Afterword Discussion

In this final chapter, Dr Langley summarizes the issues she has raised and highlighted in the entirety of her book in simple, non-academic language for the reader. She offers a brief overview of her current life with Cayden, answers questions that are plaguing her readers’ minds such as: What happens to her and Cayden now? Dr Langley also offers helpful advice to other single exiled mothers in similar circumstances and resources and genuine non-government organizations they can refer to for assistance. Dr Langley also seeks a collective approach from her readers to tackle the key issues she reiterates: (1) extortion, lack of ethics, morals and accountability of the legal profession – she details and highlights the abuse of power at play; (2) secondary victimization and institutional betrayal by multiple institutions – the police force, hospitals, mental health professionals, social services, the legal system, international organizations such as the UN/UNHCR, the Hague Convention, Interpol, etc.; (3) violation of human rights (freedom of speech and expression) – victims are forcibly silenced, they are unable to voice their complaints about unethical professionals (especially in the legal profession) for fear and threat of repercussions; and (4) weaponization of international treaties – the Hague Convention, Interpol, etc. Lastly, Dr Langley seeks support for a unified voice – via her organization, Liberty International Foundation Taskforce.