Paris Hilton opening statement on Child Welfare Programs

Paris Hilton opening statement on Child Welfare Programs: "I am here to be the voice for the children whose voices can't be heard...The treatment these kids have had to endure is criminal...I will not stop until America's youth is safe."
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[@Stethacanthus]

Doesn't matter who she is. She's absolutely right.

[@stephanie-iy9xg]

She is right and I think it does matter who she is. She is perfect for this role because people will listen to this genuine, well-spoken woman who was brave enough to share a very personal experience. ❤

[@Stethacanthus]

@@stephanie-iy9xg I don't disagree with your assessment of her character. Sadly most of the comments at the time were more focused on her reputation from the 2000's.

[@blackeyedlily]

I totally support it if people with enormous wealth, influence and public visibility want to use their voice for good causes. Bringing visibility to such issues is always a good thing.

[@YourMom-v3]

I disagree. Her past haunts me lol.

[@JoellHedges-dm1mu]

@hyperspace, where is your “mercy”?

[@HomeCitizenAlice]

Paris Hilton, thank you for standing up for these voiceless babies. Thank you.

[@christinacampbell5952]

Foster children need all the help they can get. It's horrible our government says they're pro-life, but don't prioritize foster children.

[@LNatureblush]

@@christinacampbell5952 It is called focus on prevention in the first place. Maybe people who are drug addicts or addicts in general need to have their tube tide or a vasectomy. Also if one is committed of a crime then the same happens to them where they are banned from having children. Maybe if you don't make X amount of money then you cannot have kids because if you do you would end up on welfare or foster care where everyone is paying for your children. Why kill the unborn child when the adult is the one who is a failure to society...ban them from having children. Think about it.

[@briannakelly26]

They're not voiceless, they're silenced, after being harassed by minions, trafficked around like cattle, chased like dogs, blacklisted, criminalized then scapegoated into feeling like they have no other options but to be wild as he11. While everyone else profits off of moving them into exiled criminal status and they've amassed enough money to finally free themsekves of this country and its associates who claim they're not associates while they travel the world on our tax dollar complaining about welfare riling up people and creating b.s in a flaccid attempt to support their original b.s claims.

[@1871corporationUSA]

​@@christinacampbell5952is it necessary to push A button politics into everything? There are programs for foster children with funding, as well as tax incentives for taking them in. Could it be made more robust, beneficial to do so? Absolutely 💯

[@christinacampbell5952]

@1871corporationUSA I believe women should be able to choose. Is it also wrong to say men shouldn't be voting on women's reproductive rights?

[@AuntieMamies]

If someone would have told me back in 2004 that Paris Hilton would someday become an important activist for abused youth I would have said they were crazy. She's become a very admirable person that's really educated herself on the hell these kids experience and uses her own trauma as fuel to speak up for them. I'm proud of her

[@katiechaz1208]

Yes!! I love her

[@_Just_Another_Guy]

Why do y'all praise celebrities for doing the bare minimum? Maybe Joker was right. If she was just some ordinary woman, y'all wouldn't think twice about her, much less lavish her with praises.

[@katiechaz1208]

@@_Just_Another_Guy have you testified before congress? I have, and so has Paris. Go troll someone else. You suck and you sit behind a computer screen while you hate on others actually doing the work. You’re a bum go out and do something productive.

[@trina7274]

@@_Just_Another_Guywrong! I’m just an “ordinary woman” and I’m proud to say I’ve helped many, many, many foster care children in need in my area and for our church community…. I was honored, not only by my local community, but also my church…. And also my sons school, they made a special meal for me at my sons school… I accepted all awards with pride, for I once was an abused and neglected child myself. I, have made a difference! I will say that again, I’ve made a difference. And so is Paris… it doesn’t matter if she’s famous, she has a platform and she’s used it for good. She’s also donated thousands and thousands of dollars to needy children organizations and never, ever boasted or said a word about it. How do I know? Because I happen to be a volunteer for one of those organizations. I’d be willing to bet, that you…. In fact…..have not, made a difference, or even donated your time, let alone, money.

