I never imagined I would need to ask for help like this.

I am currently facing a serious legal threat for speaking about my lived experience. I am in an emergency situation and urgently need support.

I am a stay-at-home, homeschooling mother of three young daughters, including a 10-month-old baby. For the past two and a half years, I have dedicated my time to educating the public about parental alienation — a form of child psychological abuse — through sharing my personal story and lived experience.

I was manipulated into rejecting my father for over 20 years. Speaking about that experience has been part of my healing, my advocacy, and my effort to protect children who are living through similar dynamics today.

Recently, a well-known public figure in this space, One Mom’s Battle (Tina Swithin) has threatened legal action against me, alleging defamation related to my advocacy and speech. Regardless of whether a lawsuit is ultimately filed, defending myself requires immediate legal counsel from an attorney experienced in First Amendment and defamation defense. The financial burden of this is far beyond what my family can afford.

What terrifies me is not telling my truth; it is the reality that legal intimidation can silence anyone who does not have money.

I am not wealthy. I am a full-time mother. And I am being forced to defend my right to speak while caring for three small children.

This fundraiser exists to:

-Retain an attorney experienced in First Amendment and defamation defense

-Cover legal consultations and representation

-Protect my ability to care for my children without fear of being silenced

Every contribution — no matter the size — helps ensure that advocacy around child psychological abuse cannot be shut down through intimidation alone.

If you believe people should be allowed to speak about their own lived experiences without fear, please consider helping my family during this terrifying moment.

Thank you for standing with me.

-Madi