How Do Bikers Unite Against Child Abuse and Empower Children? | Badd Bob | TEDxCincinnati
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- BaddBob shares how B.A.C.A.(Bikers Against Child Abuse) empowers children to overcome the fear from being abused. The Bikers help them regain the childhood they deserve. www.bacaworld.org, FB: @ Bikers Against Child Abuse International Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.) is a worldwide motorcycle organization who works with children who have been abused. We help them gain the courage and self-esteem so they can go court and tell their story. More importantly, we help them understand it wasn't their fault and they are now part of a family of B.A.C.A. brothers and sisters who are their for them. They are not alone. We work in conjunction with the courts, children's agencies and other groups in the community to assure the child has the resources available to be successful. We currently operate in 47 States within the United States and in 17 countries around the world. BaddBob, the State Sgt. at Arms for the State of Florida. I have ridden with B.A.C.A. for over 10 years. I have had the joy and privilege to meet and work with hundreds of children. Like many Members and Supporters, I have also have gone to court with our B.A.C.A. children throughout the U.S. When a child needs help, we get on our bikes. We always say "One B.A.C.A.", because if a child needs to travel to another State to testify in court, local Chapters always step up to join and support that child. We will ride through the Gates of Hell and back for one of our children, because we know they have experienced things no child should ever have to experience. They are our Heroes and our inspiration. When they look up and smile at us, we know they are stepping in the right direction. Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.) is a worldwide motorcycle organization who works with children who have been abused. We help them gain the courage and self-esteem so they can go court and tell their story. More importantly, we help them understand it wasn't their fault and they are now part of a family of B.A.C.A. brothers and sisters who are their for them. They are not alone. We work in conjunction with the courts, children's agencies and other groups in the community to assure the child has the resources available to be successful. We currently operate in 47 States within the United States and in 17 countries around the world. I am BaddBob, the State Sgt. at Arms for the State of Florida. I have ridden with B.A.C.A. for over 10 years. I have had the joy and privilege to meet and work with hundreds of children. Like many Members and Supporters, I have also have gone to court with our B.A.C.A. children throughout the U.S. When a child needs help, we get on our bikes. We always say "One B.A.C.A.", because if a child needs to travel to another State to testify in court, local Chapters always step up to join and support that child. We will ride through the Gates of Hell and back for one of our children, because we know they have experienced things no child should ever have to experience. They are our Heroes and our inspiration. When they look up and smile at us, we know they are stepping in the right direction. You can find us at www.bacaworld.org or on Facebook at Bikers Against Child Abuse International This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
I was a BACA child. I can definitely say that without BACA, I would not be where I currently am. They did so much to help me, I can’t even begin to describe it. I plan on joining a chapter as soon as I can.
RIP Doc, former president of my old chapter. He was a damn fine president, and an even better man
I’m glad you are doing well and that BACA helped. RIP Doc. Rest in paradise.
hope your doing good brother greets from australia
Proof that real badass men, are actually protectors of the weak, real men protect those who cant protect themselves.
Thank you...Debbie VenturaBeach,Ca
yeah, Amen to that
Correction...those who cannot protect themselves yet...! Yet.
Amazing organization!!! I’d only just heard about them today! God bless you! ♥️🙏💋🤜🤛
Most bikers are not "gang" members, but club members, and there's a huge difference.
As a child I was one of those kids he talks about. My road name was "motor mouth". They were there for me when I was in court. They were there when I was coming out of surgery at 11. I still have their blanket they gave me when I was a child. I'm 25 now, but during those very dark times they were the greatest and nicest thing I've ever experienced. They gave me so much hope and security and I could never ever repay the kindness they gave to me.
Motor Mouth, you just did, one thousand fold!
You just brought a tear to my eye young lady!! You Rock!!
Join them?
Did anyone else’s heart swell a little bit when they imagined a group of ‘tough’ biker people standing around in a circle hugging a teddy bear for a healing child?
genuinely got teary
They also let some of the children go on fun bike rides if the child asks.
It’s always a moving experience for me. ❤️
I've been crying since the beginning. He is awesome!
I’m not crying
I've met a few of these guys. The biker image isn't just for show. I've never met one of these guys who doesn't carry a gun and I believe each and every one of them would lay down their life, or someone else's, to protect a child.