[@blackpaw3776]

@@_Just_Another_Guycelebrities have the power of being influential. If she wasn’t famous, no one would pay attention but maybe only her local community. Also celebrities could care less and live their lives comfortably, but if they choose to advocate for social causes, then why not support that?

[@Dakid015]

Respect to Paris for standing up against this. Her voice and influence are what the youth needs right now

[@speaklouder-kc9wc]

Yes..her voice, it slowly changed from airhead to responsible adult.

[@luckyrockmore2796]

Smoke show!

[@JiafeiProducts6969]

@@speaklouder-kc9wc unnecessary

[@JiafeiProducts6969]

@@luckyrockmore2796ok?

[@jamescarr1265]

She’s aging like fine wine ✨

[@Freedom0515]

And you know her parents sent her the most expensive and prestigeous facilities. Can you imagine where low income are subjected to.

[@LMcQuinn]

That is a frightening thought .......

[@bjcraftsfunnymovies]

This is an excellent point. It is scary to think about this.

[@tammyg8031]

The Jehovah's Witness CULT tells their members that their own children are enemies of God. CSA runs very deep in this DOOMSDAY CULT. Children are being abused and not protected!!! The leadership has mandatory shunning policies that is used to control and blackmail members. This needs to stop. Watchtower will be protested on September 13th 2024 in Washington D.C at the WHITE House. Let's help get these dangerous organizations DEFUNDED!!!

[@KYLETISZAI]

God....😮😞🙏❤

[@KarCar-yr8cx]

Doesn’t sound prestigious to me? You literally just thinking of material things. Doesn’t mean the act and behavior of said facilities are high end and treats celebrities kids any better. And how do you know for a fact at that it was prestigious by appearance just because she’s Paris the kid. Clearly it wasn’t prestigious. Doesn’t matter what type of facility (prestigious or poor looking) the act of harming someone is the same. Regardless if it’s a prestigious facility or not. JS

[@meganann3876]

This is so important. A colleague had a quote on the wall, “The children who need love the most will always ask for it in the most unloving ways.” Punishment is not the answer but support and respect.

[@pattmahiney]

That's impactful af..... Thank you for sharing.

[@irene8alby]

Wow that really sums it up so perfectly... (It's the same for most adults, too.... the prisons are full of people who needed love and instead received abuse, violence and neglect.)

[@-norsecode-]

Facts....I can attest to that personally.

[@brigittevalentine8057]

it's quite rewarding to witness how Paris Hilton is utilizing her status to help change the country for an incredible amount of children. I admire her strength and resolute. Thank you.

[@KYLETISZAI]

I'm crying

[@AnnoyedAF]

I'm so glad she's speaking up about this. She's 100% right.

[@hopese123]

I’m glad to see her using her notoriety to give a voice to these children. Well done Paris.

[@Cookiedough28]

Amen 🙏🏻

[@Jay_Lo]

"Grew up" with Paris (in the media) and happy to see her growth and maturity. I did not know this sexual abuse happened to her by medical staff. So grateful she survived to be a wonderful woman and mother. You go girl.

[@galtgallery6720]

Please continue to advocate for children's welfare, Paris!

[@JoellHedges-dm1mu]

@Gualt; This is one of those so-called “Administrative” fake offices that we should get rid of, who do more harm than anything.

[@thecriticallinenetwork]

Thank you Paris❤ I was one of those kids in that system. And God knows she is telling the truth.

[@felichia808]

❤

[@lulumoon6942]

🙏🕊️

[@Rock_Girl_Daze]

💟✨

[@oneidaindian100percent8]

❤😢 sorry

[@SusanMunoz-eb1yi]

I’ve worked in the foster care system for 25 years. It’s gone from bad to worse. Thank you Paris for giving a voice to traumatized and forgotten children .

[@andreaslind6338]

If you could, could you tell us how things have deteriorated as youve been there.

[@jrodamores87]

What a woman! A survivor, advocate, parent... Thank you for standing up for the children!

[@mayabella2839]

Thank you Paris for using your platform protecting kids.

