Camp abuse cases, on one map

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2. It is an index of other people’s reporting

Every entry summarises a news report published by a third party and links to it. We do not investigate the underlying events, interview anyone, review court files, or independently verify what an outlet reported. We make no representation that any report is accurate, complete, current, or that the outlet got it right. The linked publisher is responsible for its own reporting. Read the source.

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An entry is not an allegation by us against anyone, and inclusion on this page is not a statement that any person or organization committed any offence or did anything wrong. Everyone is presumed innocent unless and until convicted by a court. An arrest is not a charge; a charge is not a conviction; a civil complaint contains allegations that have not been proven; and a settlement is not an admission of liability.

Where a camp or organization appears, that does not mean the organization is accused of anything. Many entries concern an individual, and the organization is frequently the party that reported the conduct or was deceived by it.

4. Entries go out of date

Each entry reflects what was reported at the time it was published. Charges are dropped, cases are dismissed, convictions are overturned, sentences are vacated, and facts change. We do not monitor the subsequent history of any case, and an entry should never be read as the current status of a legal matter. Check the court record before relying on anything.

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8. Corrections and removal

If you believe an entry is inaccurate, out of date, or concerns a matter that was resolved in the subject’s favour, email support@volunteerbadge.com with the entry and what is wrong with it. A person reviews every request. We correct or remove entries that are shown to be inaccurate or that concern charges later dropped, dismissed or overturned, and we will do so promptly. We would rather remove a contested entry than argue about one.

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If a child is in danger

Contact law enforcement. In the United States, the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is 1-800-422-4453. This page is not a reporting channel and we cannot act on reports of abuse.