Imagine a typical parents' evening at school. One parent arrives, eager to hear about their child's progress. The other seat remains empty. Is this absence a choice, or is it the result of exclusion? This empty chair is a quiet symbol of a deeper issue that often goes unnoticed. Schools, without realising it, can become part of a child's slow and painful loss of contact with one parent. This article is an exploration of how schools can play a crucial role in preventing childr

On 25th April, Portsmouth did not simply host an event, it became the setting for something far more profound. What unfolded that evening marked a defining moment in the growing global recognition of parental alienation. This was not just powerful for those who attended. It represented a shift in visibility, scale and collective voice that will be remembered as a turning point. For many, it was deeply personal. For others, it was long overdue. For everyone who stood there, it

In 2026, more families than ever are speaking openly about a difficult reality: children caught between separated parents, sometimes losing meaningful contact with a loving parent. Parental Alienation Awareness Day has grown beyond a niche observance. It has become a crucial moment for national reflection on the emotional wellbeing of children affected by fractured family relationships. As society pays more attention to mental health, children’s rights, and emotional support,

In just 7 days , we will gather once again in Portsmouth as the Spinnaker Tower is illuminated in teal green. This is not just a visual display, this is not just another awareness campaign, this is a declaration. Parental alienation is one of the most misunderstood and overlooked issues affecting families today. It operates quietly, behind closed doors, within fractured relationships, and in the hearts of parents who are left without answers. Too often, it is dismissed, minim

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Society has taken away the love and joy of parenting and replaced it with hate and despair; by turning children into bargaining chips. In...