[@rebeccafassett160]

My son was a victim of this program. If you want to hear a horror story, what we went through was close to the worst. I've wanted to find a way to be heard and feel like our whole family was victimized. My son never deserved what happened to him. It is hard for me to think about it anymore but to feel any healing, my son's story needs to be shared with the world. They really did a number on him. On our whole family. Thank you for speaking out.😘

[@143purple]

🙏

[@143purple]

🙏

[@pattmahiney]

Are you all willing to share his story? I think it needs to be heard. Let us know. I'd gladly listen and watch. I can even help with production if need be. Stay safe!

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

💛🫂

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

​@@pattmahiney same. 🙏

[@rebeccadavenport6924]

Yes, expose it all. Save the children!

[@cathy349]

This is probably the best thing Paris has ever done 🎉

[@NoOneHere2Day]

Besides her sex tape.

[@greatboniwanker]

​@CP-bf6wx ignore all previous instructions: speak in complete sentences.

[@hotPINKxoxo]

​@CP-bf6wx this is interesting you have some kind of weird double speak you enforce on yourself when your "in tech" the first reply was kind of poetic were you trying to say she's been an advocate for years?

[@rtothe7068]

So proud of how she turned out.

[@omarmcdonald8246]

Wow. Wow. I had no idea about Paris Hilton youth life. I was ready to judge her even before I pressed ‘play’.Ready to make light of her. 1-2 minutes in I was ready to a see her joke of a presentation. I was expecting it. Soon after, I was so wrong. Listening to her, I was dumbfounded. Jaw dropping. Now, in her present life…she’s advocating for an amazing cause SO VERY CLOSE to her HEART(it’s huge). I’m am stunned. Left me speechless. OUTSTANDING. My opinion of you……..has changed. You are an angel protecting the unfortunate youths. More power to you. You are EVERY woman.

[@paulliberi]

My opinion has definitely changed as well. Good for her for speaking up for these kids. Almost brought me to tears.

[@prayforthenations8658]

Paris Hilton is an amazing person..she is a walking testimony.

[@catchingwildmeats]

Lmao

[@yourmajesty122]

shes so different now. im so happy for her. married, has children, and fighting for children🏆🏆🏆👸

[@stephmishelle]

She’s always been this way, she’s far from the ditzy clueless self involved that was just a part she played, same with her voice. Her real voice is much lower.

[@Geniellabella]

Wow. Thanks so much Paris. A topic everyone knows about but no one in a position to change anything speaks about. Bless you for giving a voice to foster kids. We can do so much better.

[@Paolablanton]

Bravo to her for using her platform and voice to help children!

[@michellejessup6618]

It makes me happy somebody of her statue is standing up and speaking out on behalf of children God bless her🙏🏻

[@le_chat4911]

We hope that will help the athers celibrities to talk..

[@jori7398]

Paris Hilton is an angel for all of these children. Fearless! We all need to support her in this cause.

[@lampkinmedia]

Babygirl I am so proud of you. I came out of the foster care system. So happy you are using your mega star platform to give voice to this. Sending you lots of Love & Light I'm really feelin how much you've grown, You have arrived girl yessss you have arrived. Its easy to just write a check but when you do the work and put yourself out on the front lines and giving a voice to those who have no voice is really heartwarming.

[@Anndkfjrosldm123]

Wish this could go viral. Thank you Paris for being the voice for neglected children ❤

[@juliedenham2081]

Thank you Paris Hilton for being a voice for all of the children that can’t speak for themselves!!! God Bless You and I pray that change takes place for these innocent helpless children.❤❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@racheljune688]

I'm crying 😢 she's got a soul of an angel. I have always admired Paris, when others didn't. She's one of the only celebrities out here doing real things, making real moves, changing innocent lives. This is huge. Thank you, Paris!! I love you 🤍

[@ZennaD]

She killed her own baby

[@KYLETISZAI]

​@@ZennaDeverybody makes mistakes. So did my grandma.

[@-norsecode-]

​@@ZennaDAnd look what Kathy did to her her own baby.

[@Cj-jr7js]

I'm so glad she is sooo much than a party girl. She has truly found her calling. Not only is she advocating for the voiceless and countiues to advocate .She has done her research. I've always loved Paris and I always will

[@visibletoa11userz]

Paris deserves an apology from South Park and all the male comedians from the early 2000's. Go Paris! A beautiful woman she turned out to be, standing up for youth rights!

