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Vienna Volunteers Bring Truth About Drugs Education to Youth Before Dealers Do

“Sag NEIN zu Drogen – Österreich” expands street-level prevention outreach in Austria’s capital, combining community events, school interest and online learning resources with a fact-based approach.
VIENNA, Austria — In Vienna’s public squares, parks and cultural gathering points, volunteers with the Vienna-based association Sag NEIN zu Drogen – Osterreich have been strengthening a simple prevention idea: reach young people early, with clear information, before dealers and misinformation do.
The initiative focuses on youth, parents, educators, artists and sports communities—groups that often see the first signs of risk, but do not always have practical tools at hand. Volunteers describe their outreach as conversation-driven and non-confrontational, built around short exchanges that help people understand what commonly abused substances are, how they affect the body and mind, and why early experimentation can become difficult to reverse.
Gabriele Toker, president of the chapter in Vienna, has spoken publicly about why the effort matters at family level: drug education, she argues, is most effective when it equips parents and teachers with usable facts rather than fear or moral lectures. That emphasis has helped the group connect with educators exploring prevention resources that can be adapted to classrooms and youth settings.
Vienna’s cultural calendar provides recurring opportunities for that kind of contact. At major public events such as the Donauinselfest, volunteers have used interactive activities—music, movement, and family-friendly engagement—to create a welcoming setting for brief conversations about real-world pressures and the realities behind common myths. Organisers say this approach is intended to meet young people where they are, without dramatization, and to encourage responsible choices through understanding rather than instruction.
The timing of prevention has gained renewed relevance as drug markets evolve and as health authorities continue to highlight the scale of use. In June 2025, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime’s World Drug Report 2025 estimated that 316 million people used drugs in 2023, noting that instability and organised trafficking continue to compound social, economic and security costs. In the European context, the EU Drugs Agency’s 2025 assessment of cannabis again describes cannabis as Europe’s most widely consumed illicit drug, while warning that markets and products are changing rapidly.
Austria’s own youth data underscores why many prevention programmes prioritise early engagement. The national ESPAD Austria 2024 report found that 18% of surveyed students had tried cannabis at least once, 14% had used it in the last 12 months and 7% in the last 30 days. For the Vienna volunteers of Drug Free World, those figures reinforce a practical point: prevention conversations do not start “too early” in the teenage years, because the first offers and first risks can appear sooner than adults expect.
In their day-to-day outreach, volunteers report meeting a wide range of people—students in health-related fields, parents seeking clarity about substances discussed online, and teachers looking for age-appropriate materials that allow guided discussion without stigma. The group also points to the role of local role models. Collaborations with artists and sports communities, they say, help amplify a message that healthy performance and creativity do not depend on drugs—an argument that can resonate strongly with adolescents navigating identity, peer acceptance and pressure to experiment.
Feedback the foundation has received from community members in other countries illustrates the tone it aims to maintain. A shop owner in Belgium, commenting on the materials, noted: “This leaflet is effective because it is informative and fact-based and doesn’t give moral lectures.” A breakdance dancer in France similarly reflected: “We all have our creativity naturally and we don’t need drugs to feel good… I get my ‘high’ with dance and music, not drugs.” Such reactions, organisers say, reflect the value of prevention tools that respect the audience and rely on factual explanation.
The Vienna initiative uses materials associated with the global “Truth About Drugs” campaign distributed by the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, which describes itself as a nonprofit drug education programme sponsored by the Church of Scientology and Scientologists. The content is available in multiple formats, including printed booklets and structured classroom resources. The foundation also offers an online learning pathway through its Truth About Drugs e-courses, designed to let individuals work through information at their own pace using videos and lesson modules.
In parallel, the Church of Scientology describes its support for drug education through the Truth About Drugs campaign as a secular prevention initiative intended to help communities reduce harm through education. The programme’s origins are linked, in Church materials, to the emphasis placed by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard on addressing social problems with practical solutions and on countering drug abuse through awareness and prevention.
Ivan Arjona, Church of Scientology representative to the EU, OSCE, Council of Europe and the United Nations, said:
“Drug prevention in Europe works best when it treats young people with respect—by providing verified information early, in plain language, and in settings that feel safe to ask questions. When parents, teachers and community volunteers cooperate on that basis, they strengthen public health while also reinforcing the civic responsibility and human dignity that European societies depend on.”
