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Ensure the repatriation of Shauna Hadden and her daughter Ava Machado before Shauna's Brazilian visa expires.

Created by J.L. on July 04, 2013

My daughter Ava and I and our families are grateful for whatever help or guidance you can provide regarding my current situation. My name is Shauna Lynn Hadden (3/01/1980). In an effort to help my daughter understand her Brazilian heritage and also to visit with her father and his extended family, I planned a trip to Brazil on May 21, 2013 with an intent to stay until June 12th. The trip has taken an unfortunate turn as my ex-husband has tried to obtain custody of our daughter while here. Our passports were taken and we are on a no-fly list at risk for being arrested if we try to leave. My visa is set to expire on August 21st, 2013.I am terrified that the courts will drag this out past the expiration of my visa and I will have to leave my daughter.

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