For the second year running, PAPA (People Against Parental Alienation) organised the world’s largest demonstration gathering to raise awareness for Worldwide Parental Alienation Awareness Day. This is Part 1 of a brand-new docuseries following the campaign work of PAPA members and its founder, Simon Cobb, as the movement continues to grow. Filmed in Portsmouth on April 25th, 2026, this powerful event brought together thousands of people from across the country and beyond, to stand united against parental alienation and raise awareness of the experiences many families face through the Family Court system. Highlights from the day include: • PAPA volunteers abseiling down the iconic Spinnaker Tower • The Spinnaker Tower lit up in PAPA’s signature teal in solidarity • Real people sharing their personal stories and experiences • A nationwide demonstration calling for change and accountability • Behind-the-scenes footage of the organisation and campaign efforts 00:00 The Impact of Family Court on Children 02:00 Natalie - Issues not being addressed by Family Courts and Police 03:00 Preparing for the Abseil 04:07 Jane - PAPA Volunteer about to be the first abseiler 07:27 Gareth - Personal Stories of Alienation and Struggle 08:00 Paul - Raising Awareness and meeting others 08:53 Simon Cobb - Walk from the abseil to the Spice Island 11:11 Arriving at The Spice Island 12:07 Scott - Kissed by Vultures Lead singer explains why he and the band are here 12:47 Melanie Gill - Explains the science of Parental Alienation are why its being dismissed 14:44 ScottReviewsThings - Shares why Parental Alienation Day is important to him 16:06 Simon Cobb - Gives a speech ahead of the band and Tower lighting up 17:53 Gareth interview - The Emotional Toll of Family Court 23:59 Stuart interview - The endless saga of Court Orders Not being upheld 30:38 Lisa interview - Why family courts chooses to put children with the abuser 39:43 Outro shots 42:04 Drone Footage 42:25 BBC Report This docuseries offers an honest and emotional look into the people behind the movement, the challenges families face, and the growing demand for awareness, reform, and support. PAPA hopes to continue growing this event year after year, giving a voice to those affected and standing up for children and families across the UK. Subscribe, share, and help raise awareness. For Support https://www.papaorg.co.uk/ Follow Kissed By Vultures https://kissedbyvultures.com/ End Music Credit Katie Devine Save Our Children https://linktr.ee/KatieFaithDevine Produced by PAPA & Family Court Voice Executive Producers: Mark Batchelor and Simon Cobb #PAPA #ParentalAlienation #WorldwideParentalAlienationDay #FamilyCourt #FamilyJustice #Portsmouth #SpinnakerTower #Documentary #Campaign #UKNews ⚠️ Disclaimer: Thoughts and views expressed are those of the speakers only and not necessarily the views of PAPA or any of its members. Family Court Voice and PAPA do not have access to any confidential court files and all interviews are reported in good faith.
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My parents staying together for 15 years after their love for eachother dissolved was the worst thing that happened to me. Giving my father partial custody after they finally divorced was a horrible decision as I wasn’t asked and would’ve distanced myself from his abuse sooner if I had the option.
The thing is we do have the specialist assessment tools to understand the unique dynamics in families subject to alienation. We have attachment science which tells how children and parents are actually thinking about each other and most importantly why, and we have specialist child and family therapists who can help even the alienator. We have forensics techniques to call out when allegations are false but these specialists have been driven out, not just in the UK but across Europe, Australia and the US. Its an outrage and families and children are being harmed on a massive scale because all this has been allowed to happen. But the more people speak out the more the can be done to change whats going on.
Great documentary, very brave of people sharing their experiences too and amazing to see so many there to get the message out. I spoke with Mark from Family Court Voice about my case, final hearing is for the 3rd June, just over 11 months and nearly £40k spent on legal fees, so many accusations and it always seems like a case of Guilty until proven innocent. Hopefully the message is picked up and taken seriously by those that need to make and enforce change
Yesssss we need awareness
Come to California
Oh man I'd love to get our story out! Ongoing since 2015 my daughter is so tough. Joint legal custody yet she's still continuing no warning no nothing. I've faced false arrest false allegations and I proved my innocence beat the case. But that doesn't matter it makes the narc more angry. Jealous of my daughter I can't help but feel that way
Why did I get here from a manga website
Subbed! Was screwed over by the courts too! Let's gooo!!
I’m here from facebook…subscribed
,c'est impressionnant de voir le nombre de cas ! en europe c'est la même chose. Tant d'enfants abimés durablement par des querelles d'adultes. Je suis prêt à témoigner
Change is needed! Let’s go!
6 years of alienation because of abusive ex husband
I’ve been alienated for the last 6 years, to scared to attempt to change this due to previous false accusations
I’m still going through family court and would be happy to share my experiences
I find it incredible that through adversity something so beautiful is born. I hope all those affected find peace and justice!
this is why I miss my grandchildren... she took him out of my life without notice... i woke up and he was gone.
What's very relevant too , is that the law incentives and encourages divorce , it actually pays the alienator to prevent contact , the law incentives family break up and no contact , the Swedish system of divorce should be made here
Does the family court judges see this , it's amazing what your doing , the courts may not even hear about this or care
DAMNED GOVERNMENT IS A GIANT PIECE OF CRAP!!! 😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡
In family court they do a lot of "come back later". Later is not next week but 4 months later. I asked in February if I could attend my child's school graduation at the end of June and they said there wasn't enough time to decide - I should have asked at least 6 months earlier (but six months earlier I didn't know if she would be approved to graduate).