Building Stronger Families, Even When Separate

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 The family court system is failing families across the country — but real change doesn’t start in a courtroom. It starts with you.

If you're ready to take justice back into your community’s hands and protect children from corruption, coercion, and court-based trauma, you can start a Children’s Court Chapter right where you are.

We’ll give you the tools, training, structure, and support. You bring the heart and the courage to lead.

 You don’t need to be a lawyer, politician, or professional. You just need:

• A passion for protecting children and families 
• A deep belief in non-adversarial, community-based solutions 
• The drive to organize and lead others in your town, city, or county
   

We welcome:

• Parents and survivors 
• Advocates and therapists 
• Educators, social workers, and coaches 
• Faith leaders, community organizers, and volunteers

 As a chapter founder, you’ll gain access to:

• Children’s Court Chapter Starter Guide 
• Templates for local bylaws, volunteer recruitment, and meeting structures 
• Training in the Five Realms Framework 
• Ongoing 1-on-1 support from our national team
• A listing on our national site + branded materials 
• Early access to legislative efforts, ambassador programs, and more

 Step 1: Fill Out the Chapter Interest Form

Let us know who you are, where you're located, and why you want to start a chapter.

 [Apply to Start a Chapter] Copy and Paste the questions below into your email!

Step 2: Schedule an Intro Call

We’ll meet with you to answer questions, discuss logistics, and talk about what’s next.

Step 3: Receive Your Starter Toolkit

Once approved, we’ll send you our Chapter Starter Guide with everything you need to launch your first local event, gathering, or Realm-based offering.

Step 4: Begin Your Journey

You’ll begin building your chapter with our ongoing guidance — from volunteer recruitment to local outreach to community healing circles.

Email us at Info@ChildrensCourt.org. In the Subject, put "CHAPTER - (Location) -(YOUR NAME)"

We'd like to know your story! We have to stay organized however, so if we have a local chapter,

we will connect you with others or you can join forces!

Please COPY AND PASTE the below form with the questions into your first email.

After we receive your first email, we will send you a follow up email with information and support to proceed.

Thank you for your interest in starting a local chapter of Children’s Court.
We’re looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to build community-based alternatives to the family court system. This form helps us understand your story, your vision, and your readiness to lead.
 

1. Full Name 
2. Email Address 
3. Phone Number (optional) 
4. City & State / County
    

1. What brings you to Children’s Court? (Tell us your personal connection or motivation) 
2. Do you have lived experience with family court? (Yes/No – Optional to elaborate) 
3. What is your current role? (Parent, survivor, advocate, educator, therapist, organizer, etc.) 
4. Do you have any experience in community work, facilitation, or advocacy? If yes, tell us a bit about it.
    

1. Why do you want to start a chapter in your area? 
2. What do you hope to see change in your community through Children’s Court? 
3. Are there any existing organizations, groups, or resources you already work with or support?
    

1. Are you willing to commit to building and sustaining a chapter over time? (Y/N) 
2. Do you have at least one other person you might partner with or recruit? (Y/N) 
3. Do you need help building your team or network? (Y/N)
    

1. Is there anything else you'd like us to know? 
2. How did you hear about Children’s Court?
    

Once submitted, you’ll be contacted to schedule an introductory call and begin onboarding.