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European Scientologists 2025 Civic Action and Relentless Social Impact in over 27 countries
Throughout 2025, reports published by Scientology Europe documented a broad range of community-focused initiatives carried out by Scientologists and Scientology-linked volunteer groups. Spanning dozens of localities across Western, Central, Eastern and Northern Europe, the year’s reporting highlights sustained engagement in public-interest priorities, including drug-prevention education, human-rights awareness, ethical and civic action, and volunteer-led community support, as well as selected global humanitarian developments followed by European audiences.
Year-end overview brings together dozens of local actions and public events—from Brussels and Vienna to Milan, Prague and Geneva—linked to long-running prevention, education and volunteer programmes.
European Scientologists’ 2025 Civic Year: Drug Education, Human-Rights Literacy and Community Service Across the Continent
BRUSSELS, Belgium — 31 December 2025 — Across Europe, the Church of Scientology civic actions maintains a continent-wide presence through more than 140 churches, missions, and affiliated groups in at least 27 European nations, alongside thousands of community-based social betterment and reform initiatives. Supported by a central European hub in Brussels serving European institutions and international organizations, this 2025 year-in-review brings together the initiatives reported throughout the year—reflecting an organized, values-driven commitment to strengthening communities, promoting human dignity, and supporting civic responsibility through practical, local action.
Throughout 2025, reports published by Scientology Europe documented a broad range of community-focused initiatives carried out by Scientologists and Scientology-linked volunteer groups. Spanning dozens of localities across Western, Central, Eastern and Northern Europe, the year’s reporting highlights sustained engagement in public-interest priorities, including drug-prevention education, human-rights awareness, ethical and civic action, and volunteer-led community support, as well as selected global humanitarian developments followed by European audiences.
Many of the initiatives described during the year draw on long-established educational and humanitarian programmes supported by Scientologists. These include Truth About Drugs materials distributed by the Foundation for a Drug-Free World; Youth for Human Rights educational resources based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; the Scientology Volunteer Ministers programme, which provides training and tools for addressing everyday and emergency challenges; and The Way to Happiness, a non-religious moral code authored by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard, presented as a 21-precept guide used in community and civic settings. Together, these programmes form the practical framework through which local initiatives are organised and delivered.
A year anchored in European civic life
The year opened in Belgium with coverage marking institutional milestones in Brussels, where an anniversary event commemorated five decades of Scientology’s presence in the capital of Europe and fifteen years at Boulevard de Waterloo. The gathering brought together representatives of other faiths and civil-society actors, with Ivan Arjona-Pelado, Scientology’s representative to the European Union institutions and the United Nations, reflecting on the organisation’s history in Belgium and its public-facing social initiatives.
Early-year reporting also recognised volunteer work in Central Europe, highlighted international awareness campaigns addressing human trafficking, and provided a broader institutional overview of Scientology’s global activities entering 2025. Together, these initial reports set the tone for a year focused on continuity, public engagement and structured civic contribution.
Religious freedom, human-rights advocacy and public presence
As the year progressed, reporting reflected sustained engagement with questions of religious freedom, human rights and public participation. Coverage included Scientology’s involvement in international discussions on freedom of belief, the opening of new community facilities in Central Europe designed to serve as local hubs, and advocacy initiatives addressing human rights in the field of mental health through the work of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights.
Additional reports during this period underscored growing public interest and long-term presence in several European countries, alongside charitable and volunteer activities addressing social needs, including Sweden’s recognition milestone and community-facing engagement in Denmark. A commemorative feature marking the birthday of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard situated these activities within the historical context of the movement’s humanitarian emphasis.
Prevention and education as sustained priorities
Drug-prevention outreach and youth education formed one of the most consistent strands of activity throughout 2025. From spring onward, reports described grassroots initiatives engaging young people, parents and educators, including local prevention outreach in Denmark, as well as coordinated national efforts in several countries such as France. These activities ranged from neighbourhood-level distribution of educational materials to larger public campaigns and community events, reflecting a sustained focus on early prevention and informed decision-making.
Public-space outreach at cultural and sporting events complemented this work, including Brussels-based engagement at public festivals. The year concluded with further reports of street-level prevention initiatives in major European cities, including work in Vienna, illustrating how prevention education continued as an active priority through the final months of the year.
Civic action, ethics and volunteer service in public spaces
Alongside prevention and education, visible community service remained a central feature of the year’s activities. Reports documented coordinated volunteer actions across multiple cities, including multi-city civic initiatives in the Czech Republic, addressing practical needs such as neighbourhood improvement, environmental stewardship and community assistance.
Particular attention was given to initiatives led by Volunteer Ministers and groups distributing The Way to Happiness in public spaces, highlighting ethical guidance and civic responsibility as tools for strengthening public spaces and local cooperation. Activities in Southern and Central Europe, as well as cross-border efforts, illustrated how these initiatives were adapted to local contexts while remaining aligned with shared principles, including Swiss civic action and community events in Lugano.
