Important Message
EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ABOUT ONLINE HARASSMENT Online harassment and cyberbullying have become increasingly common in today's digital world. As an animal rescue organization dedicated to compassion, we feel it's important to address this issue that affects many individuals and organizations. What Constitutes Online Harassment? - Repeated unwanted contact despite requests to stop - Threatening or intimidating messages - Spreading false information to damage reputation - Contacting family members or associates to cause distress - Using multiple accounts or platforms to continue harassment The Impact of Harassment Online harassment can have serious consequences including: - Emotional distress and anxiety - Damage to personal and professional reputation - Financial impact through loss of support or donations - Time and resources diverted to address false claims - Disruption to daily operations and mission fulfillment How to Recognize Red Flags Be wary of individuals who: - Escalate quickly from disagreement to personal attacks - Refuse to respect boundaries when asked to cease contact - Make threats or intimidating statements - Attempt to recruit others into harassment campaigns - Show patterns of targeting multiple individuals or organizations We believe in promoting a safe online environment for all, including those in the animal welfare community.
RESOURCES FOR THOSE EXPERIENCING HARASSMENT If you're experiencing online harassment or cyberbullying, you're not alone. Here are resources and steps to help protect yourself and your organization: Documentation Steps 1. Save all communications with timestamps (screenshots, email records, text messages) 2. Record dates, times, and nature of all unwanted contact 3. Document any witnesses to the harassment 4. Preserve evidence of false claims made against you or your organization Protection Resources - File a police report for threats or persistent harassment - Consider consulting with an attorney about cease and desist options - Contact local law enforcement if you feel unsafe - Reach out to community support organizations Technical Protection - Block harassers on all platforms - Adjust privacy settings on social media accounts - Consider using two-factor authentication - Review and secure all online accounts Support Resources - National Center for Victims of Crime: 1-855-4-VICTIM - Cyber Civil Rights Initiative: 844-878-2274 - Online SOS: www.onlinesOS.org - Local mental health resources for emotional support Remember that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. No one deserves to be harassed.
ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT At Saving All Nine Lives, Inc., we believe in transparency and honest communication with our supporters and the public. Recent events have prompted us to address some misconceptions and reaffirm our commitment to our mission. Our Commitment to Integrity - All donations are used solely for animal care, medical treatment, and essential operational costs - We maintain detailed records of all animal care activities and financial transactions - Our organization operates in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations - We welcome questions about our operations and are committed to responding with honesty Addressing Misinformation We have recently become aware of false information being circulated about our organization. We want to assure our supporters that: - We never engage in retaliatory behavior against critics - We maintain professional boundaries in all communications - We follow proper protocols for animal care and adoption - We are committed to ethical fundraising practices Our Request to Supporters If you encounter concerning information about our organization: - Please contact us directly with questions - Consider the source of the information - Review our documented history of animal care - Remember that false allegations can severely impact nonprofit organizations and the animals we serve We remain focused on our mission to help homeless cats through TNR programs and urgent medical care, and we are grateful for your continued support.
Telephone: 3156651777
E-mail: charliebrown@purrfect-rescue.org
Address: Hazelwood terrace, Rochester, 14609, New York, Usa
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