Anne Roberts

Chairman of the Board of Relgious Technology Center, Mr. David Miscavige, in his speech at the Grand Opening of the Church of Scientology of San Francsico described some of the work the International Association of Scientologists is doing to improve life through its support of Applied Scholastics. Mr. Miscavige said:

"Today our education and literacy projects reach into inner-cities through 415 centers across fifty-four countries. That's just a start. For while our groups have been bringing the tools of literacy outside the school system, that new campus is now training governmental educators that represent the school systems of entire nations. From as far away as Zimbabwe in Africa, in Mongolia and yes—even with the United States Department of Education."

IAS Freedom Medal Winner Anne Roberts has perhaps done more to help the children in Africa than any of the great humanitarians who have dedicated themselves to improving live for African youth.

I say this because Anne has brought real, effective technology to them in the form of L. Ron Hubbard study technology -- workable tools a child or young adult (or anyone) can learn that then enables him or her to study and apply any other subject.

The African's I have met are very aware that they have an opportunity now, with the world going more and more high-tech, to end poverty in their countries by providing technical education to the youth of their countries so they can compete in the electronic industries.

Here's a good article on the Applied Scholastics web site on what Anne has done.

UN Day Against Drugs

Today is the UN Day Against Drugs and Trafficking. It's very important that the private sector works to handle the drug pandemic. Governments cannot do it along.

In Scientology churches around the world today, Scientologists are working to get the word out about the harmful effects of drugs.

Read about some of the activities here:

The Church of Scientology of Tampa

The Church of Scientology of Toronto

The Church of Scientology of San Francisco

The Church of Scientology of New York

The Church of Scientology of San Diego.

Winning the War Against Drugs

Scientologists are very much involved in helping young people avoid the tragedy of drug addiction.

An example is IAS medal winners Michael Neilson and Asa Graaf.

Freedom Magazine described their winning the IAS Freedom Medal as follows:

Arresting the decline of drug proliferation was the first topic in Mr. Miscavige‘s round-up of year number 19‘s accomplishments. It was, as well, the cause championed by the evening‘s first IAS Freedom Medal winners Michael Neilson and Asa Graaf, leaders of a team of drug education specialists in Sweden who, in Mr. Miscavige‘s words, are “doing more to handle the drug problem than any other group on the planet.”

Neilson and Graaf set out ten years ago to save Swedish children from a drug problem of epic proportions. In that time, they have not only salvaged an entire generation, they have created a nationwide movement for a drug-free tomorrow.

The Church of Scientology International has created the Scientology Anti-Drug web site to answer questions about drugs and provide enough information to help young people decide NOT to take drugs.

Knowing the fact presented in this site about the most commonly abused drugs can make all the difference.

There is more information on the Scientology Anti Drug campaign at the Scientology Press Office

Scientology Social Program

All over the world, people are facing similar problems with or stemming from drug abuse, crime illiteracy and immorality.

David Miscavige has called these the 4 scourges of or modern world, and this is very apt.

One reason the International Association of Scientologists has sponsored the renovation of churches like the Church of Scientology of New York and the Church of Scientology of Spain is so that programs that directly address the resolution of these problems can be made more readily available.

For example, Scientology churches are set up in such a way that anyone who is concerned about drug abuse can walk in and get help in setting up a group that applies L. Ron Hubbard's technology in a secular setting to help overcome these social diseases.

The Scientology Press Office carries news releases on these topics as well.

Scientology Volunteer Ministers Goodwill Tours

One of the programs the International Association of Scientologists sponsors is the Scientology Volunteer Ministers Goodwill Tours. For the past year these tours have been traveling through Brazil, fBatswana, Central Europe and India. They survey the local leaders and the community and provide training and one-on-one help, seminars to help empower people with Scientology tools to improve their lives.

Now three more tours are joining the three that began last year. These are the trans-Syberian tour, the South Pacific Island tour and the East Asian tour.

There are so many caring people who really want to help their communities. When they learn about the solutions L. Ron Hubbard developed for the problems they encounter they are eager to adopt them in their own programs.

Here is just one example from the Scientology Volunteer Minsiters Web site:

Humanitarian and educator, Mohammed Khalil Ullah, is committed to improving the lives of the children of the slums of Calcutta and has found, in the technology of L. Ron Hubbard, the way to do so.

For several years Mr. Ullah has been running projects in the slums, including providing schooling and health care for the children, vocational training for women so they can learn the skills they need to get jobs, and rescuing children who have been the victims of sexual trafficking, providing them a place to live, food and education.

