The Bill of Rights for Children of Incarcerated Parents:

1. I have the right to be kept safe and informed at the time of my parent's arrest.

2. I have the right to be heard when decisions are made about me.

3. I have the right to be considered when decisions are made about my parent.

4. I have the right to be well cared for in my parent's absence.

5. I have the right to speak with, see and touch my parent.

6. I have the right to support as I face my parent's incarceration.

7. I have the right not to be judged, blamed or labeled because my parent is incarcerated.

8. I have the right to a lifelong relationship with my parent.

*The work of the Marin Coalition is based on the SFCIP and the SF Bill of Rights for Children of Incarcerated Parents. www.sfcip.org