Organisers in Vienna stress that the goal is not a single event but steady continuity: being present in public life often enough that drug education becomes normal, accessible and practical. For them, success is measured in small but concrete outcomes—students who take information home, teachers who feel better equipped to address difficult questions, and parents who leave a conversation with clearer facts and less uncertainty.
About the Church of Scientology in Europe
The Church of Scientology, its missions, groups and members are present throughout the European continent and support a range of community programmes focused on education, prevention and social betterment. Recognition of Scientology as a charitable and bona fide religion continues to grow in various jurisdictions, alongside engagement in initiatives intended to contribute to community well-being and informed civic participation.
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Sunshine Jewelries Emphasizes Thoughtful Design With Jewelry Made for Real Life, Real Wear, and Everyday Confidence
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A continued focus on pieces designed for lasting comfort and meaningful personal use
California, USA, 2nd March 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Sunshine Jewelries highlights its ongoing commitment to thoughtful design and jewelry created for real wear. The brand’s current direction centers on pieces that support daily life, personal milestones, and long-term use rather than short-lived trends or single-occasion styling.
“We focus on creating pieces people reach for instinctively, whether they are dressing for work, meeting friends, or marking a meaningful moment.”
The brand’s latest emphasis reflects a growing shift toward jewelry that feels natural in everyday settings. Rather than treating jewelry as something reserved for events alone, Sunshine Jewelries approaches design as part of a person’s routine. Necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings are developed with balance, proportion, and comfort in mind, allowing each piece to move easily from morning to evening without feeling overstated or impractical.
“Jewelry should feel dependable, not limit how often it gets worn,” said a representative from Sunshine Jewelries. “Our designs are meant to fit into real wardrobes and real lives, while still holding meaning and presence.”
Materials across current collections include sterling silver, 10K and 14K gold, and carefully selected stones set with secure construction. Each design prioritizes wearability, accurate sizing, and thoughtful finishes that hold up to repeated use. Attention to comfort plays a central role, from smooth edges to reliable closures that support confidence during daily wear.
Sunshine Jewelries also continues to place importance on emotional connection. Many pieces are created with gifting in mind, offering options suitable for birthdays, anniversaries, career milestones, and personal celebrations. Clean silhouettes and versatile designs allow jewelry to feel personal without being tied to a single moment or trend cycle.
Alongside design philosophy, Sunshine Jewelries maintains a customer-focused shopping experience through its online store. The brand offers secure checkout, clear product information, fast delivery, and real-time order tracking to support a smooth purchasing process. This operational consistency reflects the same care applied to product design.
By reinforcing its commitment to jewelry made for real life, Sunshine Jewelries continues to position itself as a brand grounded in intention, wearability, and emotional relevance. The focus remains on pieces that stay present in daily routines, becoming part of personal stories rather than background accessories.
Current collections are available through the Sunshine Jewelries online store.
About Sunshine Jewelries
Sunshine Jewelries is a handcrafted jewelry brand dedicated to creating meaningful pieces designed for everyday wear and life’s important moments. With a focus on quality materials, thoughtful design, and careful craftsmanship, the brand creates jewelry meant to be worn often, gifted with purpose, and remembered over time.
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Sunshine Jewelries Launches a Line Featuring Everyday Staples for Work, Events, and Gifting
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A new collection focused on refined essentials designed to move effortlessly from daily wear to meaningful occasions
California, USA, 2nd March 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Sunshine Jewelries has announced the launch of a new jewelry line centered on everyday staples created for work settings, special events, and thoughtful gifting. The release reflects the brand’s continued focus on jewelry that feels composed, wearable, and intentional from the moment it is worn, while maintaining the craftsmanship and material standards the brand is known for.
“We think of jewelry as part of someone’s routine, not just an accessory for rare occasions. This collection was shaped around real life, where a bracelet might be worn to work, to dinner, and then gifted later as something remembered.”
The new line brings together earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets designed with proportion, comfort, and longevity in mind. Rather than focusing on statement-only pieces, the collection prioritizes refined designs that integrate easily into daily routines, professional wardrobes, and personal milestones. Each piece is crafted to feel balanced on the body, offering a sense of polish without excess.