Learning about Mr. Hubbard's technology when he attended a seminar presented by the Scientology Volunteer Goodwill Tour at the Calcutta Book Fair in January, Mr. Ullah thought Mr. Hubbard's methods could help him accomplish his mission.

He trained on the Disaster Response Course and several other Volunteer Ministers courses, provided by the Goodwill Tour. Inspired by what he learned he decided to implement this on a broad scale; he opened a school in the Calcutta slums, where he incorporated the techniques of study technology into the curriculum and plans to open dozens more.

"The difference Mr. Ullah's work is having on the lives of the children of Calcutta is incalculable," said Ms. Marion Whitta, Director of the India Volunteer Ministers Goodwill Tour. "In a country where trafficking in children is commonplace, Mr. Ullah's work is not a luxury — it is vital to the lives of the young people he is helping."

New Scientology Churches

There is a lot excitement about new Scientology churches. The church in Atlanta will be moving to a beautiful new home shortly. So will Seattle and Las Vegas in the US, and Melbourne, Torino, Stuttgart and Budapest, to name a few.

When the new churches in Johannesburg and Buffalo opened, David Miscavige went to the grand openings. The keynote speeches Mr. Miscavige gave at these events show that these churches stand for a great deal more than beautiful new buildings -- they represent a great expansion of our community services and our ability to accomplish the Aims of Scientology: "A civilization without insanity, without criminals and without war, where the able can prosper and honest beings can have rights, and where man is free to rise to greater heights."

IAS Yearly Event

Freedom Magazine has this interesting article about an event held a few years ago on the anniversary of the founding of the International Association of Scientologists.

Hosting this year‘s IAS Anniversary celebration was Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board of Religious Technology Center and a founding member of the IAS. In welcoming the more than 5,300 event attendees, and tens of thousands more who have since seen the event on video locally around the world, Mr.Miscavige said, “This one marks a cross roads in history.

“While I have previously said that people are searching for answers like never before, let there be no doubt, as we gather this evening, we are providing those answers like never in history.

“You have world conflict? We not only can, but we are picking up the pieces — and right at its epicentre.

“You have societal decline? We not only can, but we are reversing that trend — anywhere and everywhere.

“You have the “everyday man” who has been lost in a technological society? We not only can, but we are helping him find his way.

“And finally, you ask of world leaders, who lack the means to truly lead? Well, we not only can, but we are putting those answers right in their hands.”

And, with his introduction to three major new international centers — one in Brussels to house the Church‘s European human rights and public affairs activities; one in St. Louis (USA) to train teachers globally to overcome the barriers to learning; and one in greater Los Angeles for the revitalization of morals and human respect including in areas as volatile as the Holy Land — there was no question that this has been a landmark year for the Association.

Youth for Human Rights

The International Association of Scientologists supports Youth for Human Rights International in their work to bring about peace through human rights education.

The group has written and published booklets that make human rights understandable to young people. They also collaborated with the Church of Scientology International in producing public service announcements to bring the articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to life.

You can see three of these PSAs on the Youth for Human Rights International web site.

Anne Archer - Human Rights Advocate

Anne Archer, IAS Freedom Medal Winner, is an outspoken advocate for human rights.

In March she participated in the launch of the Human Rights Hero Awards, a program sponsored by Youth for Human Rights International the Human Rights Department of the Church of Scientology International - a program that acknowledged "ordinary individuals doing extraordinary things," as she put it.

She also announced her own human rights initiative, the creation of Artists for Human Rights International, a human rights group which works with artists to forward positive human rights measures and overcome the repression of artists and their work.

As an artist she is involved in programs of the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre, and has participated in numerous fundraising events to support worthwhile charities in the Hollywood area.

Isaac Hayes

VM posted this today:


According to E-Online:

"Isaac Hayes and wife Adjowa welcomed son Nana Kwadjo Hayes into the world Apr. 10, according to spokesman Rob Moore. The baby boy tipped the scales at eight pounds, five ounces.

"As Tom Cruise's Suri before him, the unusual tot name requires some translation. Per the Associated Press, Nana is the Ghanaian word for "king," while Kwadjo means "boy born on Monday." (Bypass the calendars: Apr. 10 did indeed fall on a Monday.)

"The Shaft singer likely gained inspiration for the moniker during one of his goodwill trips to the African country. In 1992, Hayes was crowned an honorary king of Ghana's Ada district thanks to his humanitarian deeds."

