GlobalARRK Featured in upcoming HCCH Judges Newsletter: Trauma-Informed Approaches to International Relocation Disputes
We’re proud to share that our CEO, Roz Osborne, wrote “Trauma-Informed Perspectives on International Relocation Disputes.” The article highlights the growing crisis of “stuck parents”—primarily mothers unable to return to their home countries with their children following relationship breakdowns, often in the context of domestic abuse.
Drawing on over 3,000 cases supported since 2012, the piece calls for urgent reform of relocation frameworks to better reflect the lived experiences of affected families. Key insights include:
- 90% of GlobalARRK clients report domestic abuse, with many lacking legal status, housing, or support in the country they are “stuck” in.
- Current legal systems often fail to protect these parents, leading to trauma, legal limbo, and increased risk of mental health issues.
- The article presents 9 key recommendations for more humane, trauma-informed, and child-centred relocation practices—including faster procedures, better legal aid access, and greater recognition of domestic abuse.
Read the article below, and email us at info@globalarrk.org for any queries.
