Judicial Indiscretion
A sobering poem on the injustice of the family law system, which can never return time with his child that has been stolen from a father.
Three Keys to Keep You Alive If You Feel Like a Dead Man Walking
Sadly, the truth is we are surrounded by millions and millions of Dead Men Walking. These men are in solitary confinement. They're trapped in a cell in their mind and in their emotions and in their circumstances. Friends, we have got to do something to stop this slide.
False Allegations are a Global Threat to Justice and to Real Victims
In most countries, the majority said the false accuser was female and the accused person was male. Alarmingly, about one-third reported the false allegations were weaponised in child custody disputes. To help raise awareness, International Falsely Accused Day is held on 9 September.
What Are Some of the Concerns Faced by Single Fathers?
Single fathers face a unique set of challenges and concerns that can significantly impact their lives and their ability to raise their children effectively.
Restoring the Presumption of Innocence Conference
Equality before the law no longer exists in Australia. The presumption of innocence has been tossed aside – totally discarded by our biased media and undermined by regular legislative tampering with basic principles of justice.
Barry Williams — Eulogy by John Anderson, a friend from Canberra
Barry Williams was a tireless worker and advocate for children’s rights, lone fathers and families. Even after his medical episode, he did not relent. He started the Lone Fathers ACT (LFA) branch in 1972 and later extended it to a national body.
Personal Tribute to My Grandfather (Poppy): An Amazing Family Man
Poppy prevailed and received custody, becoming the first man in Australia to win custody, and therefore, setting the precedent for the future of men’s rights in Australia.
Winging It as a Single Father: How Did I Get Here?
Becoming a single parent was not part of my long-term life plan, and I would venture to say that most single mothers and fathers would agree, but like I always say, “We all have a story.”
Barry Williams – Australia’s Historic Lone Voice for Men, Children and Families
In the early seventies, Barry Williams became acutely aware, as a single father to four young children, including a 13-month-old baby, of the lack of support for men and fathers. His lifelong advocacy for single parents and their children has been phenomenal.
Tribute for Barry Williams from the Shared Parenting Council of Australia
My name is Wayne Butler. I have known and worked with Barry Williams, the founder of the Lone Fathers Association, since 2001. Please find my video tribute to my dear friend and colleague Barry Williams here below.