Must be a liiittle bit awkward having so many of them have to check in their guns when going into the courtroom as support. Though given he said the judges themselves sometimes give them a call they probably make prior arrangements to make it cleaner.
i worked at a biker bar during bike week and met like ten of these guys during the event there and they were great people i'm still good friends with them even though i don't own a bike
@@tanmfongthewolftone6507 wait what?
@@tanmfongthewolftone6507 Sure bud
Know it in your heart💪🇺🇸♣
I was in a psychiatric hospital for several weeks when I was about 14, and there was one kid there who had experienced severe abuse from his father. Every day or two he would get a visit from BACA, and he was visibly less tense afterward. Their mission is so important.
Mack Burwell Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I hope you are doing well these days yourself. Rock On!!
Big tough bikers protecting children? I teared up a bit, I'll admit. A circle of bikers hugging a bear to "fill it full of hugs"? Goner. Now I will probably be late for work.
You're not alone. It's beautiful.
Im not crying Youre crying
Got me to
Me to I'm not an emotional person at all and this brought tears to my eye.
Tears? No it must be raining inside my house
Both my parents are members of B.A.C.A. We have been strongly considering starting the first chapter in the state of Hawaii. We have been planning on moving anyway, so why not help the abused kids there.
Shanna BACA is in 47 States. You’re right. A Chapter is needed in Hawaii. I’ve ridden in Hawaii. Love the weather!
Shanna B please do it!!!
You will be welcomed with open arms ...we look forward to having you here
God bless your parents and those that they help
WOOT!!! You, Your Parents and B.A.C.A. ROCK
“I heard a motorcycle ride by last night, and I knew it was one of you checkin in on us” “you know what it just might be” the ending gave me chills lmao I’m glad people like this exist and put good back into the world.
I used to ride with BACA. Between my work and home there were several little brothers and sisters. Instead of taking the freeway home (which would have been faster) I took the side streets so they knew we were always close by. One of them learned my schedule and would sometimes be outside to wave at me. It makes your heart melt. This is an awesome organization and eventually I hope to ride with them again.
@@marcinthevan7913 @sirphartikus These guys and their organization redefine the growl of a bike from something scary to a snarling beast ready to protect innocent children!
@@TheBikerLawyers they make the sound even scarier to the sickos. I love it
i broke on the hug filled bear and the girl ran out of hugs so the guy's drove 4 hours to refill the hugs in the bear, i cried
Thanks. It happens every day in Chapters around the world.
“Be strong enough to be gentle.”
-Peter Cullen
what a nice deep quote
@@MayankSingh-qg4zv Thank you.
He doesn't speak like he's done this a million times, or is putting on a show or going off a script. He is actually invested in what he himself is saying, which makes people realize how trustworthy they are. I know exactly what they are gonna do, and you can feel safe. That's a very good group cause.
He and his organization are the real deal. It's really touching what these riders do!
These are real men. Those who use their masculinity not to virtue signal, but to put into practice, the protection of our most vulnerable.
Chana Thank you!! It’s also important to note that Women are also members of BACA and are also essential to helping the children.
I had no idea! That is amazing!
I was just remarking that in a generation which punishes any form of masculinity, that this is why masculinity was created! To protect and defend! But the women who serve in this amazing organization are incredible and vital, and I’m so happy to know these strong and courageous women are out there.
Met some of these guys. I told them that after I got my first purple heart my brother told me he was molested. I felt ashamed that I couldn't protect him, and they said if he ever needed them they would be there. I said my brother didn't need them now, he was 23 but I payed for the gas that they needed and that made me feel good.
If you seriously think that I can be brought to tears over the thought of bikers filling a bear full of hugs for an abused child, then you're absolutely right. 😭😭
same
so amazing. abused children surely need hugs and to feel comforted, but actually hugging new people would be quite scary. the bear is an absolutely ingenious idea....
BACA are the best. When my daughter was molested by a family, "friend." They helped her a great deal. Their help allowed me to reach out and find some one to talk me out of taking care of it myself. Because my daughter had been so well groomed I would have gone to jail and lost my daughter's respect and love.
contrafax Thank you for sharing. I hope you are your daughter are doing well now!!
God bless you and your daughter. I hope you both are doing exponentially better. Much, much love to all of you.
