Your Support Team
Our Passion Put Into Purpose.About Iowa Right to Life
At Iowa Right to Life, we adamantly and without objection believe every human life has inherent value and is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect without regard to age, health, sex, mental or physical limitations, condition of dependency, circumstances of birth, or economic circumstances.
The staff and nine-member board are dedicated to fulfilling our mission of changing hearts and minds to value the sanctity of life. We actively engage with communities and participate in events that promote this message. But we know we can’t do this alone—we deeply value you, the pro-life Iowan, for standing alongside us in this important work. Your support and dedication make all the difference.
Meet the Team

Kristi Judkins
Executive Director
About Kristi Judkins
… And I find that the strength of Christ’s explosive power infuses me to conquer every difficulty.
Philippians 4:13 (TPT)
Philippians 4:13 is her foundation scripture. She applied it while working for 37 years for the State of Iowa. In 2020 she felt led to retire and as the position of executive director became available, she put the decision in God’s hands. Now she knows that God doesn’t call the equipped, but rather He equips the called. She is proud to lead the organization to a new level of service and influence.
IRTL is on a mission to make sure the truth about fetal development is communicated effectively and that every person facing a crisis pregnancy knows there are loving alternatives to abortion. Kristi’s own abortion story makes her resolute to share the truths about the miracle of unborn life growing in the mother’s womb. God uses all things to bring about good so she uses the same compassion and understanding she received, as she interacts with people all across the state. Kristi works alongside the founder of the Restored by Grace ministry and marvels at the amazing freedom women experience, releasing them from the horrendous guilt and shame that is the trauma of abortion.
Kristi has been married for 42 years to Bill, who was part of the abortion decision. Together, they have walked the path of post-abortive healing, finding redemption and hope. They are the proud parents of two living children and lovingly honor the memory of the precious baby taken before her time.
… And I find that the strength of Christ’s explosive power infuses me to conquer every difficulty.
Philippians 4:13 (TPT)
Philippians 4:13 is her foundation scripture. She applied it while working for 37 years for the State of Iowa. In 2020 she felt led to retire and as the position of executive director became available, she put the decision in God’s hands. Now she knows that God doesn’t call the equipped, but rather He equips the called. She is proud to lead the organization to a new level of service and influence.
IRTL is on a mission to make sure the truth about fetal development is communicated effectively and that every person facing a crisis pregnancy knows there are loving alternatives to abortion. Kristi’s own abortion story makes her resolute to share the truths about the miracle of unborn life growing in the mother’s womb. God uses all things to bring about good so she uses the same compassion and understanding she received, as she interacts with people all across the state. Kristi works alongside the founder of the Restored by Grace ministry and marvels at the amazing freedom women experience, releasing them from the horrendous guilt and shame that is the trauma of abortion.
Kristi has been married for 42 years to Bill, who was part of the abortion decision. Together, they have walked the path of post-abortive healing, finding redemption and hope. They are the proud parents of two living children and lovingly honor the memory of the precious baby taken before her time.

Paula Brown
Office Operations Director
About Paula Brown
Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding,
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
Proverbs 3: 5-6 (NKJ)
Paula Brown’s life journey has taken her all over the world, from childhood well into adulthood. She has lived in 10 different places and moved 14 times. In 2002, Paula and her family settled in Iowa, and it was in 2012 that she began working with Iowa Right to Life. Over the years she has witnessed significant developments within the pro-life movement and remains passionately committed to advancing the Life issue.
Paula’s educational background and skills in bookkeeping, accounting, and administrative support have made her a valuable asset to Iowa Right to Life. She views it as a privilege to serve using the talents that God has equipped her with.
The heart-wrenching stories often shared by women who regret their decision to have an abortion along with the heartwarming stories of parents who made last-minute decisions to keep their babies, keeps Paula faithfully coming to the office day after day.
Paula and David married in 1982 and they enjoy all the sights and sounds of nature while relaxing on their deck where the Iowa sunsets are beautiful. They love to travel, hike national and state parks, and cherish time with their four grown children and grandchildren. Their family motto is, “Try new things!”
And lean not on your own understanding,
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
Proverbs 3: 5-6 (NKJ)
Paula Brown’s life journey has taken her all over the world, from childhood well into adulthood. She has lived in 10 different places and moved 14 times. In 2002, Paula and her family settled in Iowa, and it was in 2012 that she began working with Iowa Right to Life. Over the years she has witnessed significant developments within the pro-life movement and remains passionately committed to advancing the Life issue.
Paula’s educational background and skills in bookkeeping, accounting, and administrative support have made her a valuable asset to Iowa Right to Life. She views it as a privilege to serve using the talents that God has equipped her with.
The heart-wrenching stories often shared by women who regret their decision to have an abortion along with the heartwarming stories of parents who made last-minute decisions to keep their babies, keeps Paula faithfully coming to the office day after day.
Paula and David married in 1982 and they enjoy all the sights and sounds of nature while relaxing on their deck where the Iowa sunsets are beautiful. They love to travel, hike national and state parks, and cherish time with their four grown children and grandchildren. Their family motto is, “Try new things!”