A child-focused awareness initiative

The Shoes Left Behind

Every child leaves family court carrying something. This initiative brings visibility to what children carry and why it matters.

The Shoes Left Behind artwork with purple adult and yellow child tennis shoes
Our mission

Make unseen experiences visible.

The Shoes Left Behind raises awareness of the lasting impact family court decisions can have on children through education, storytelling, and community engagement.

Our vision

Children seen, heard, and protected.

We envision communities that understand the lifelong effects of childhood trauma and keep children’s well-being at the heart of every discussion.

Our purpose

Bring children back into the conversation.

We seek to help people recognize what children carry, understand why it matters, and inspire action rooted in compassion and care.

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