That's proof right there of what my grampa always told me. "a strong man can defend himself, but a stronger man defends others"
I've been riding for years, but never considered joining a motorcycle organization.... Until now.
I am from Texas retired Military living in Germany..... Every word he said is true my club is not BACA but when a call goes out everyone that can shows up 24/7... Am grateful for BACA in Germany... They know we fell the same and do what we can do.
Not all heroes wear capes.....
BUT THEY SURE DO RIDE A KICKASS MOTORCYCLE BABYYYY
Thanks. The kids love the bikes too!!
There's just something beautiful about tough guys who are also good guys.
Thank you Slash. We also have some pretty tough ladies riding with us worldwide. They Rock!!
I don't have any personal experience with abuse...I don't even have kids, but this made me tear up! Thank you for demonstrating that compassion and care are badass!
Love how you shape it, compassion and care is badass :D
Noel Z proof that being caring isn’t a weakness!! Some of the toughest people on earth have the biggest hearts for the most vulnerable among us !
Just me when I say you don't want to experience abuse of any kind. Especially if it's coming from a family member. But B.A.C.A definitely make you go from hiding in the shadows to being able to stand in the light and stand up to the one doing it to you,without fear of it ever coming back.
If this ain’t the most badass way to fight child abuse, I don’t know what is.
B.A.C.A. are the right Men for the right time doing what needs to be done. God Bless !
@Dustin Caso like Batman not the hero's we want but the hero's we need
And they have outlaws who will kill for them.
And woman
Allah blessed ook! 😍😘
Men and Women LC. It’s takes a bunch of us.
Excellent speech! I have made contact with a local member and am going to the next meeting in my area. I have rode for years but never joined any organizations. This is one I would be proud to stand behind and do my part!
👏👏👏
GO SHAUN!! Bless you.
I have an epilepsy,I can't ride but love bikes, if I could, I would be right next to you, god bless you Shaun
I'm sure they'd be glad to have you!
YESSSS
The bikers are like the giant swole guys I see at the gym. They may look intimidating, but they really have a heart of gold!
Yeah never seen someone throw a... Facepunch
felix bat Ba Dum Tsst
BACA is an amazing thing.. but when he said that a child heard a bike they knew it was BACA making sure they were safe. I cried... to give a child that kind of piece of mind, that kind of safety, that every motorcycle driving by is a guardian looking out for them is absolutely fantastic.
Our children love motorcycles!! If the sound of the bikes riding by helps them sleep, I hope there are plenty of bikes living near them! It just might be us. 😊
I am from the Netherlands, we have a B.A.C.A. chapter in our town aswell, and I have seen these gentlemen and lady's in action with a couple kids I know, and what he says here about them lighting up and feeling safe around the bikes and the people that ride them, is absolutely true! I have seen a 9 year old go to school smiling for the first time in 5 years, why the big smile? because he rode to school on the back of a very cool and very noisy bike, and he knew his new big buddy had his back against any bully he came across for the rest of his life! so to any of you B.A.C.A riders out there; THANK YOU! Thank you for making these kids feel like and know they matter to someone, and that there is someone there that will have their back! It seems like the most unlikely paring ever, but somehow it seriously works! you guys and gals are awesome!
@itsme Emma you can always learn to speak Dutch, but I do belive England has one or more chapters aswell... just take a look at their website, who knows...
@itsme Emma UK 100% has a chapter.
lianne hoenderboom Ik wist niet dat wij dit ook hadden Dankje door me te informeren!
Thank you for sharing. A bunch of Chapters in the Netherlands. Alles goed!
Yup like a kitten and a champion fightinv pitbull bonding you know that kitty is safe now
I used to live across the street from one of these guys back when I was living with my abusive family and it was thanks to him talking to me and being the initial reporter that I was able to tell my case worker what was going on
john young Thank you for sharing your story. I hope you are Rocking your world these days. Be strong, stand tall and pay it forward.
This Organisation B.A.C.A deserves the Nobel Peace Prize.
No, just watching a fear filled mousy child at the beginning of a Level 1 transform into a smiling, laughing and playful kid, even just for a little while, is MUCH BETTER than a Nobel Prize. A Nobel carries a financial reward, but watching children be transformed is FAR beyond any financial reward!
Rich Dudley hit the nail right on the head. The smiles of the children and seeing them feel empowerment is our reward!!