Human-rights education and international dialogue
Human-rights education constituted a third pillar of the year’s reporting, with recurring references to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as an educational foundation.
Local events across Europe focused on bringing human-rights principles into schools, associations and community forums, including a continent-wide focus on UDHR education, while international coverage from Geneva connected grassroots education with broader institutional dialogue around Human Rights Day.
Related reporting also addressed freedom of belief and coexistence, including recognition of voices for religious freedom, as well as public reflections on the role of belief in contemporary European societies, including commentary on Pope Leo XIV’s October prayer.
Community life, interfaith moments and international perspectives
Beyond structured programmes, 2025 coverage reflected the everyday community life of Scientologists across Europe. Reports highlighted interfaith greetings and cultural celebrations, seasonal events, national anniversaries and local ceremonies, including a Spain-focused milestone marking 45 years of Scientology’s presence, illustrating how community engagement extended beyond formal initiatives.
Additional features introduced European audiences to international humanitarian stories and media profiles, including Isabelle Vladoiu’s human-rights profile, Voices for Humanity with Catalina Maldonado, a literacy campaign featured on Voices for Humanity, and a Netherlands-based foundation training youth on media and human rights, underscoring the global dimension of the movement’s social outreach.
In a statement prepared for this year-end overview, Ivan Arjona-Pelado, Scientology’s representative to the European Union, the OSCE, the Council of Europe and the United Nations, said:
“Across Europe, trust in our communities is built through practical responsibility—helping neighbours, maintaining dignified public spaces, sharing factual prevention education, and ensuring young people understand their rights. These are civic values Europeans recognise, and they are strengthened when citizens act consistently and locally.”
Taken together, the actions documented throughout 2025 demonstrate a clear and continuous contribution by European Scientologists and Scientology-linked volunteers to public-interest priorities, including prevention, education, human rights and community resilience. Rooted in the humanitarian principles articulated by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard and aligned with European values of responsibility and solidarity, these initiatives reflect a sustained commitment to strengthening social cohesion, safeguarding human dignity and supporting constructive civic engagement across the continent.
The Church of Scientology, its churches, missions, groups and members are present throughout the European continent. Scientology is a contemporary religion founded by L. Ron Hubbard, and its members support a range of community initiatives focused on education, prevention and community betterment. Scientology’s European public-affairs work includes engagement with civil society, international organisations and public institutions, and its recognition as a charitable and bona fide religion continues to grow in a number of jurisdictions.
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AI Meets Arabic Literature: Qirtas App Unveils Scalable Publishing Infrastructure at Web Summit Qatar 2026
Doha, Qatar, 19th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Qirtas App, a dual-interface digital platform headquartered in Istanbul and Malmo, announced its mission to bridge the global gap in Arabic literature accessibility following its successful showcase in the Alpha Startup category at Web Summit Qatar. By integrating cutting-edge AI production tools with a seamless streaming interface, Qirtas is providing the technical infrastructure needed to digitize the fragmented $4 billion Arab publishing market.
Despite a global population of 430 million Arabic speakers, the publishing industry has long been hampered by prohibitive shipping costs, high piracy rates, and a lack of digital infrastructure. Qirtas App addresses these systemic barriers through a twofold solution: a freemium streaming platform for readers and a sophisticated digital management backend for publishers.
Empowering Publishers through the “AI Production Suite”
Qirtas is not merely a distributor; it is a catalyst for digital transformation. For traditional publishers, the platform offers a dedicated portal to convert physical catalogs into secure, monetizable digital assets.
AI-Automated Production: The platform utilizes proprietary AI to automatically generate high-quality audiobooks and smart summaries, drastically reducing the time and cost barriers that previously prevented publishers from entering the digital space.
Institutional Security: With advanced Digital Rights Management (DRM) and real-time reader analytics, publishers maintain full control over their intellectual property while gaining unprecedented insights into global consumption patterns.
The Future of the Arab Reading Experience
For the global Arab diaspora, Qirtas offers a comprehensive streaming library featuring Qirtas AI, an interactive reading assistant that provides instant translation, text-to-speech narration, and social integration.
“The Arab publishing world is rich in content but starved of modern distribution,” said Tamer Odeh, CEO of Qirtas App. “With Qirtas, we are removing the friction. We aren’t just giving readers an app; we are giving publishers the tools to survive and thrive in a digital-first economy.”
Alaa Barghouth, COO of Qirtas App, added: “Our participation in Web Summit Qatar has confirmed the massive appetite for this technology. We have already secured commitments from major publishing houses ready to onboard their catalogs. We are now focused on scaling our infrastructure to meet this demand.”
Market Opportunity & Investment
The digital publishing segment in the MENA region is currently valued at $400 million and is experiencing rapid year-over-year growth. Having validated its model with early industry commitments, Qirtas App is currently open for pre-seed investment to accelerate its market launch and expand its AI-driven production capabilities.
For more information or to inquire about partnership opportunities, visit qirtasapp.com.
