used to inform its advocacy and education efforts.
+==Criticism==
+While Care Not Killing has garnered support from various sectors, it has also faced criticism from proponents of euthanasia and assisted suicide who argue for individual autonomy and the right to choose one's end-of-life options.
-== Criticism ==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Palliative care]]
-While Care Not Killing's stance is supported by many, it has also faced criticism. Some argue that individuals should have the right to choose when and how they die, and that laws against euthanasia and assisted suicide infringe on this right. Others argue that improvements in palliative care, while important, cannot alleviate all suffering at the end of life.
+* [[Euthanasia]]
-== See also ==
-* [[Euthanasia in the United Kingdom]]
 * [[Assisted suicide]]
-* [[Palliative care]]
+* [[End-of-life care]]
-* [[Disability rights]]
-[[Category:Healthcare in the United Kingdom]]
-[[Category:Euthanasia in the United Kingdom]]
 [[Category:Medical ethics]]
 [[Category:Organizations established in 2006]]
+[[Category:Health and disability rights organizations in the United Kingdom]]
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