Staying true to the commitment of the BSA to be an advocate for youth and to keep children and their privacy safe, both online and off, should always be at the forefront of any considerations where social media usage is concerned. As with a Scouting activity, safety and Youth Protection should be a key focus.
As is true for participation in Scouting activities, all Scouts and adult leaders should abide by the guidelines outlined in the Scout Oath and Law when participating in social networking.
SOCIAL MEDIA AND YOUTH PROTECTIONįirst, everyone should review and strictly adhere to the terms of service and existing guidelines outlined by each individual social media channel (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.). These guidelines are a complement to the BSA’s existing Youth Protection policies and training. For that reason, the Boy Scouts of America has developed the following guidelines to help you navigate the use of social media channels. But the creation and maintenance of these channels requires forethought, care, and responsibility. Online social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube have made it possible for virtually anyone with an Internet connection to create and be part of online communities where people can discuss Scouting and share stories, photos, videos, and other types of media.Īlthough using social media is not a Scouting activity, their use to connect with others interested in Scouting can be a very positive experience. One of those is that new communication vehicles now enable current and past Scouts and Scouters, as well those who are interested in participating or are just interested in Scouting in general, to communicate directly with each other about Scouting. It’s an exciting time to be part of the BSA for many reasons.
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