ReportWire

Tag: child advocacy

  • Alexandra Laxmi Iyer Joins the Dads and Moms of Michigan Board

    Alexandra Laxmi Iyer Joins the Dads and Moms of Michigan Board

    [ad_1]

    Press Release
    –

    Aug 21, 2016


    Bloomfield, MI, August 21, 2016 (Newswire.com)
    –
      Dads and Moms of Michigan is excited to announce a new board member, Alexandra Laxmi Iyer.

    As a seasoned “eventing” veteran, Alexandra is most passionate about driving positive change through her work. As a single mother and step-parent, Alexandra fully understands the impact our evolving family structures have on our children. It is her hope that she can help inspire communities to come together to protect our children from emotional abuse and protect a child’s right to access and receive love from all of their parents. “I am very excited to funnel my energy into such a positive organization that is committed to sowing the seeds of peaceful co-parenting relationships.” Iyer said.

    We’re excited to repeat the success of the Oakland County Parental Alienation Awareness Day rally into other areas of the State so that education on this important issue is available to more and ultimately, the lives of more children are positively impacted.

    John Langlois, Executive Director, Dads and Moms of Michigan

    Given her background, Iyer will be focusing on breathing life into the awareness rallies throughout the state of Michigan. With Iyer’s help, Dads and Moms of Michigan is already planning a Fall rally scheduled to take place on September 14, 2016 in Lansing and a second iteration of the Hostile Aggressive Parenting & Parental Alienation Awareness Day rally on April 25, 2017 in Oakland County.

    “We’re excited to repeat the success of the Oakland County Parental Alienation Awareness Day rally into other areas of the State so that education on this important issue is available to more and ultimately, the lives of more children are positively impacted.” Langlois said.

    For more information about upcoming rallies or to support a rally in your area as an event sponsor, please contact Alexandra Iyer, Dads and Moms of Michigan, laxmiiyera@dadsandmomosofmicigan.org. ​

    About Dads and Moms of Michigan
    Dads and Moms of Michigan is a nonprofit dedicated to bettering the lives of children by providing education and support to help parents create a “Conflict Free Zone” for their children. 

    Contact:
    John Langlois
    President/Executive Director
    langloisJ@dadsandmomsofmichigan.org

    Alexandra Laxmi Iyer
    Communications & PR
    laxmiiyera@dadsandmomsofmicihigan.org
    www.dadsandmomsofmichigan.org

    Source: Dads and Moms of Michigan

    [ad_2]

    Source link

  • Curtis Lee Putman to Perform at the Michigan Parental Alienation Awareness Day Rally on April 25th.

    Curtis Lee Putman to Perform at the Michigan Parental Alienation Awareness Day Rally on April 25th.

    [ad_1]

    Press Release
    –


    updated: Apr 15, 2016


    Auburn Hills, MI, April 15, 2016 (Newswire.com)
    –
    ​​​​April 25th is Parental Alienation Awareness Day in the state of Michigan, as signed in a proclamation by Gov. Rick Snyder.  As interest builds for upcoming Parental Alienation Awareness Day Rally on April 25th, Dads and Moms of Michigan announced additions to the rally line-up this week.

    Michigan House Minority Leader, Rep. Tim Greimel (D-Auburn Hills) will be kicking off the event with a champagne toast and “Bubbles of Love” release.

    “It’s an honor to be part of this rally. Parental Alienation is one of the cruelest forms of child abuse, and arguably the least understood. Hopefully through awareness and accountability, we can force the necessary change in the family court system to end the enablement and encouragement by the system that’s sole focus should be protecting children from abuse.”

