To: The Ohio State university, UCLA
Petition to Remove Names Associated With Jeffrey Epstein From Public Institutions
Petition to Remove Names Associated With Jeffrey Epstein From Public Institutions
We, the undersigned, formally request the removal of any building names, honors, or public associations tied to individuals with close connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
We do not want to be associated—directly or indirectly—with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender whose crimes involved the exploitation and abuse of children. His actions represent some of the most serious moral and legal violations imaginable. Any association with his name, or with those who enabled, funded, protected, or remained closely connected to him, undermines public trust and ethical standards.
Naming buildings after individuals with close ties to a known pedophile is wrong. Public honors are endorsements. They signal values, priorities, and role models. When institutions continue to honor individuals linked to Epstein, it sends a harmful message that wealth, influence, or donations outweigh accountability and moral responsibility.
Educational institutions and medical facilities—schools, universities, hospitals, and treatment centers—must be safe spaces. They exist to educate, heal, protect, and uplift. These spaces should never be associated with crimes against children or with those who were connected to such crimes. Survivors, families, students, patients, and staff deserve environments free from reminders of exploitation and abuse.
This petition is not about erasing history. It is about refusing to glorify or normalize associations with those connected to horrific crimes. Institutions can acknowledge past donations or relationships without continuing to bestow honor or recognition.
We call on leadership to act with integrity, compassion, and moral clarity by:
- Removing names associated with Jeffrey Epstein or his close affiliates from buildings and programs
- Reaffirming a commitment to child safety, ethical standards, and survivor-centered values
- Ensuring public spaces reflect the principles of dignity, trust, and accountability
Public institutions must stand for something better. We urge you to do the right thing.
Why is this important?
Public institutions don’t just educate or treat patients; they signal what society considers acceptable. Refusing to honor individuals associated with Jeffrey Epstein draws a firm line that crimes against children are beyond excuse, influence, or reputation.
Educational institutions and hospitals serve children, young adults, trauma survivors, and people seeking help at their most vulnerable moments. For survivors of abuse, seeing these names can be retraumatizing and alienating. A trauma-informed stance requires minimizing harm—not perpetuating it through symbolic honors.
Universities and hospitals rely on public confidence. When institutions appear indifferent to well-documented associations with exploitation, they erode trust among students, parents, patients, staff, and the broader community. Taking a clear stance restores credibility and shows leadership is willing to act ethically, even when it’s uncomfortable.
Educational institutions and hospitals serve children, young adults, trauma survivors, and people seeking help at their most vulnerable moments. For survivors of abuse, seeing these names can be retraumatizing and alienating. A trauma-informed stance requires minimizing harm—not perpetuating it through symbolic honors.
Universities and hospitals rely on public confidence. When institutions appear indifferent to well-documented associations with exploitation, they erode trust among students, parents, patients, staff, and the broader community. Taking a clear stance restores credibility and shows leadership is willing to act ethically, even when it’s uncomfortable.