Lea Maurer

Lea Maurer is a Swiss mother who has been embroiled in a long and contentious custody battle over her daughter, Masha, who was placed in a religious foster family against her will. The conflict began amidst the breakdown of her marriage and escalated when the authorities intervened, citing the need to protect the child from the parental disputes. Lea has expressed deep concerns over the religious upbringing being imposed on Masha by her foster family, which is affiliated with the evangelical church ICF. Despite her efforts to regain custody and her daughter’s well-being, she faces significant opposition from the foster family and the child protection authorities, leading to a complex situation regarding religious influence and parental rights.