Alphabet Army

I’m sharing my experience because I believe it’s crucial for people to understand that harm can happen even within organizations that present themselves as safe spaces, especially for vulnerable communities.

Over the course of about a year, I experienced repeated violations of my physical boundaries by the founder of this organization. Despite my clear and repeated requests to stop unwanted touching and hugging, these boundaries were disregarded.

There were instances where the founder made demands that felt like attempts to control access to my body, and when I resisted or spoke up, I faced harassment in response.

This was not an isolated incident but a pattern of behavior. When I raised these concerns to the organization, I was told there would be an investigation. However, I was never asked a single question throughout the process, which makes me question the sincerity of that investigation.

My therapist, who had previously supported Alphabet Army, wrote a letter on my behalf after learning about what I had experienced. In response, the founder began publicly disparaging my therapist. Originally, I had approached my therapist seeking guidance—not to report the founder—but based on what I shared, my therapist felt ethically obligated to report the matter to Child Protective Services.

I want to be clear: I did not come forward lightly. Yet, after speaking out, I have been treated as if I am the danger to the community, simply for telling the truth.

How can this organization still have confidence in its leadership when these serious concerns have not been meaningfully addressed?

I have witnessed the founder discourage minors from disclosing abuse because it might reflect poorly on her or the organization. I have seen rumors spread and boundary violations happen, and I have seen the organization protect its founder while ignoring those trying to raise alarms.

This is not about holding a grudge. I am speaking up to protect others from harm that has already occurred.

My hope is for a genuine apology and meaningful steps toward accountability and safety for everyone involved.