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Trail Life USA explains policies in light of Boy Scouts filing bankruptcy

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A Christian youth organization has expressed its regret over this week’s news that the Boy Scouts of America has declared bankruptcy in the face of sex-abuse lawsuits.

Trail Life USA, a Christian boys’ mentoring and discipleship movement, wants to reinforce its commitment to providing a safe experience for all boys, from kindergarten through 12th grade,” the organization said in a news release. “Our philosophy is derived from the Bible and set in the context of outdoor adventure. Boys are challenged to grow in character, understand their purpose, serve their community and develop life-long leadership skills.

READ: Boys Scouts bankruptcy catches many by surprise

Trail Life USA has taken strong steps to ensure the risk of abuse in our program is minimized. All our adult leaders undergo regular background checks, complete youth protection training and adhere to strict guidelines designed to reduce the potential for abuse. Although no program can guarantee total protection, we believe Trail Life USA’s child protection policy is very comprehensive.”

According to the policy:

“In our opinion, the direction BSA has taken over the last five or six years seems to indicate they’ve blurred the lines of sexuality at a time when boys can have a lot of uncertainty and confusion in their lives,” the release said. “This is dangerous and doesn’t protect boys – or girls – from sexual abuse or exploitation/ Boys especially need an environment that focuses on helping them become confident and stable young men. Without this solid foundation in their lives, boys are vulnerable to mental health issues, substance abuse, violence, and suicide.”

Founded in 2013, Trail Life USA (www.traillifeusa.com) offers a Christian-based, K-12 program centered on outdoor experiences that build young men’s skills and help them grow on a personal level and as role models and leaders for their peers. Through troops chartered by local churches, the organization has more than 800 troops, with members in 50 states, with a total membership of almost 30,000.

In a statement, Boy Scouts said that scouting programs will continue throughout this process and for many years to come. ”Local councils are not filing for bankruptcy because they are legally separate and distinct organizations.”

–Alan Goforth | Metro Voice

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