We are friends, co-workers, danzantes, as well as members of many united communities coming together to help Robert “Coyokiztli” raise funds for him to fight for custody of his daughter Elianna “Yei Huitzilin” Quesada (10yrs.).

Many of us have witnessed Robert’s continuous work and input into many diverse communities from west to east coast through Danza Azteca, activism, music or even rock climbing and we hope that he is able to receive the love and support from our community that he and his daughter need on this emotional journey for their unity.

Robert is going against many odds in order to remain an integral provider, protector, and teacher to his very smart and beautiful little girl.

If you know Robert personally or even by acquaintance, then there’s no doubt you have seen the incredible bond that he and his daughter share.

Robert is a dad that has included his daughter in everything he has done. He is not only present but he is also a positive role model for his daughter who looks up to him greatly as inspiration. He is a parent who is heavily involved in his daughter's life and has consistently shown many in our community to be the safer option for a parent that can maturely provide a supportive mental wellbeing for this intelligent & unfortunately anxiety prone young girl.

In the duration of time he has dealt with legal proceedings pertaining to the custody of his daughter, Robert has seemingly found many unfair and unjust processes that make being a father who is BIPOC an upwards battle. Having to first prove he is not a bad father before showing that he is an amazing father is like swimming backwards before going forwards. Due to the complexity of his case, several attorneys/lawyers have quoted him prices from $8,000 to $10,000 to appropriately represent him and highlight how the best life for Elianna physically, mentally and legally are assured in the care of her father.

Many of us have been fortunate to be blessed with Elianna’s infectious energy, laughter and love in ceremonies or other community spaces. However, she is currently being kept away from her danza community in the east bay as well as her paternal family. She misses dancing a lot and the only time she has been able to dance are alongside her Father.

Please help us by donating anything you can so that Elianna will continue to be fought for. To continue to show this little girl that she is worthy of a healthy upbringing where she has a voice for herself. To not let another dad be separated from his daughter by harmful and toxic behavior from the other parent. Thank you all for your support and consideration.

Help Indigenous Father Fight For His Daughter

By Friends of Robert Quesada

Help Indigenous Father Fight For His Daughter

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