The Journey Through Proceedings Mini-Series: Episode 3

This week, we are releasing the third and final episode of The Journey Through Proceedings, our new mini-series that brings the lived experiences of mothers who have been through care proceedings directly to you.

This series is an essential listen for anyone working in, or affected by, the family justice system. It reveals both the raw emotions and the hope that threads through some of life’s most challenging moments.

In each episode, we’ll hear directly from Claire, Vanessa and Hannah, who are graduates of the Pause programme. We are incredibly grateful to them and feel privileged to be able to share their stories.

Episode 3: Post-Proceedings – Now Available

In this episode, Claire, Hannah and Vanessa share their experiences of rebuilding their lives after the proceedings have concluded.

They talk about the significant role that the Pause programme played in supporting them and the power of small acts of kindness.

We were able to ask these mothers what changes they would like to suggest to those in positions of power, and hope that by doing so, we have been able to bring their voices and vital perspectives to professionals working in the family justice system and beyond.

What’s clear from these testaments is that the impact of care proceedings lingers far beyond the date of the final court hearing, and despite the life-changing consequences of the decision, with the right support, it is possible to rebuild.

Previous episodes

You can listen to episode 1 here and episode 2 here.

All episodes can be found on Spotify.

Other resources

Some of these stories were originally captured in a series of journey maps and a report detailing the experiences and impact of care proceedings on parents and young people. You can find those resources here.