Every person who has struggled with their mental health has the right to move on with their life and recover in peace.
At Beacon Alert, we are committed to safeguarding the dignity and privacy of every individual we assist. Once a missing person is confirmed safe, we take immediate steps to remove their identifying information from our public-facing platforms and encourage others to do the same.
The Right To Be Forgotten
Publicly available information about a missing person can become a barrier to rebuilding their life. It can affect their:
- Job opportunities: Employers may discover sensitive details that could influence their perception unfairly.
- Personal relationships: Past circumstances can hinder the individual’s ability to move forward.
- Peaceful recovery: The process of healing from a distressing experience can be disrupted by lingering public scrutiny.
Removing identifying details once a person is safe allows them to recover and rebuild without unnecessary challenges.
Our Commitment
Beacon Alert pledges to:
- Remove all identifying information, including names and photos, from our platforms as soon as we receive confirmation that the individual is safe.
- Advocate for the same action across all channels where the information was shared.
- Prioritise the privacy and dignity of the person above all else.
If you believe information about you or someone you know remains online after being found safe, please visit our Request Removal page for assistance.
Join the Commitment
We invite websites, support groups, media organisations, and other platforms to adopt the “Right to Be Forgotten” commitment. By doing so, you can help protect the privacy of individuals and support their recovery process.
How to join:
- Adopt the commitment: Review and implement a protocol for removing information about missing persons.
- Promote awareness: Share this commitment publicly to encourage others to follow suit.
- Collaborate with us: Contact us at [email protected] to align efforts and share best practices.
Let’s Work Together
By embracing the Right to Be Forgotten, we can collectively help ensure that individuals who have experienced difficult circumstances can recover peacefully and move forward with their lives.
For more information or to discuss joining the commitment, please contact us at [email protected].