SCANDAL: Police Explorer Programs
Law enforcement Explorer programs were created to mentor teens interested in policing. But decades of weak oversight created an environment where officers could manipulate that trust. Some exploited their roles, using their authority to groom, abuse, and silence the very teens they were entrusted to guide. Resources: RAINN – Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network : 24/7 hotline and resources for survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit rainn.org National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) : Research, education, and tools to support prevention and survivor recovery. Visit nsvrc.org Joyful Heart Foundation : Works to transform the response to sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse, while supporting healing and survivor advocacy. Visit joyfulheartfoundation.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline : Confidential support for anyone concerned about child abuse. Call 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) or visit childhelphotline.org ...