"I heard a motorbike last night and knew it was you protecting us!"
"it might just have been..."
that's powerful stuff right there.
God bless B.A.C.A. I don't know what we would've done without you. Thank you for all that you do! Thank you for refilling her bear with hugs and taking us out to ice cream taking her for rides and surprise drive bys during quarantine.. Even though court has been done for years you still love her and make sure we are ok.. I can't thank you enough.. But god bless you with all the joys in life.
Once a BACA child, always a BACA child!! And we do love ice cream. :-)
@@TheBaddbob Your organization is absolutely the best and y'all really are angels in leather. Thank you for being there for all of these kids. And parents too, going to court was a lot easier knowing we weren't alone.
This is by far the greatest purpose for a biker to ride in force, and with what they do is just awesome. I wish i had something like this when i was younger as well as for my sister, because things would have been allot better in life growing up, But it's here now, and glad their helping the children in such a way that it empowers them to do what is right and know theirs a whole lot of protection backing them up. These guys and gals rock.
Darien Ravenwolf Yes it would have been a great difference to our lives but at least they are here now. Stay strong!
My parents are B.A.C.A. Members and they say when they go places and meet people, so many wish they where there when they where younger.
I've dealt with Baca with a friend of mine and Patriot guard with my grandfather. both of these groups are some of the most honorable men I've ever met.
My dad used to work with one of these dudes and he was a weird son of a gun, but there was no doubt he absolutely believed in this cause. I only met him a few times but he sticks in mind as one of the most upstanding people I've ever met.
I imagine when these bikers roll up to a child's home, they are like super heroes to the kids.
Imagine having a group of 20 pull up in front of your house.. The roars coming from those Harleys gets all the neighbors attention... I love BACA
I wish I could give this more than one like. As a biker myself and a survivor of domestic violence, I would love to ride with an organization like this. The strength they give these kids is amazing. I love to make people smile and laugh cuz when someone is laughing they aren't thinking about all the darkness in the world. Not to mention kids have infectious laughs and you can't help but laugh too. Thank yall so much for what yall do. Warm regards from North Carolina.
These guys are the best. They take time off work to go to funerals, court, and schools to offer support to the kids and the family. They came to my wife's cousins funeral after his dad beat him to death.
On behalf of every abused child , myself included, Thank you from the depths of my soul for your care, concern and protection. And for showing us that not all men are to be feared
BaddBob has such kind heart! He rode all through the night to be with us at TEDxCincinnati! Thank you for continuing to inspire 🌟
Thank you for the opportunity to share what we do. It was a great ride from Orlando. Not a drop of rain either way.
They ride further for less.
Just to clarify to commenters, there are also brave, strong, and caring women in many chapters who are active bike riding BACA members.
When I was younger I remember a man who is apart of BACCA, he told me to always remember that I'm not alone, he told me the bad man can't hurt me anymore and he never will, I wish I could him that man a hug too, I hope one day I'll be able to see my hero again, untill then I wish you all the best.
Sincerely, T
buddies dad of mine is apart of B.A.C.A and when i first heard about it i gave him the biggest handshake i could, amazing work they do.
violentbadger18 Rock! Give him a big ol’ Bro Hug for me next time you see him.
Crying like a baby! Thank you Bob, for looking out for these kids. 💜
BaldingClamydia Thank you! There are many BACA Members helping kids around the world. It takes more than a Village!
"Violence is the last resort of the incompetent" some people should not be parent, but here we are ions a day and age in which we need B.A.C.A to protect those who can't protect themselves.
These dudes pulled up at my school and gave a speech it was epic
if the goal in life is to leave a legacy, these ladies and gents have achieved and exceeded that goal by far. What an awesome organization that makes a difference for kids and families one at a time.
Thank you, but the goal is not to leave a legacy. The goal is to help abused children get the childhood back they deserve. Help them to feel safe in the world in which they live. Help them understand they have friends and family that love them and are there for them when they need it.
@@MM-ow4mp tell your wife that she “Rocks”!!!
Giving children a positive way to look back at their abuse prevents repression. These children have the opportunity to grow up as functional adults, thanks to a group of wonderful people. Thank you, for what you’ve all done.
