I don't know what to do . . .
Hi, I'm a 16 year old that lives in Canada. My parents were abusive my entire life, to each other and to me. The abuse is not as bad as it used to be, my mother doesn't hit me that often anymore so my situation is better now. I have a 3 year old sister and I fear for her safety since my mother threatens to beat her up. I don't want my sister to experience the same thing I did. I recently called Kids Help Phone and they told me to call CPS but I don't have the best experience with authority since the teacher's at my school found out about my abuse several times and did nothing. First time was when I as around 6 and I went to school with a split lip when I was beaten up by my mother, a teacher found out about how it happened and called in my parents. Second time, I lived in an apartment building where my teacher lived above us. She probably heard shouting and crying, decided to check it out. When she came, I was sobbing in the corner of the room since I've been beaten by my mother for about an hour. She talked to my parents. Third time, my friend saw my mom slap me and she told my fourth grade teacher, who called my parents. In all those instances, I think my dad convinced them not to take me away. I once had social workers visit us, but I lied about my situation since my parents told me that my sister would be taken away. Either way, I don't trust the authority. What should I do? Call CPS or something else? What will happen once I call CPS? I just wanna protect my sister . . .
@Aciy
Hey love
I'm truly sorry to hear your situation, that's a rough one. Your fears are valid and very understandable from what you've been through. However, if you believe your sister truly is in danger, and you want to protect her, calling CPS may be your best option. She may be taken, yes, but its quite possible you may be able to work something out that you will be able to receive custody of her when you are older. I would recommend getting yourself protection as well, from CPS. That may be your best bet.
If you really cannot come to trust these authorities, you may have another possibility. You will have to wait, depending on the laws in Canada, but I know that here in America a 17-year-old is able to get emancipated. Emancipated meaning that you have legal independence from your parents through the court, in which case, presenting a strong enough case, you may also be able to fight for custody of your sister, once you have proven your own case. I suggest you research that option and availability. I am not an expert. And If you have a relative willing to take you in, after you've taken that step, you and your sister should be much much safer, that may be a very good idea.
I hope the best for you and your sister. As well as your mother, that is an ill woman to treat her children so abusively. Please research as much as you can, I'm sorry if my words have not been correct to say, but that's the best I can say. My heart goes to you and your sister, best luck to you, may you find safety and peace.