Dear Supporters,
We have updates in our fight to reunite Dante with his sons, Roman and Gianni. Several major court dates are fast approaching, and we need your support now more than ever. Meanwhile, the other side continues to use every tactic – even twisting our own advocacy against us – to justify this unjust separation. Below is a rundown of what’s at stake and how you can help make a difference.
Key Upcoming Court Dates
Mark your calendars – these dates could determine the future of Dante’s relationship with his children. It’s vital that we show support and stay focused as these proceedings unfold:
• March 10 – Critical Hearing: This pre-trial hearing will set the stage for the trial. The judge will review the latest motions and evidence. It’s a crucial chance to push for immediate relief – possibly even to restore some contact between Dante and the boys before trial. Why it matters: What happens on March 10 could influence the entire trajectory of the case. A positive outcome here could ensure the truth about the custodians’ behavior is spotlighted early, and it may help Dante regain some connection with Roman and Gianni while the trial is underway. We are petitioning the court to reinstate visitation.
• April 3, 11, and 21 – Trial Dates: These are the multi-day trial sessions where the core issues will be decided. Over these dates, the court will hear full testimony and examine all evidence regarding custody and the well-being of Roman and Gianni. Why it matters: This trial is the culmination of over three years of struggle. By April 21, the court could finally rule on ending the unjust custody arrangement. In other words, these trial dates could decide whether Roman and Gianni get to come home to their father or remain in an environment that has kept them from him. Everything we’ve been fighting for will be on the line during these days.
👍🏽 What we’re doing: Dante’s legal team is preparing diligently, and we are rallying community support to demonstrate that this family belongs together. 👍🏽 What you can do now: Keep these dates in mind – share them with anyone who supports our cause. If you’re local and able to attend the courthouse, your presence could send a powerful message. At minimum, keep Dante and the boys in your thoughts and prayers on these days. We want the court to see that the world is watching and that we stand firmly behind reunifying this family.
Custodians’ Ongoing Alienation of the Children
Even as we head to court, the custodians (the boys’ maternal grandparents) continue to alienate Roman and Gianni from Dante. They have shown no intention of letting the boys reunite with their father— no visits, not even phone calls . It has now been many months since we have been allowed to see or speak to his Roman and Gianni, and every additional day of silence is another day of childhood stolen from both the boys and their family.
How they justify it: The custodians consistently come up with excuses to keep us away. They’ve claimed the boys are “not ready” or that contact with their father would be “too confusing” even “harmful,” despite evidence to the contrary. They even began labeling the boys as “special needs” to suggest the problem lies with the children instead of the situation. This is a blatant misdirection – an attempt to disguise the true source of the boys’ distress (being separated from a loving father) by pinning it on supposed developmental issues. We know Roman and Gianni’s emotional struggles are not because of Dante, but because of the confusing and hostile environment the custodians have created.
Let’s be clear: Dante is a devoted, caring father who has done nothing to warrant being kept from his kids. All the while, the grandparents have been using paid nannies for day-to-day care of the boys, allowing them more hours each week, rather than letting their father care for them. Roman and Gianni cry for their dad and don’t understand why he isn’t there – each handoff in the past ended with tears as they were pulled away from us. We will make sure the court understands their pattern of alienation and the urgent need to reunite these children with their dad for their well-being.
Attempts to Weaponize Black Family Matters Blog – Setting the Record Straight
During this fight, we have been as transparent as possible by documenting the truth on our blog, “Black Family Matters.” Unfortunately, the custodians and their legal team are now trying to weaponize our blog against us. They have gone so far as to submit the blog as an exhibit, attempting to mischaracterize it as something negative or irresponsible on our part. We want to address this head-on and make one thing absolutely clear: our blog exists to tell the truth and expose injustice – nothing more, nothing less.
What does the blog actually contain? It’s a factual recounting of our story, the challenges we’ve faced, and the systemic issues (like racial bias) that contextualize our struggle. Its purpose is honest and just: “to raise awareness about the injustice of our family’s separation” and to rally support to bring Roman and Gianni home. We started Black Family Matters to shine a light on what was happening behind closed doors – because without public awareness, it’s too easy for these injustices to continue unchecked. The blog has been a lifeline for telling our side of the story, especially when official channels failed to act. Every claim on there is backed by documented evidence (medical reports, expert opinions, etc.), and we have always spoken out in good faith to protect our children.
Why they’re attacking the blog: Simply put, the truth is inconvenient for those trying to keep Dante and his children apart. By highlighting the pain Roman and Gianni are going through and the questionable actions of the custodians, the blog threatens to hold the custodians accountable. Rather than address the issues we’ve raised – like unexplained injuries to the kids or the harmful emotional environment – they want to discredit the messenger. This is a classic gaslighting tactic: if they can’t defend their actions, they attack us for bravely sharing our story.
