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Youth Protection FAQs

1- What are the three Rs of Youth Protection?

2- Are some children more likely targets for sexual abuse than others?

3- What kind of situation is a potential for physical abuse?

4- How do you recognize a child molester?

How does sexual abuse happen?

How does a molester "trick" a child into an abusive situation?

What would be an example of appropriate touch by adults in a Scouting leadership role?

What issues should adults consider when touching a child?

Some people might interpret neglect as targeting families in poor economic situations. Aren't we really targeting the active withholding of sustenance or things important in the child's life on purpose, not by accident because of their situation?

I'm concerned about the role that we play in terms of breaking down this veil of secrecy that you described, recognizing that there are active efforts to maintain secrecy and the shame that the children feel. As Scout leaders, how far should we go and what are we to do when we suspect something but the child denies it, and we report it to the family and the family denies it? What do we do at that point?

How concerned should we be if the child himself is over-affectionate? He is doing the hugging and the touching and the closeness versus the adult doing it to the child.

In Scouting we have a large age range. I'm concerned about the older boys inappropriately touching the younger boys. How do we know when it goes from rough-housing into inappropriate touching?

Why don't children tell that they've been sexually molested?

How do boys and girls respond to being victimized?

How do I talk to a child when I suspect abuse?

Are all categories of abuse reported to Scout executives?

What do you do if a child discloses abuse to you?

How important is the adult's reaction to disclosure of abuse with the children and adolescents?

What about reporting abuse that happens outside of Scouting?

As children disclose abuse, we find that there's been a time lapse. We might not believe they're actually telling us the truth. How do we further expedite that process for the children? What can we do to increase the credibility?

What's the recommended support for the child after they have disclosed abuse and it has been reported? What kind of support does the unit give the boy or the young person after that?

Scouting is a national movement. How do the reporting statutes vary in the 50 states?

What happens when a leader who has a child disclose abuse is hundreds of miles from home at a summer camp in some other council? What is the reporting procedure then?

What is the required procedure if a child reports sexual abuse, but I don't believe it and have no reason to believe it? Should I report it anyway?

Because of the difference in the age groups, is there a program or should there be a program in counseling the older Scouts to not only be cognizant of their responsibility toward the younger Scouts but also to aid in helping identify some of these problems?

Once an incident is reported in a unit, how do you allay the fears of other parents whose sons have not been molested? I can see that this could be a real panic problem and may disrupt or end the life of a troop.

What if a leader is afraid to report an allegation of abuse; what should he or she do?

How should a chartered organization handle the adult leader application?

How should Scout leaders create an atmosphere with the older boys so they know hazing is not going to be tolerated?

30- What are some of the materials the BSA has developed for use in educating Scouts about abuse?

31- Do we really need to talk to our kids about youth protection and show them the videos or comic books produced by the BSA?

32- What is a good way to introduce this topic to my unit and its parents?

33- How do I enlist the support of parents to watch the BSA Youth Protection videos and to encourage their children to watch them?

34 - Why do I need to repeat Youth Protection training every few years?

1. Youth Protection Resources
   for Unit Programs
   
   As part of our Youth Protection strategy, the Boy Scouts of America has developed several age-appropriate resources that Cub Scout and Boy Scout units should incorporate fully into their activities. Contact your local council for the following materials:
   
   Parent's Guides
   For Cub Scouts - English or Spanish
   For Boy Scouts - English or Spanish
   
   
   Youth Protection Guidelines for Adult Leaders and Parents - One hour video covering the much of the same information in this web site in a talk show format. It includes many clips from the videos for Scout-aged boys and girls as well as excellent questions to help leaders and parents know what to do in case abuse has occurred in their unit. BSA Supply No. AC-09V001A
   
   "It Happened to Me" - Video for 6-9 year-old Cub Scout-aged boys and their parents. BSA Supply No. AC-09V011
   
   Power Pack Pals - Comic series for Cub Scout-aged boys regarding issues of Youth Protection.
   
   "A Time to Tell" - Video designed for Boy Scout-aged boys regarding the prevention of sexual abuse. The three R's of Recognize, Resist, and Report are illustrated and taught in this presentation. BSA Supply No. AV-09V004
   
   "Youth Protection: Personal Safety Awareness" - Video for 14 to 20 year-old coed teen crews and posts. Scenarios are presented, local discussion allowed, and then Reality Check segments are presented to clarify the information regarding issues of acquaintance rape, internet safety, stalking, and sexual harassment. BSA Supply No. AC-09V027
   
   Three R's Poster - BSA Supply Nos. 34332 (large) and 34333 (small)
   
   Child's Bill of Rights Poster - BSA Supply no. 34335
   
   Guide to Safe Scouting - BSA Supply no. 34416
   
   Youth Protection Guidelines for Venturing Leaders - video. BSA Supply No. AV-03V014
   
   Video Guides - " It Happened to M e" and " A Time to Tell "
   
   Articles from Scouting Magazin e
   
   Articles from Boys' Life
   
   Items with BSA Supply numbers can be purchased through the BSA Supply Division.
   For information about availability and pricing, call 1-800-323-0732 or see www.scoutstuff.org .
   
   1. Reporting Responsibilities
      If you suspect abuse or a child discloses abuse to you, contact your Scout Executive if the abuse has occurred within the Scouting program. In many states, you are also required to report your suspicions to Child Protective Services. If the abuse occurred outside the program, call your local Child Protective Services.
      
      Click here to download reporting requirements that are specific to your local area.
      

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