    Curtis Lee Putman, Musician & Songwriter

    One of the original pioneers in the study of parental alienation, Douglas Darnall, PhD, has provided a pre-recorded video message to inspire and encourage the rally-goers. Dr. Darnall has been advocating for children and families victimized by parental alienation for the past 25 years. An Ohio licensed psychologist since 1979, he worked as a court psychologist for Trumbull County Family Court for 21 years and is currently CEO at PsyCare, Inc. He has published Divorce Casualties: Understanding Parental Alienation, Divorce Casualties: Protecting your Children from Parental Alienation and Beyond Divorce Casualties: Reuniting the Alienated Family. He has appeared in court on over one hundred cases in twelve states as an expert witness involving custody, parental alienation, and other forensic matters. He has also appeared on the Montel Show and Court TV. He has given presentations at both State and National Conferences including the Missouri State Bar and North Dakota State Bar Associations, AFCC, Children’s Rights Council, and Local and State Bar Associations.

    Singer / Songwriter, Curtis Lee Putman, announced his support of the rally this week as well, offering his own story on parental alienation and a musical performance.

    “It’s an honor to be part of this rally. Parental Alienation is one of the cruelest forms of child abuse, and arguably the least understood. Hopefully through awareness and accountability, we can force the necessary change in the family court system to end the enablement and encouragement by the system that’s sole focus should be protecting children from abuse,” Putman said.

    Curtis Lee Putman’s country and blues music is as memorable, distinctive and genuine as Kalamazoo, MI, where he was born, raised and still calls home. Putman also works in Nashville and Montgomery while managing his namesake CLP Music Productions label. Putman has been recognized by the 13th Annual Independent Music Awards in a spotlight artist feature and is a coed favorite wherever he brings the party. Jeff Cummings from the Montgomery Area Musicians association described him as “what happens when Johnny Cash, Waylon and Hank Sr. collide with John Lee Hooker and Lightning Hopkins.” Putman is currently finishing his long awaited next release entitled “#MyTruth,” with the first single debuting at this event entitled, #TallintheSaddle.” This song speaks to the experience Curtis went through fighting for his life as an alienated father through a protracted divorce, extensive custody battle; culminating in being wrongly accused of child abuse, fighting the courts and system to the highest levels, and finally exonerating himself. The ultimate resolution has been a recent full reconciliation with his daughters who were and still are the center of his world and his heart.

    Joining Putman on stage will be his daughter, Sabrina, who is a testimony to reunification after alienation.

    Dr. Darnell & Putman join our previously announced speakers, Shelly Loomus, JD, MSW and John Langlois. “Together we can provide valuable information and inspiration for sowing the seeds of peaceful shared parenting. Children need both parents,” Dads and Moms of Michigan’s President & Executive Director, John Langlois said.

    The rally is scheduled to take place from 1:30 – 4:00pm ET at NOAH’S Event Venue, 3391 Cross Creek Pkwy Auburn Hills MI 48326.  Participants will enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and live music. To register for this free event, please visit https://parally.eventbrite.com. ​

    About Dads & Moms of Michigan
    Dads & Moms of Michigan is a nonprofit dedicated to bettering the lives of Children in Bi-Nuclear Families by providing education and support to help parents create a “Conflict Free Zone” for their children.

    ​Contact:
    John Langlois, President/Executive Director
    248-559-3237 
    langloisJ@dadsandmomsofmichigan.org
    www.dadsandmomsofmichigan.org

    Alexandra Iyer, Rally Event Director
    212-920-9133
    xahndra@gmail.com
    http://bit.ly/hap-pa

    Source: Dads and Moms of Michigan

    [ad_2]

    Source link

  • Announcing a Proclamation From the Governors Office Recognizing April 25th as Parental Alienation Awareness Day for the State of Michigan

    Announcing a Proclamation From the Governors Office Recognizing April 25th as Parental Alienation Awareness Day for the State of Michigan

    [ad_1]

    Press Release
    –

    Mar 29, 2016


    Bloomfield, MI, March 29, 2016 (Newswire.com)
    –
    ​Bloomfield, MI, March 18, 2016 – With planning already begun for upcoming educational events for the month of April on the topic of Parental Alienation, Dads & Moms of Michigan has announced the support of Michigan governor Rick Snyder for recognizing April 25th, 2016 as Parental Alienation Awareness Day in the state of Michigan. Upcoming events are aimed to help educate parents with best practices to help create a conflict-free environment for children post-divorce. They include:

    Parental Alienation Seminar Part 1 with special guest Dahlia Berkovitz, PhD
    Date: April 13th, 2016 from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET
    Venue: Dads & Moms of Michigan offices located at 6443 Inkster, #290, Bloomfield, MI or participate online as well.