About Qirtas App
Qirtas is a Swedish-Turkish “Deep-Tech” publishing platform dedicated to revitalizing Arabic literature. By combining AI-powered content production with a global streaming model, Qirtas connects 430 million Arabic speakers with the books they love, while providing publishers with the tools to digitize and protect their heritage.
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The BTCD Foundation has announced the upcoming deployment of its proprietary Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure. This development marks the introduction of a new technical framework designed to support decentralized applications and secure digital transactions. The Foundation has confirmed that the Public Testnet is scheduled to open for user participation on February 15, 2026.
Technical Architecture and Infrastructure
The BTCD platform is engineered as an independent Layer 1 blockchain, distinct from token-based projects that rely on existing third-party networks. The core infrastructure utilizes a hybrid consensus mechanism combining Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) and Proof of Stake (PoS) protocols.
This architectural design is intended to address common scalability challenges in blockchain technology. The technical specifications indicate a capacity for high-volume throughput, with initial testing targeting transaction speeds of over 10,000 transactions per second (TPS) while maintaining sub-second finality. The system is built to operate autonomously, providing a decentralized foundation for developers and users.
Testnet Deployment and Minting Mechanism
Beginning February 15, 2026, the BTCD Foundation will initiate the Public Testnet phase. This phase allows users to interact with the network’s minting protocol to test system stability and performance.
The minting process follows a programmed algorithmic schedule designed to test the network’s long-term sustainability over a projected 25-year timeline. The protocol includes technical halving events scheduled every 2.5 years to regulate the issuance rate of digital assets on the network.
Transition to Mainnet
The Testnet phase is a precursor to the official Mainnet launch, which is currently scheduled for May 15, 2026. The Foundation has outlined a technical migration plan wherein digital assets minted during the Testnet phase will be recognized on the Mainnet system upon its activation.
Ecosystem Development Roadmap
Following the Mainnet launch, the BTCD Foundation plans to deploy a suite of decentralized applications (dApps) integrated directly into the Layer 1 core. The technical roadmap outlines the phased release of nine specific utilities, including:
- Nexora: A decentralized communication protocol.
- Guardian DEX: A decentralized exchange interface.
-
WealthBook: A social networking platform integrated with blockchain identity verification.
Future updates scheduled for later in 2026 involve the integration of automated trading algorithms and asset management utilities.
About BTCD Foundation
The BTCD Foundation is a technology organization focused on the development of Layer 1 blockchain solutions. It aims to build a scalable, secure, and decentralized infrastructure to support the next generation of digital applications.
Testnet Access: http://btcd.foundation
Community Hub: https://t.me/btcdfoundation1
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The BTCD Foundation has announced the upcoming deployment of its proprietary Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure. This development marks the introduction of a new technical framework designed to support decentralized applications and secure digital transactions. The Foundation has confirmed that the Public Testnet is scheduled to open for user participation on February 15, 2026.
Technical Architecture and Infrastructure
The BTCD platform is engineered as an independent Layer 1 blockchain, distinct from token-based projects that rely on existing third-party networks. The core infrastructure utilizes a hybrid consensus mechanism combining Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) and Proof of Stake (PoS) protocols.
This architectural design is intended to address common scalability challenges in blockchain technology. The technical specifications indicate a capacity for high-volume throughput, with initial testing targeting transaction speeds of over 10,000 transactions per second (TPS) while maintaining sub-second finality. The system is built to operate autonomously, providing a decentralized foundation for developers and users.
Testnet Deployment and Minting Mechanism
Beginning February 15, 2026, the BTCD Foundation will initiate the Public Testnet phase. This phase allows users to interact with the network’s minting protocol to test system stability and performance.
The minting process follows a programmed algorithmic schedule designed to test the network’s long-term sustainability over a projected 25-year timeline. The protocol includes technical halving events scheduled every 2.5 years to regulate the issuance rate of digital assets on the network.
Transition to Mainnet
The Testnet phase is a precursor to the official Mainnet launch, which is currently scheduled for May 15, 2026. The Foundation has outlined a technical migration plan wherein digital assets minted during the Testnet phase will be recognized on the Mainnet system upon its activation.
Ecosystem Development Roadmap
Following the Mainnet launch, the BTCD Foundation plans to deploy a suite of decentralized applications (dApps) integrated directly into the Layer 1 core. The technical roadmap outlines the phased release of nine specific utilities, including:
- Nexora: A decentralized communication protocol.
- Guardian DEX: A decentralized exchange interface.
-
WealthBook: A social networking platform integrated with blockchain identity verification.
Future updates scheduled for later in 2026 involve the integration of automated trading algorithms and asset management utilities.
About BTCD Foundation
The BTCD Foundation is a technology organization focused on the development of Layer 1 blockchain solutions. It aims to build a scalable, secure, and decentralized infrastructure to support the next generation of digital applications.
Testnet Access: http://btcd.foundation
Community Hub: https://t.me/btcdfoundation1
Media Contact
Organization: BTCD FOUNDATION
Contact Person: Mr. Alex – CEO
Website: https://btcd.foundation
Email: Send Email
Country:Panama
Release id:41440
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