Thank God for people like you BaddBob. I was an abused child. I even took it to my teachers who basically told me to "get over it." I didn't get help and it affects me to this day. But I have been able to build a better life with a great wife who understands what I went through. I wish there had been people like you when I was little. But honestly, it helps me feel better seeing what you people do for children. It empowers me watching this and knowing you are helping other kids that are like I was. It does my heart good and makes me feel better too. God bless you and EVERY B.A.C.A. member. Keep up the excellent work. Thank you.
You sir are one of the reasons I have hope for this corrupt, scary world. People like this man give me hope for humanity
Mighty Minnesotan. Thank you for you kind words. There are BACA members around the world helping these kids get their lives back on track.
I'm literally bawling. As someone who's been emotionally abused and live with an alcoholic parent for 2 years of my life. this Hit me hard especially the bear cuz I know what it's like to be in that place and have someone show you the least bit of kindness is just an overwhelming feeling. honestly I don't know what I would have done at that point my life if someone had done something like that for me. But I'm so glad that it gets to be given to these other children. I'm just so glad y'all do what you. It's been 4 years since I've been around my mother who abused me it still tears me up. but I'm so glad there are people out here like you guys who are able to be there for those kids.
Jordan Thank you for sharing. I really hope you aren’t dealing with this alone. Some of the strongest people I know have worked with a therapist to get stronger. Don’t do it alone my friend.
@@TheBaddbob thank you for the advice. I have actually been to 2 therapist's in the past several years and have an amazing support system.
5 mins in and am tearing up. For any of those members of baca who may read this yous all deserve to be made saints for love and protection you give those children
BSSPwulfen Thanks, but the children are the saints. BACA just holds their hands and helps them stand tall.
Well then you have an Irishman who will say a prayer every night for your members and the children God bless you all
BSSPwulfen As we used to say in Killarney. “Míle buíochas leat!” I opened a business a few years back in County Kerry. Love and miss the Celtic Tiger!!
Well I hope the business is doing well and a shame that Kerry didnt beat the dubs in the all Ireland final glad to know the emerald isle made you happy
Sometimes angels wear leather and ride motorcycles !! May God bless their very important work !
I'm from Utah, I've been riding bikes for almost 10 years, I've even hung out with the B.A.C.A. chapter here at local events, so I'm well aware of these guys. But damn.. I broke down and cried during this guy's talk.
A lot of people who sees a biker, usually automatically think of "Hell's Angels" or the "Outlaws". Despite the outward appearance, many bikers are fantastic people with great hearts who love riding. Another great group are the Patriot Guards.
AFmedic6871 My momma taught me to never judge a book by its cover. I would counsel not to use a broad brush when talking about any biker organization.
@@TheBaddbob Apparently you misunderstood me (or more than likely I didn't say it right). I said "most people" (I probably should have said, "Unfortunately most people..." I agree that one should not stereotype...but people do, especially with the two groups I mentioned, and in the majority of the cases that stereotype is based upon what they have read/seen/heard in the media and NOT from actual interaction which isn't fair.
Again, sorry if I didn't say it right.
I wish i would've known about you as a child im barley getting away from abuse but still get emotionally abused thank you and all your biker family for everything you do
Malia Fierro I hear those exact words too many times. “I wish I would’ve known about you as a child.” We are here now and you might be able to help a child by letting people know about us.
If you are still struggling, and many who were abused as a child still are, I hope you are getting some therapy or working with a support group. You can not only survive, but more importantly thrive as long as you continue to fight through it. Help others if you can and Rock On!!
At the moment I'm not in any support groups or any therapy i was in it awhile back but moved and haven't been in since and i can't afford it i moved with my mom again to get away thats about as much as i can do for myself and i definitely will share this to let other kids know there not alone!!
Stay strong Malia... You are a strong, incredible person and you are loved...
@@maliafierro7588 Hang in there! If u need hep i'm here
Hi Malia sending u love and hugs. I feel u watching this I wish I met them as a child.too. sending strength to u.
"We do not condone the use of violence or physical force in any manner, however, if circumstances arise such that we are the only obstacle preventing a child from further abuse, we stand ready to be that obstacle."
- As per the BACA website
Damn, I shed a few tears. I'm really hoping to join BACA now.
FallenPasha I hope you get in! That’s a great thing to do. I’ve considered it as well seeing this documentary- but I’m not quite old enough yet- still 17.
I’ll definitely keep them in my mind when I’m older though!
