Dreams for Change

Reader’s Editorial: Nonprofit continues aiding families despite allegations of sexual abuse by staff

By Christi Grab

March 9, 2026 (San Diego) — Last year, a controversial bill was put forth in the California legislature, AB-495. Opponents claimed AB-495 would make it easy to kidnap children from schools. Thanks to strong push back from the public, the bill was amended.


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