My partner, like many others, has been enduring a deeply painful experience. Despite being a devoted father and regularly spending time with his children for 6 years, he has not seen them in the last 7 months. This is not due to a court order or a legal injunction, but a decision made by the other parent, which is unfair and detrimental to the parent-child bond. Similar situations are alarmingly prevalent, causing heartache and long-term psychological impact on both parents and children.

There is an urgent need to curb this form of injustice, affecting not only the separate parents but more importantly the children. It is widely reported that children are likely to benefit from the ongoing and active involvement of both parents. For instance, a study by The Journal of Family Psychology points to the profound effect of sustained relationships with both parents on children's overall well-being (2013).

Therefore, we demand clear legislation to prevent one parent from arbitrarily barring the other from maintaining contact with their children without a court or any other legal injunction in place. Such legislation will support the existing child welfare laws and supplement the best interest of the children.

Now is the time to step in and address this growing concern that impacts families nationwide. Sign this petition to show your support for fair and just parental rights, and help bring about crucial changes in child custody issues. Let us safeguard our children's right to love and be loved by both parents, without unnecessary and harmful interference.