Damn, who's cutting onions around here? I'm sorry there's stories of abuse going on, but I'm glad there's people like this biker to help those in need.
I am not a biker but I do know some. They are some of the best people in the world. Get past the way they dress it is better then a lot of the kids dress today. I have not meet one that is not friendly and kind. This group B.A.C.A. needs all the support everyone can give them along with so many other biker groups that support all other causes in their areas.
I am FOREVER grateful for the Biker Club who helped ME when I was a tiny girl.
Not the same Biker Club as BACA........but even my parents remember.
I would not be here if they would not have stepped in.
❤
My love to BACA for all they do !!!!!
I can't stop crying.. May Yahweh and the universe bless you men immensely!!! Bless the children with healing and hope and strength and forgiveness.🙏🙏🙏
Thank you, but please remember there are women who are also helping these kids every day! 😊
I'm not big, bad or ride a bike but like these bikers I know I can stand up and help a child. Thanks for making me tear up....can't believe 33 thumbs down? No heart I guess....
Gregg A Thank you! There are many ways to help children that don’t require riding motorcycles. Find something you can get involved in as they are many children that can use your help!
I read an article about them, a lot of the time they might tear up, and they have to put their sunglasses on to hide it oh my God this is so sweet
Thanks for your comment. These kids are so precious that sometimes we feel like a tear or two could come up, but we just don’t wear sunglasses/goggles around our kids. They need to see the trust in our eyes. We have to be and will be strong for them.
So wonderful. There are gold biker wings in heaven for you.
Gina thank you Gina. One day we will all ride in our Legacy Chapter. In the mean time, lots of kids to help. Smiles across the miles!!
@@TheBaddbob thanks for your help Sir 🙏
All I have to say is a simple, but from my heart, thank you.
maria fernanda thank you Maria. The real heroes are the children. Thanks goes to them as they stand tall and regain their childhood.
Please DO NOT JUDGE people for what you think that they are!!! BAD BOB is a "solid guy" and a person from the heart!!!
Thank you for watching and your kind words. Lotsa solid members and heart in BACA.
I feel like this group is the embodiment of the phrase “don’t judge a book by its cover”. These guys look big and bad at first glance, but in reality they’ve all got a heart of gold.
Hearts of gold. But if need be, a fist and hug of iron.
thank you for destroying stigma , help to heal and being a badass
When I was 8 and 10, I wish I could have had that kind of comfort. Sadly, a lot of people in the south don't think those kinds of things happen to boys and try to invalidate what they went through. All it does is make it build up until it comes out one way or another.
Sir, let’s hope those times are changing. My Chapter is in the Deep South and we get lots of boys and girls referred to us. If you hear of someone in need please refer them to us!
I went to a BACA public meeting a couple weeks back. Really great people with a real passion for what they do. Absolutely support BACA 👍
I’m glad you took the time to visit. Help spread the word that B.A.C.A. is there for the kids.
This might be the best tool against bullying
No violence no punishing
Just pure love and self-esteem training
God damn it this is so freaking sweet.
Faith in humanity restored.
Dani...thank you. We are around the world. In fact, our Chapters throughout Europe are meeting in Italy right now. We are coming together to help build a stronger BACA for our kids. You can help us by sharing this video to help spread the word.
@@TheBaddbob Is there a chapter in Saskatchewan Canada?
I am finally 18 now, and I just sent a email to them ask if I can join them, when I was in high school same thing happed to me, at that point if there is BACA, I wouldn't quit school, now I finally got a chance to help those kids have same stories as me, I would be ultra happy if I can join and do something for our community :D
I thought i loved BACA before but every new info i get on how they operate makes me cry happy tears. My god they're great.
I'm pleased to discover that BACA operates in my city. May they always ride safely.
As a victim of child abuse, I strongly stand behind the mission of B.A.C.A. so much. No child should suffer from any form of abuse. But these men and women truly do become you family and friends. You also gain a second area of protection too. As when they take you to school and people look bikers who look like "gang" bikers(term a teacher used). Even a school bully thinks twice about what the will say or do to you. These are hero's who don't ask for anything. They don't get paid for this. They just want to see children be safe.
Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts.
Many people who were abused grow up and abuse others. Imagine how many children will NOT grow up and abuse others because this organization helps them heal.