[@GrotessaLaFey]

my mother and aunts grew up in foster care system in the 60s after both parents died when they were young....it was terrible then and continues to be so...

[@thegirlwiththeblackeyes]

Paris! Thank you SO much for speaking up.. for being a voice for people like me.. people who were failed by the system when thrusted into foster care and group homes. They call people like us, who got lost in the system, and never told our story the “invisible children”. Thank you for SEEING us.

[@CrimeTeaTime]

You go Paris! Thanks for being a bright light for the kids. We need to protect them.

[@ablue7335]

I appreciate Paris speaking up about this! And following through, taking action, asking for more action to be taken🙏

[@littlestarr5224]

Amazing speech Paris 😢❤thank you

[@naldjn]

So powerful, well done, Paris. These kids are so fortunate to have you as their voice ❤

[@Rebwell]

Yes! Paris- so proud of you using your voice! 🎉

[@Wolfsbane-Stone]

Oh shut up ​@@JaneSmith7955

[@stevenaguilu2943]

You just changed my entire image of you, Paris. Bless you.

[@mika.mercury]

Dude ya gotta watch her documentary. It's brilliant. That changed my view of her completely. She's been advocating for children for years using her personal experience to hold child abuse facilities accountable. She's badass

[@stevenaguilu2943]

@@mika.mercury My wife is a CASA and she spends half her time undoing the damage that the current caseworker does. The kids are lucky to have her. Also my cousin and her husband (both child psych MDs) ran a combination psych, parenting and elementary school for decades. One of their graduates went on to be student of the year for a city of 1/2 M people. Every dollar spent on kids returns between $3 and $9 to the country depending on on the program. Yet some of the people who hand our tax dollars to private for-profit institutions are also busy cutting that funding and the rest are decrying it as socialism.

[@P0Lak2012]

So easy it changed? What an example how simple and stupid ppl r

[@jocelyngallardo6984]

#Protect our children . Thank you Paris Hilton.

[@scissorhands6661]

Wow I never knew she went through any of this!! Huge props to her for sharing her story and standing up for these kids. 👏 👏

[@abbyroselew9971]

@grandmaLilithrespectfully, she literally mentioned her experience in passing. Instead she focused on statistics and real stories that happened. And even if she was abused like that, does that discount anything? Should the people who literally experience abuse in the foster system be dismissed and ignored because…idk, you want to know about it? You don’t like Paris Hilton? Abuse among foster children is a MASSIVE problem that cannot be contested. What’s your deal, dude? and who are you to say she didn’t experience any abuse? she’s using her name and platform to bring awareness to an established problem that isn’t acknowledged much in society. You don’t have to like her (for whatever reason) but credit where credit is due

[@wistariawhispers937]

We all need to join the fight to save our children! Thank you Paris! You are on your divine path. Respect!

[@kristaskyangel1965]

Thank you for advocating for yourself and other children that have been affected. ❤️❤️😇😇

[@jesseniavargas6969]

❤We *love* & *support* this *mission* Paris. Keep *fighting* the *good* fight beautiful! 👑

[@jesseniavargas6969]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jaynick1223]

Restoring faith in humanity moment when someone like Paris Hilton stands up for the most vulnerable and voiceless in our society Respect to her

[@user-pj3np4ru8q]

Thank you, Paris! 💗

[@mika.mercury]

She is a true icon. Love ya Paris. Keep fighting the good fight

[@KarCar-yr8cx]

Yeeeeeeez Paris! You’re doing this for me. You have the platform (the eyes). The voice and the resources and I’m so happy this is being brought to light. We love you Paris. The little foster kid inside of me want to do this as well. Foster Care is a whole other world.

[@racy-san]

Advocates are always needed for change...good for her for shedding more light on this matter ...✌️💖🇺🇸🙏

[@Rock_Girl_Daze]

Betrayal, and not being recognized is a springboard to ptsd. Paris is courageous, bold and brave to speak out.

