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Mexican group seeks reform to hear children in family court cases
Infancia sin Barreras is campaigning for children to be heard in family court cases in Mexico.
The group wants an open parliamentary forum at the Chamber of Deputies in San Lázaro to discuss the issue.
Its “Infancia con Voz” campaign aims to create a legal reform requiring courts to hear children’s views in custody proceedings.
The group says children’s wishes are not always reflected in court decisions about whether they live with their mother or father.
The campaign also calls for courts to consider children’s emotional needs and psychological assessments when deciding what is best for them.
The proposed forum would bring together experts, civil society, government representatives and lawmakers to discuss ways to strengthen child protection.
Infancia sin Barreras is seeking legal reform to ensure children’s views are heard and considered in family custody cases.
The group is calling for an open parliament at Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies to discuss children’s participation in family court proceedings.
Its “Infancia con Voz” campaign aims to create a reform proposal covering custody proceedings.
Founder Melina Escandón said children’s wishes are not always reflected in court decisions.
The group says children’s emotional needs and well-being should be central to these cases.
- Who
- The National Collective Infancia sin Barreras, founded by Melina Escandón.
- What
- It is seeking legal reform to ensure children’s views are heard and considered in family custody proceedings.
- When
- The report was published on October 13, 2026.
- Where
- The proposed open parliament would take place at the Chamber of Deputies in San Lázaro, Mexico.
- Why
- The group says children’s views and emotional needs are not always adequately considered in family court cases.
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- Campaign
- Infancia con Voz
- Proposed venue
- Chamber of Deputies, San Lázaro
- Founder
- Melina Escandón
- Published
- October 13, 2026
What people are saying
Children have the right to be heard. In family court proceedings, their voice, feelings and needs must be taken into account. This is not about favoring a mother or a father, but about putting the well-being of children at the center.
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