I am writing to bring to your attention a disturbing issue that is happening in our country. Children are being forcefully separated from their Preferred parents, a cruel and unjust practice that goes against the fundamental rights of the child.

Every child has the right to be with the parent that they feel safe, feel loved, cared for, and protected. The emotional and psychological trauma caused by separating a child from their family can have long-lasting effects on their well-being and development.

Children are not just small adults; they are unique individuals with their own thoughts, feelings, and voices that deserve to be heard. Their opinions and perspectives must be taken into consideration when decisions are made that affect their lives.

Each year, family courts sentence 58,000 children to live with parents who are abusive, negligent or predatory. Hundreds of times a year, a child’s life ends at the hands of an abusive parent, an entirely preventable tragedy. Far too often this happens because our legal system, for a variety of reasons, isn’t equipped to identify, understand and adjudicate cases where domestic violence and child abuse are present. Child Justice works with protective mothers, protective fathers, and their children to prevent these tragedies. Our number one priority is the safety of children.

It is our responsibility as a society to ensure that children's rights are protected and respected. We must advocate for policies and practices that prioritize the well-being and best interests of the child.

I urge you to take action to address this critical issue and to work towards ensuring that every child is able to grow up in a safe, loving, and nurturing environment with their families by their side.

Together, we can make a difference and create a better future for our children.