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B4U-ACT

Cause Area

  • Advocacy & Human Rights
  • Community

Location

PO BOX 1754WESTMINSTER, MD 21158 United States

Organization Information

Mission Statement

As an alliance of therapists, researchers, and MAPs, B4U-ACT’s mission is to promote a science-informed understanding about people in our communities with an attraction to children or adolescents, and to support them living in truth and dignity.

Description

Founded in 2002, B4U-ACT is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing a compassionate, science-informed understanding of minor-attracted persons (MAPs). Through partnerships with mental health professionals, researchers, and MAPs themselves, B4U-ACT aims to reduce stigma, promote mental well-being, and support effective therapeutic resources for MAPs. The goal of B4U-ACT is to create a future where MAPs can confidently access mental health support without fear of judgment or discrimination, thus improving the health of MAPs and our communities.

We are a dedicated team of more than a dozen volunteers who support this mission through a variety of initiatives:

  • -Hosting workshops and presentations for mental health professionals, students, and researchers.
  • -Collaborating with academic and clinical researchers to develop a better understanding of MAP-related issues.
  • -Publishing a scientific journal reviewing research on MAP-related issues.
  • -Offering support groups for MAPs, as well as for their friends and family members.
  • -Engaging with media, professional organizations, and the public to raise awareness about the needs and rights of MAPs.

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