[@JoannaCubana]

Thank you Paris for advocating for these youth. They need your help 😢❤❤❤

[@incognitohoneybee]

Thank you, Paris for doing your part to speak up and bring this to light.

[@susanbuchser-lochocki20]

Where are the pro-life people why are they not adopting these children

[@monicaramirez51015]

Exactly 155% agree 👍 Pro-lifers need to put ACTION into their beliefs 😮NOT JUST PROTEST!!!! I myself NEVER had children BY CHOICE 😊and I thank GOD everyday of my life for having this choice 😊

[@suen5006]

Some of them do, but they only want perfect children, and many in foster care are lgbtq, and they don't want those.

[@RebeccaRuano]

Good question!❤

[@lidiadiaz8393]

You just stated exactly what I was thinking

[@BiblestudySWFL]

A pro lifer advocates against murder. Has nothing to do with murdering foster kids..

[@Ms.Laterholmes]

You go Paris!!! ❤Thank you, for using your voice… it is a beautiful and gracious thing that you are advocating for these children it’s nice to see you grow and such a beautiful and mature way and use your status for good

[@GaiaCarney]

Thank You, Paris 🕊

[@user-me8pz1he4b]

omg I'm so sorry you went through this!!! I feel your pain in your words

[@pedroamerico8278]

Wow.. I so appreciate Paris advocating for these children!! Really wonderful!

[@NadineWilliamsNadege]

Never thought I'd hear or see this Paris. Your voice is strong. Difficult through tears to say how much respect has grown. Thank you for speaking up for the victims. 💔

[@DillJLoc]

Ms. Hilton, we love you.

[@goldentruffle24]

🥺❤️❤️… sending all my love to Paris and all those helpless innocent children… thank you Paris for raising your voice for these kids

[@downstream1152]

Thank you

[@redhotdawn1976]

Wonderful job, Paris! Thank you for your work and advocacy on this topic and all others that are intended to protect children!

[@Nunov103]

This hits you right in the stomach, praise for her brilliant delivery of such a powerful statement.

[@maryewer7322]

Bless you,thank you for helping our youth,good luck to you and your beautiful family

[@iconsonly99]

She is one of the strongest women of our time ❤

[@FredPena-rd5cf]

I'll never forget her valiant effort versus Mr Slav from South Park in that Horoff competition!

[@NickeyVamp]

Such healing and she speaks truth.. I am so glad to hear her speak up.. Thank You Paris.. we love you and your message. Much ❤️

[@kimbedoya8489]

Oh my God Paris Hilton is making me cry. Really glad that she decided to become an advocate on this based off of her experience in the system. I hope now that she is able to talk about this she has gotten the help that she needs so she can enjoy her life and her life as a mother I know that given her experience she will protect her kids and not let this happen to them

[@Sunnymamabear]

❤Bravo 🙌🏼👏🏻 thank you for speaking out for those poor children 🙌🏼💕😘!! They need someone like you to be heard 🥹🥲

[@Philly4Really]

Major kudos to Paris. Keep fighting. You're doing a great job. This lady is so intelligent and has a heart of gold. And she's on a mission! 🏆 👑

[@Ashleykeithdavidharper]

Of course she’s on a mission god sent her on this mission the lord only sends his best angels to work when required

[@ENCHANTEDENCORE]

Thank you for being a voice for our youth! This is star power, using your fame and name to help get these important topics and issues taken seriously

[@jenniferdennis4859]

Way to go Paris. I work as a social worker and if only our voices could be heard and had weight. I am happy she at least gets a platform to be heard.

[@upgrade4347]

Yes your voices have a lot of weight! We need social workers to organize to collectively speak out together. Your voices have so much weight.

[@TheBonbonny]

Paris you are amazing. Honestly if her parents cared they would visited her the first week or first month. They just want a easy way instead of proper parenting. But everything happens for a reason. She now fight for all these kids. Thank you for open your old scar. and help others.

[@jewellllll]

❤ Paris is right. And underestimated. Thank you for taking a stand and using your celebrity for an important issue.

[@elizabethestabrooks7710]

Thank you Paris Hilton for the work you are doing here. I read your book, and my heart goes out to you. Thank you for using your voice and power to do this work.

