True2myth-
There are too many LGATs and groups that follow this model to list and keep up with it seems. Not sure what kind of investigation for cult practices you are referring to. As far as these groups go, unless there is abuse etc, nothing is illegal in what they do. Every adult that attends is capable of deciding to stay in the group or not. Here is where we must get creative in making a change. Filing a complaint is a great place to start and should be done, however, as these groups have been around for decades, the complaints are obviously not enough.
There are too many LGATs and groups that follow this model to list and keep up with it seems. Not sure what kind of investigation for cult practices you are referring to. As far as these groups go, unless there is abuse etc, nothing is illegal in what they do. Every adult that attends is capable of deciding to stay in the group or not. Here is where we must get creative in making a change. Filing a complaint is a great place to start and should be done, however, as these groups have been around for decades, the complaints are obviously not enough.