HomeMy Public PortalAbout2024 0425 Parental Alienation Awareness DayPROCLAMATION
ATIO
WHEREAS, parental alienation cruelly deprives children of their fundamental right to nurture and receive
affection from both parents and their entire familiar network; and,
WHEREAS, the pernicious effects of parental alienation can inflict profound emotional and psychological harm
upon a vulnerable child; and,
WHEREAS, pernicious behaviors such as disparaging a parent in the presence of a child can irreparably rupture
the sacred bond between a loving parent and their offspring; and,
WHEREAS, raising awareness about this significant issue fosters enlightenment and empathy, thereby
ameliorating the well-being of the children within our community; and,
WHEREAS, parental alienation empirically yields severe consequences for affected parents, including emotional
distress, loss, strained relationships, legal disputes, mental health challenges, and social isolation;
and,
WHEREAS, parental alienation has been acknowledged by the American Bar Association and the majority of
scientific literature as undeniably constituting a form of psychological abuse; and,
WHEREAS, the month of April is solemnly dedicated to child abuse awareness and prevention, recognizing
parental alienation as a grievous form of psychological abuse against children.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Anthony Heddlesten, Mayor of the City of Riverdale, do hereby proclaim April 25, 2024, as
PJA. E:NT i : L ALIENATION A ',ENESS DAY
in the city of Riverdale.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the City of
Riverdale on this 13th day of February 2024.
Anthony Heddlesten, Mayor
City of Riverdale, Iowa