For too long, hidden agendas and biased rulings have left survivors and their children feeling betrayed. It’s s time to demand transparency and accountability in our family courts. Join me in speaking out, sharing our stories, and pushing for change. The truth will set us free.

A tragic example is the case of Claire Throssell’s two sons, Jack and Paul, who were murdered by their abusive father despite clear evidence of his violent nature. The family courts had granted him contact, prioritizing parental rights over the children’s safety. 

It’s imperative for family courts to acknowledge and address post-separation abuse, ensuring that protective measures are in place to safeguard survivors and their children. Recognizing the multifaceted nature of abuse is a critical step toward meaningful reform.

Family courts are failing the very children they are sworn to protect. Time and time again, judges are granting custody to documented abusers while denying safe, protective parents their parental rights—all for the sake of convenience, bias, or to “simplify” their caseloads. This isn’t just a flaw in the system; it’s a crisis that puts countless children at risk of mental, emotional, and physical harm

Judges often overlook the expertise of professionals specializing in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), leading to decisions that can have long-term consequences for children. Failing to consider the impact of trauma not only dismisses critical research but also puts vulnerable children at greater risk. It’s time for the legal system to prioritize education on ACEs and make trauma-informed decisions that truly serve a child’s best interest.

We demand accountability.

Judges should not be above the law when their decisions endanger innocent lives. It’s time for:

 • Mandatory accountability measures for judges who ignore evidence of abuse.

 • Transparent oversight of family court decisions affecting child safety.

 • Legal consequences for judicial negligence that results in harm to children.

 • Reform in family court practices to prioritize the best interests of the child—not the convenience of the court.

The “best interest of the child” is not just a slogan—it should be the guiding principle in every custody case. It’s more than words on paper; it’s a standard that should be upheld with integrity, evidence-based decisions, and unwavering commitment to a child’s safety and well-being.

No child should be forced into the hands of an abuser because a judge decided it was the “easier” option. Enough is enough.

Statistics:

• Child Fatalities in Custody Contexts: Over a recent ten-year period, more than 700 children involved in contested custody or related matters were murdered, predominantly by abusive fathers.

These statistics underscore the critical importance of prioritizing safety in family court decisions, especially during divorce and custody proceedings.

Sign this petition to demand change. Our children’s lives depend on it.