We will not be silenced by this. Using our advocacy against us shows the lengths the opposition will go to maintain control. It also proves why such advocacy is necessary in the first place. We stand by everything we’ve written. Truth and transparency are on our side, and we trust that the court will see that our speaking out is an act of love and desperation to save our boys – not any form of misconduct. Rest assured, we have strong legal arguments ready to defend our First Amendment right to speak about our lived experience and to show that nothing on the blog endangers the children. If anything, the blog has exposed the real danger – the trauma of a family being torn apart. We’ll continue to update it with honesty and integrity.
Refocusing on the Real Issue: Dante’s Unjust Separation from His Children
With all the legal maneuvers and distractions, it’s crucial to remember what this fight is truly about: a father unjustly being kept from his children. Dante loves Roman and Gianni with all his heart, and they love and need their dad. There is no valid justification for the indefinite, total separation that’s been imposed. By all accounts, Dante is a fit, caring parent – he has never abandoned his parental rights and has been fighting for years to remain in his sons’ lives. Yet here we are, three years later, and the boys are still not home where they belong.
Let’s cut through the noise: The blog is not the issue. The petitions and motions are not the ultimate issue. The issue is that Roman (6) and Gianni (5) have effectively been denied their father’s presence and love for nearly a year, on top of two years of extreme restrictions before that. They have missed out on countless bedtime stories, hugs, family dinners, and memories with their our family. We have missed birthdays, everyday moments, and the chance to comfort Roman and Gianni when they have nightmares or celebrate their little achievements. This is a profound injustice. Every child deserves the love and guidance of their parent, and every parent deserves the chance to love and guide their child – unless there is a serious reason to prevent it. Here, there is no such reason – no abuse, no neglect, no danger emanating from Dante. The only “danger” the custodians cite is essentially that they don’t like the father speaking up. That is not a legitimate reason to keep a father and his kids apart.
In court, our singular focus will be reuniting this family. We will present evidence of how Roman and Gianni are suffering emotionally without their dad. We’ll show research and cite professionals attesting that the current arrangement is harmful and not in the boys’ best interests. All of this will underscore a simple truth: the continued separation of Dante from his sons is utterly unjustified and deeply harmful.
What’s at stake: If we succeed, Roman and Gianni can finally be embraced by their father again, consistently and without meddling interference. They can begin healing from the confusion and pain of this forced estrangement, and rebuild a healthy relationship with Dante (and get to truly know their stepmom, McKenzie, and their two little sisters who also miss them dearly). If, we fall short, the boys could remain in a situation where they are deprived of a father’s love and a stable, loving home, possibly for years to come. We cannot let that happen. Their childhood and well-being hang in the balance. This is why we are fighting with everything we have – and why your support is absolutely vital at this moment.
How You Can Help – Sign, Share, and Support
We are so grateful for the wave of support thus far. Now is the time to double down and take action. Here are concrete ways you can stand with Roman, and Gianni in this critical period:
• Sign the Petition: If you haven’t already, please add your name to our Change.org petition calling to Bring Roman and Gianni Home. We’re nearing 200 signatures and climbing – let’s push that number even higher to show the authorities that people care and are watching. Every signature sends a message that this injustice has not gone unnoticed. (If you’ve signed, thank you! Please share it with others to sign as well.)
• Share Our Story Far and Wide: Spread the word on social media, in community groups, at church, social networks, school – everywhere. You can share updates from the BlackFamilyMatters.org blog or the petition link. When you share, mention the March 10 hearing and April trial dates – let everyone know that these are the decisive moments and that now is the time to speak up. The more public attention we draw to this case, the harder it is for the system to ignore what’s happening. Your voice can reach people we can’t, and someone with influence might see it at the right time. At the very least, awareness = pressure for a fair outcome.
• Offer Support & Solidarity: This fight is not just legal – it’s emotional and spiritual as well. Moral support means the world to us as they endure this ordeal. Leave a comment on the blog or petition with words of encouragement. Keep the family in your thoughts and prayers, especially on the court dates. If you’re local and can attend any court session quietly in support, or even stand outside with a sign, that solidarity speaks volumes. Media attention can also help – if you have contacts in press or know bloggers/influencers who would highlight this story, now is the time to nudge them.
• Support the Cause Further (if you’re able): Some of you have asked about ways to help beyond sharing and signing. We have a GoFundMe set up to help cover legal expenses and related costs . Any financial support is deeply appreciated (but please only contribute if you’re comfortable – sharing our cause is the most important thing you can do!). Additionally, advocate for change by talking to local officials or family court organizations about why cases like this need reform . This is bigger than just one family – it’s about challenging a system that too often sidelines loving fathers and ignores the best interest of the children.
In closing, we want to reiterate why we fight: Roman and Gianni deserve to grow up with their father, not apart from him. They deserve the love, culture, and family that Dante provides . And Dante deserves the basic human right to raise his own children. This is a fight for justice and family, and it’s far from over – but with your continued support, we are hopeful that truth and love will prevail.
Thank you for standing with us through this challenging journey. The next few weeks are going to be intense, but we know we’re not alone. Together, we can make sure that Roman and Gianni’s story ends in a reunion, healing, and justice – and in doing so, send a message that parental alienation will not be tolerated.
The Pearson Family (Dante, McKenzie, Roman, Gianni, McKayla, Kennady and Team)