See something? Say something.

This page explains exactly what to do if you have a concern about the safety or wellbeing of a young person in Scouting. You don’t need proof to raise a concern, and you don’t need to be certain. Reporting is always the right call.

Who to talk to

• Your Group Leader — usually the fastest first step for everyday concerns within your Group.
• Your District Commissioner — if the concern involves your Group Leader, feels too serious for local handling, or you’d prefer someone outside the Group.
• Scouts Queensland’s official channels — formal child protection reporting pathways are published through Scouts Queensland; your Region team can direct you to them immediately.
• Police or child protection authorities — where a child is in immediate danger, contact them straight away, then inform Scouting.

What good reporting looks like

• Act promptly. Don’t wait to see if it resolves itself.
• Record facts. Note what you saw or heard, when and where — stick to facts, not interpretations.
• Keep it confidential. Discuss only with the people listed above, not the wider Group community.

The “why” behind this

Concerns handled quietly can fester; concerns raised properly get resolved. Our zero-tolerance culture depends on adults like you speaking up. It’s not dobbing — it’s leadership.

Try this

Right now, make sure you know who your District Commissioner is. Two minutes of checking today makes reporting easier if the day ever comes.