That is the goal. Break the cycle of abuse. It takes the whole village though. 😊
Im so impressed with his speaking abilities. He focuses on the solutions and details the results instead of the problem. He is my new hero!
Protecting children is very important. They shape the future. They are the future. Being abused wont help. These bikers are important when the parents failed
I can't ride due to having cerebral palsy, but I would love to be involved in some way. I was abused as a child myself.
I love the idea of filling a teddy bear with hugs and the kids taking hugs out of them.
Makes me hopeful that one day we can have a hug-based economy where we trade hugs through bears like trading dollars through cards
Strong role models make strong kids.
I had the privilege of meeting a chapter of BACA in Colorado springs and attended a few events and I love what they do and what they've done and what they will always do! Everyone I met in that chapter were very nice and welcoming and the stories I've heard just made me cringe and mad and upsetting but also happy to know there is an organization as them doing what they do. Thank you BACA!!
i wish you were around when i had to testify against my abuser, we won our case, but i still had so much anxiety, and fear ..
Trisha I wish B.A.C.A. would have been around for you too. Please make sure you find a great therapy program. Don’t try to heal alone. B.A.C.A. is not a therapy organization, but they might be able to point you to some solid resources.
These bikers have a Speedpass to Heaven. God Bless them All!
God I wish I had known about BACA as a child, it would've made testifying so much easier. I hope to maybe join one day and help kids like me feel safe.
Man I could of used your help when I was a child being beaten by my stepmom. She was just awful to me!
I read the comments so i knew the bear hug was coming and it still brought tears to my eyes
Filling the bear with hugs is a powerful step to empowering the children.
We are here and we will never not be.....
I've had a B.A.C.A. group in my neighborhood over night once. They are the nicest people I've met and the child at that house finally slept soundly for the first time in weeks (one of the neighbors). I only know they were there all night because I provided coffee to them and I would gladly do it again.
That’s called a Level 2. Sometimes the kids need that extra comfort, knowing they are being taken care of.
This was the most badass yet heart warming thing I’ve seen
As a man and Childcare Provider I respect it, salute to you dudes, shout out from Hartford CT!
The fact that bigger many look like you should be scared of them, but there truly sweethearts
I know a few smaller ones I’d step back from too, but yes, all my B.A.C.A. brothers and sisters are sweethearts. ❤
I've seen stories on the news about this group before. It always warms my heart to hear what they do. But listening to this talk and hearing him explain about filling the bear with hugs? My god the water works. These people are the BEST examples of what human kind can be. I'm sure some of them have their own problems, vices, and make thier own mistakes. They aren't perfect individuals, but they ARE a perfect organization! Still trying to dry my eyes.
Mark Thank you for your comments. You’re right. Nobody is perfect, but when the cause is the right cause, ordinary folks can do amazing things. Never lose sight that these kids do the amazing things when they testify and stand tall. They are the hero’s.
EVERY TIME I WATCH THIS IT MAKES ME CRY!
There was a bikers' headquarters next to our scouts building. One day it had snowed and was very slippery and my friend and I slipped and fell awkwardly on our way to scouts. The Satudarah members were very kind, helped us up and made sure we were completely okay. Then they lifted our bikes and helped us walk the last bit to scouts. I know this gang has been involved in some crazy things in the Netherlands, but they were always kind, friendly and helpful to us. I've learned not to judge a book by its cover :)
xKhayax there are lots of stigmas out there. I know bikers of all demographics and they generally have big hearts for kids. Both of my sons are Eagle Scouts by the way.
A strong man stands up for himself, a stronger one stands up for others. God bless these guys and America 👍👍😎🇺🇸
B.A.C.A. is an absolutely fantastic organization that defines badass!
I cried watching this as a man in my 30s. I could have used this when i was a kid. Went and ate at a restaurant today and these guys were doing an event. Never heard of them and they gave me a pamphlet. While i ate i read some and felt a tug. I went out and bought a shirt and hoodie to contribute. Came home and watched this. I think and my wife will be joining this group.
We’re always looking for great, new members!
The B. A. C. A angels are group of Hagrids, giants with the biggest and warmest hearts ever.
God Bless you all, B. A. C. A ❤️ ❤️
These people definitely need more exposure
Thank you!! If you are able to share with others, we might be able to connect with more children who need our assistance. 😊