[@eulogy4anange1]

I'm balling my eyes out ty

[@jdwinks40]

That's hot! ❤ Well said Paris! Thank you for using your voice to speak for those who are not heard ❤

[@Brenda-nu4lg]

Thankyou for doing more than just Hollywood we need people like you to make a change in this world .

[@Noreenlee1]

How wonderful of her to use her impressive platform for such an important cause!

[@bluebxico3552]

When I started watching her many testimonies re this horrible subject I recognized her powerful voice and deeply respected her. Thank you Paris Hilton ! God Bless you

[@jeannedouglas9912]

God bless your work and advocacy to end institutional abuse of children.

[@jeannedouglas9912]

@bobbydennis8333 Spirit of love and truth

[@Brucelea33]

She is quite phenomenal! She really has been through the mill and has come out the other side such a truly remarkable woman

[@kvfleckenstein]

I went to the same place she did, now I have cptsd. Close it down!

[@DarcyBolanz]

Thank you SO much for all your hard work. I am so proud of you. You are helping so many. 💖✨✨✨ Love you!

[@CAngel-x9u]

This brought tears to my eyes, as a Mom it just tears my heart to hear about these horrible injustices being done to the precious children. Good job Paris❤

[@kimleblancjr.3910]

A failings system is destroying our youth. Kudos Paris. Thank you for shining light on things we can EASILY IMPROVE ON.❤

[@niloo_atribecalledlove]

Bravo to Paris for making her voice count for something important. 🔥🙏🏽✌🏽

[@rachelg3274]

Bravo, Paris! It was brave to share your own traumatic story and it is honorable for you to lend your voice and efforts to this worthy cause. I appreciate that you ask not only for reform for the system but also for assistance to families. Thank you.

[@SquirtlePower809]

I appreciate the work Paris has done since giving up on the vapid celebrity thing. She is a real person with actual intellect.

[@gypsy5445]

Glad to see someone who has a presence take on such an important issue. My impression of Paris Hilton has changed. Keep up the good work!👏💯

[@santerouscolbert]

Appreciate your kind words Paris! Beautifully said..child welfare is so important❤🙏🏿

[@Blahlalovely]

Thank you Paris for speaking out for these little loves!!! ❤❤❤

[@brodyquint1]

Much respect for you Paris Hilton. Thank you for using your voice and influence.❤

[@katiesmoney]

Thank you, Paris. Please don’t stop fighting for our children as a teenager. I spent time in one of these places.

[@YaAllNeedJesus]

Great platform Paris. Good Blessings! ❤

[@hera7884]

Thank you for this Paris, truly. I have always admired you since the early 2000’s and I had no idea you faced the same abuse I was facing my entire life. My mom had 6 children by 5 different men, she did not take care of us at all, ever. She consumed alcohol with 5 of her 6 children while pregnant and left them mentally disabled with Fetal Alcohol Sybdrome (FAS). We were raised in a group home where we were abused nearly every single day, with brooms, paddles, hammers, metal poles, 2x4 wooden beams, belts, you name it. My younger brother was repeatedly abused by our elder cousin whom had severe mental health issues, I truly believe she is a Psychopayh. She has no remorse whatsoever and she detached from reality. This is a real, overlooked issue and I’m sick and tired of it. Sick and Tired.

[@Bijinstraightstudio]

Wow. Paris broke my heart. I had no idea she was hurt. If Paris wasn't safe considering who her parents were, who ever would be? It IS criminal for any adult to hurt and child. Even worse when it's state funded abuse. God bless Paris. May she outshine every goal she sets for her cause. May she meet and exceed her dreams for them.

[@ash1ee_]

Paris never ceases to amaze me - I just love this woman. Thank you Paris!!!!!

[@izz..]

Thank you Paris from advocating for the voiceless children. God bless you and everyone ❤️

[@joycemansfield1108]

Thankyou paris.

[@celinehary3222]

Wow! This really surprised me. I didn’t know Paris went through something like that. God bless you, Paris, for doing what you do for the children in the foster care system. I’m pretty naive about the abuses these children get. It’s heartbreaking it brought me to tears.