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Boy Scouts see a small membership uptick after rebrand to Scouting America

The Boy Scouts of America has officially changed its name to Scouting America to be more gender neutral, as reported by Fox News.
CEO Roger Krone stated there was some backlash but noted a small spike in membership after the rebranding announcement, according to the Associated Press.
The organization has faced financial struggles, including a $2.46 billion settlement for sexual abuse claims and a bankruptcy filing, as reported by USA Today.
Over 15,000 new members joined following the name change, bringing total membership to over 1 million, according to key facts.

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Spectrum News

Boy Scouts of America changes name to Scouting America

The change was announced last year and was followed by a small uptick in membership, with 16,000 new scouts.

13 days ago·United States

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KRQE News 13

Boy Scouts of America rebrands to 'Scouting America'

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Boy Scouts of America has officially rebranded to Scouting America as it celebrates its 115th birthday. The organization announced last year it would rebrand. Scouting America also filed for bankruptcy to help settle sexual abuse lawsuits from more than 89,000 men who claimed to have been abused while scouting. Scouting America's president says the rebrand allows them to have a fresh start. Boy Scouts see a small mem…

14 days ago·Albuquerque, United States

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Breitbart

Boy Scouts of America Ditches Name to Be More 'Gender-Neutral'

The 115-year-old organization known as the Boy Scouts of America has officially changed its name to be more "gender neutral." The post 115-Year-Old Boy Scouts of America Ditches Name to Be More ‘Gender-Neutral’ appeared first on Breitbart.

14 days ago·United States

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Straight Arrow News

Why did the Boy Scouts change their name to Scouting America?

The Boy Scouts of America has officially changed its name to Scouting America on its 115th anniversary to reflect increasing inclusivity. The rebrand follows policy changes allowing girls and LGBTQ+ members and comes as the organization recovers from a bankruptcy settlement related to sexual abuse claims. The name change took effect on Feb. 8, and has led to a slight increase in membership, with 16,000 new members joining, bringing total enrollm…

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tfppwire.com

Boy Scouts Drops Its Name to Be 'More Gender Neutral'

Nine months after announcing a rebrand, the Boy Scouts of America has officially changed its name to “Scouting America,” aiming to be more inclusive and “meet the evolving needs of young people.” Key Facts: The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is now officially “Scouting America” as of its 115th anniversary. The organization began allowing girls in 2018, gay youth in 2013, and gay adult leaders in 2015. CEO Roger Krone acknowledged some backlash but…

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