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A cadet needs to report bullying. Must they go through the chain of command?

No. They may go to any adult leader they trust.

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  1. No, any trusted adult leader is fine ✔
  2. Yes, always start with the flight sergeant
  3. Yes, only the cadet commander can take it

Why: Normally cadets use the chain of command. For bullying, abuse, violence or sensitive topics, they can skip it and talk to any Senior Member they trust.

Huh, didn't know that: Cadets can also report by email to [email protected] or with a Member Concern Report in eServices.

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Answer: No, any trusted adult leader is fine. Normally cadets use the chain of command. For bullying, abuse, violence or sensitive topics, they can skip it and talk to any Senior Member they trust.

  1. CAPR 60-1, Cadet Program Management (18 Aug 2025), Table 1.1 Standards of Cadet Conduct www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/R_601_D19B3E261AA1D.pdf
    Go to any adult leader (Senior Member) you trust, regardless of the normal chain of command if you need to report bullying
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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