The Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP) is a non-denominational Christian organization that serves as an umbrella organization for several ministries. The IBLP, which has been described as a cult, was established by American Christian minister, Bill Gothard. The stated purpose of the organization is to provide instruction on how to find success in life by following biblical principles. This involves programs that include seminars for ministry, community outreach, troubled youth mentoring, and an international ministry. Children are expected to be home schooled, to always obey their fathers, and adhere strictly to IBLP's interpretations of biblical Scripture. IBLP maintains a post office box in Oak Brook, Illinois (Box One, though the former headquarters building is actually located in nearby Hinsdale, Illinois) as well as a large facility in East Texas near the town of Big Sandy which according to its "Contact Us" site is the organization's headquarters. History IBLP was originally organized in 1961 under the name Campus Teams. The organization changed its name to Institute in Basic Youth Conflicts (IBYC) in 1974 (consistent with the title of its founder's seminar title), and adopted its current name in 1989 (to reflect its expansion beyond the seminars). IBLP started promoting Basic Youth Conflicts seminars in areas around the United States and other nations, which according to its own history, during the 1970s had attendances of up to 20,000 persons. In 2006, IBLP was reported to earn (equivalent to about $M in ) annually. From 2009 to 2012, the Institute in Basic Life Principles began a steady decline, losing money, assets, and greatly decreasing the number of annual seminars it conducted, while the public became increasingly aware of controversy (more specifically, allegations of sexual misconduct) associated with IBLP. The controversy led to Gothard resigning in 2014, though not admitting to anything more than "a violation of trust". The following year, according to Chicago Magazine, IBLP relocated its headquarters to Texas; IBLP's website does not mention this move. The former IBLP headquarters building has been the subject of several redevelopment proposals according to the Hinsdale official website. Programs and teachings In addition to adherence to the Bible and Christian ideals, the IBLP considers males, in particular the patriarch of a family, to be superior, whereas females are expected to obey men in every way. This includes in the home, school, workplace, and marriage. Women are raised to learn how to become good wives