This launch responds to a growing demand for jewelry that can transition smoothly across different moments of life. From meetings and formal events to celebrations and gifting, the collection is structured to support versatility while retaining visual presence. Materials include sterling silver, 10K and 14K gold, and carefully selected stones set with attention to detail and secure construction.
“Our goal with this line was to create pieces people could rely on, not just admire,” said a representative from Sunshine Jewelries. “These are designs meant to be worn repeatedly, paired easily, and trusted for both everyday settings and moments that matter.”
The collection also reflects Sunshine Jewelries’ emphasis on thoughtful gifting. Many pieces are positioned as meaningful options for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and professional milestones. With clean silhouettes, dependable closures, and accurate sizing, the jewelry is designed to feel personal while remaining universally wearable.
In keeping with the brand’s customer-first approach, Sunshine Jewelries continues to offer fast delivery, secure checkout, and real-time order tracking across its online store.
By focusing on everyday staples, Sunshine Jewelries reinforces its belief that jewelry should feel natural, expressive, and lasting. The new line stands as a continuation of the brand’s philosophy that each piece carries meaning, shaped not only by design but by how and when it is worn.
The collection is now available through the Sunshine Jewelries online store.
About Sunshine Jewelries
Sunshine Jewelries is a handcrafted jewelry brand dedicated to creating refined, meaningful pieces for everyday wear and special occasions. With a focus on quality materials, thoughtful design, and careful craftsmanship, the brand creates jewelry meant to be worn, gifted, and remembered.
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Email: sunshinejewelry25@gmail.com
Website: https://sunshinejewelries.com
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Context Releases 2025 Luxury Fashion Sustainability Benchmark on ESG Disclosures
London, United Kingdom, 2nd Mar 2026 — A new 2025 Luxury Fashion Sustainability Benchmark released by sustainability consultancy Context reveals a growing divide between the depth of environmental disclosures and social transparency. The benchmark analyses the public sustainability and ESG reporting of 10 of the world’s largest luxury fashion companies, including Burberry, Chanel, LVMH, and Kering.
Social Sustainability: Placing People at the Centre
The benchmark assesses how effectively luxury fashion companies identify, manage, and report on key sustainability issues across five categories. It evaluates reporting maturity and transparency, rather than actual sustainability performance. The findings highlight the growing importance of developing a more holistic sustainability strategy that places people at the centre. While companies are integrating actionable targets and goals related to their material issues, such as climate, transparency doesn’t yet extend far enough to the people behind the products.
“As regulatory scrutiny increases and expectations rise, credible leadership will depend on companies being as open about social impacts, risks and opportunities as they are about emissions and other environmental topics,” said Helen Fisher, Managing Director at Context.
Key findings from the 2025 Luxury Fashion Sustainability Benchmark include:
- Communicating a strategy: All luxury fashion companies provided updates on their sustainability strategy, but the extent to which it covered the company’s most material environmental, social, and governance issues varied.
- Double materiality: 40% had communicated their impacts on planet and society, and the financial implications of those impacts, by reporting the results of a double materiality assessment.
- Governance: Sustainability governance is well-established at both the Board and executive levels, but detailed ESG risk management disclosures are sparse.
- Climate metrics: Luxury fashion companies tend to report more extensive climate-related data, but transparent communication on setbacks or underperformance is limited.
- Nature: Nature reporting is slowly rising, with half following science-backed guidance from the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN). Only one company has SBTN validated freshwater and land targets.
+1 - Social impact: Reporting on social issues is weaker than on environmental and governance topics, indicating potential blind spots in supply chain risk.
- Reporting frameworks: Most luxury fashion companies report against at least one sustainability reporting framework, such as the Global Reporting Initiative Standards, commonly used by companies to publicly report their impacts on the planet, economy, and society.
Download the full 2025 Luxury Fashion Sustainability Benchmark.
About Context
Context is a consultancy specialising in corporate sustainability strategy, reporting, and communications. For more than 25 years, it has helped over 250 clients across a wide range of sectors and markets to navigate the evolving sustainability landscape.
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