    “Dads and Moms of Michigan couldn’t be more thrilled with the progress that is being made in the area of Parental Alienation awareness. As an organization we have one goal in mind, to help parents provide a “Conflict Free Zone” for their children. We’re excited about the Governor’s recognition in our efforts to help drive more participation in the month of April as we continue to sow the seeds of peaceful Shared Parenting.”

    John Langlois, President & Executive Director, Dads and Moms of Michigan

    The 10th Annual Parental Alienation Awareness Day Rally with special guests including John Langlois, President/Executive Director of Dads and Moms of Michigan and keynote speaker, Shelly Loomus, JD, MSW, author of Winning Your High-Conflict Divorce: Strategies for Moms and Dads.
    Date: April 25th, 2016 from 1:30pm ET – 4:00pm ET
    Venue: NOAH’S Event Venue, 3391 Cross Creek Pkwy Auburn Hills MI 48326

    Shelly Loomus, JD, MSW, is an attorney with a dual degree in clinical social work and a trained family law mediator. After her own experience with a high-conflict divorce, she realized that litigation is only one of the many tools available to parents struggling to be free from the unrelenting hostility that characterizes high-conflict divorces. She uses her legal, clinical and mediation expertise to help parents manage chronic divorce and post-divorce related conflicts. She serves as a Board Member for Dads and Moms of Michigan and CCG Community Partners, LLC. She also serves on the advisory committee of the Women’s Divorce Resource Center.

    Parental Alienation Seminar Part 2 with special guest Dahlia Berkovitz, PhD
    Date: April 27th, 2016 from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET
    Venue: Dads & Moms of Michigan offices located at 6443 Inkster, #290, Bloomfield, MI or participate online as well.

    Dr. Berkovitz has a Doctorate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Michigan State University, College of Human Ecology, and a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work from Wayne State University. Dr. Berkovitz is an adjunct professor at Wayne State University, a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).

    Topics covered include:

    • What is Alienation?
    • What is Parental Alienation?
    • What does the DSM-5 say about Parental Alienation?
    • What do the experts say about Parental Alienation?
    • How would you know if you were actually dealing with Parental Alienation
    • Rule out abusive behaviors by the supposed Alienated Parent
    • Attachment-Based Parental Alienation (C.A. Childress, Psy.D.)
    • Existing Programs & Support Available
    • High Road to Reunification (Dorcy Pruter)

    “Dads and Moms of Michigan couldn’t be more thrilled with the progress that is being made in the area of Parental Alienation awareness.  As an organization we have one goal in mind, to help parents provide a “Conflict Free Zone” for their children. We’re excited about the Governor’s recognition in our efforts to help drive more participation in the month of April as we continue to sow the seeds of peaceful Shared Parenting.” Dads & Moms of Michigan’s President & Executive Director, John Langlois said.

    For more information about participating in person or remotely at upcoming seminars and events, please visit www.dadsandmomsofmichigan.com.

    About Dads & Moms of Michigan
    Dads & Moms of Michigan is a nonprofit dedicated to bettering the lives of Children in Bi-Nuclear Families by providing education and support to help parents create a “Conflict Free Zone” for their children.

    Contact:
    John Langlois, President & Executive Director
    ​248-559-3237 
    langloisJ@dadsandmomsofmichigan.org
    www.dadsandmomsofmichigan.org

    Alexandra Iyer, Rally Event Director
    212-920-9133
    xahndra@gmail.com
    http://bit.ly/PAAdayMI​

    [ad_2]

    Source link