Petition to Protect Children of Incarcerated Parents
Children of Incarcerated Parents (who were the primary caregivers at the time of arrest) are the 1.7 million Silent Victims of Crime. This population is more at risk for becoming involved in the criminal justice system than are children who's parents never experience arrest. We need your support so a new law is passed.
These children are routinely overlooked and displaced to potentially unsafe environments following the arrest of a caregiver. Lack of intervention on behalf of these children may be a contributing factor towards future criminal behavior.
Sign the petition and help us spread the word! http://www.change.org/petitions/protect-children-of-incarcerated-parents
We have created a petition that can change the lives of these children. Our proposal is to question the caregiver at time of intake. If they acknowledge that they have children, they are offered the opportunity to obtain the assistance of a "family advocate". A family advocate's sole role is the welfare and safety of the children, which is similar to a "Guardian ad Litem". The family advocate can interact with the caregiver on behalf of the children, while maintaining the parental involvement throughout the process.
Our interest is to ensure that the children are raised in a stable environment where educated is encouraged instead of crime.
"College Bound not Jail Bound"
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