Child predators and child abusers who hurt children physically and mentally are criminals. What they do destroys lives, futures, and families. Abuse is not a mistake. It is not discipline. It is not love. It is violence.

Anyone who deliberately harms a child betrays humanity itself. Children are the most vulnerable among us, and anyone who chooses to terrorise them through abuse should be held fully accountable for their actions under the strongest laws possible. These crimes should never be minimised, excused, or hidden behind closed doors.

I am calling for real consequences, real protection, and real change. Enough silence. Enough excuses. Enough victims being ignored while abusers walk free.

I’m asking you to sign and share my petition so we can demand stronger laws, lifelong accountability, and zero tolerance for domestic violence against children. This is about protecting kids, believing survivors, and making sure abuse stops—not tomorrow, not someday, but now.

It’s time for humanity to grow up.

It’s time to stand up for children.

It’s time to end child abuse for good.

— Tessa Murphy