These humanitarian deeds included introducing the nation to the study technology developed by Scientology founder, L. Ron Hubbard.

Isaac Hayes is a Freedom Medal Winner, awarded by the International Association of Scientologists.

Here is a brief statement from Isaac from the What is Scientology? site.

!!!CONGRATULATIONS ISAAC, ADJOWA AND NANA KWADJO!!!

The Earth Organziation

According to their web site: "The Earth Organization is a grass roots international non-profit, conservation and environment organization, with new solutions, committed to the creative, responsible rehabilitation of Planet Earth and the plant and animal kingdoms."

Their lead article right now is about a brilliant new technology that restores the correct natural balance in flood-ravaged areas. It reads as follows:

The Earth Organization is dedicated to bringing effective solutions to the environmental global problems that face us today.

Right now, there is no more immediate and pressing need in the US than the environmental holocaust that has occurred as a result of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and the subsequent flooding. Any environmental solution must take into account commerce, industry, jobs, the long-term survival and health of people and wildlife, the rebuilding of communities and the economy.>>

Lawrence Anthony, Founder of the Earth Organization. He is well known for his work in salvaging the animals in the Bagdad zoo, for which he was honored with the Earth Trustee Award, and Earth Day Medal and for his wrok in protecting the African elephants. He is also featured in the book "What is Scientology?" as is a Freedom Medal Winner from the International Association of of Scientologists.

Investigative Journalism in the Public Interest

Since 1968, Freedom Magazine
has been on the tackling important social issues often neglected or avoided by mainstream media. With the motto Investigative Journalism in the Public Interest the publication has exposed the rotten spots in society to public scrutiny.

There is a web site and publication about Freedom Magazine sponsored by the International Association of Scientologists.

The booklet is part of the "Scientology Effective Solutions" series.

Here is an excerpt from the site:

"Our perception of the world is increasingly influenced by a media kaleidoscope of fragmented facts, alarming anecdotes, sound bites and talking heads—all packaged and presented along countless channels each day. It is a grossly distorted if colourful view.

"Adding to the dissonance are many within the media corps who, in actuality, manufacture a dangerous environment. The world they present is a threatening one, one they presume will compel the viewer to watch and worry—and tune in again. Thus, the very purpose of news reporting—to honestly inform and so empower the individual with the truth—seems all but lost in the daily overload of media messages."... more

IAS Lifetime Member, Actor, Producer, Director Terry Jastrow

Terry Jastrow, Lifetime member of the International Association of Scientologists, has been an actor, film producer and director for many years. He is the winner of 7 Emmy awards. He was the producer/director of 6 Olympic Games.

He was a producer/director for ABC Sport for 22 years, etc.

He is married to the actress Anne Archer.

Besides Terry's busy schedule he is also a wildlife/conservation supporter and a member of The Earth Organization, founded by Scientologist, Anthony Lawrence.

The Earth Organization is a non-profit, non-partisan, issue oriented organization. Their members come from all walks of life, from all cultures, races and religious backgrounds, all motivated by a common cause; to reverse the dwindling spiral of life on Earth, and create a healthy habitable Planet on which all life flourishes and prospers, and of which they can be proud.

Terry gave the following reasons for joining this organization on their website:

"What The Earth Organization addresses is the most important issue of our time. Our one and only home, Earth, has serious problems that affect us all. Species are going extinct all over the world breaking vital links in the chain of life. Wildlife is disappearing off the face of the Earth at an alarming rate. Can we break this downward spiral? Of course we can, but we have to acknowledge the problem, be honest about it, and collectively decide to do something about it. Rise up and play a bigger part. Mankind is very capable of doing it...we just have to decide to do it. Trying to take at least my share of responsibility I'm happy to be a member of and supportive of The Earth Organization."

Scientology Volunteer Ministers Goodwill Tour in Africa

The African Volunteer Ministers Goodwill Tour, sponsored by the IAS, has been touring in Botswana. They work with community leaders to bring L. Ron Hubbard's practical solutions to villages, towns and cities throughout the country.

Here is a picture of one of the Volunteer Ministers showing a community leader the technology of study .



For more data and pictures on the Volunteer Ministers or if you are interested to train as a volunteer minister yourself, go to the Scientology Volunteer Minister's website.
For data and pictures on the barriers to study go the the study technology website.

Quote for the day

I came accross this quote this morning written by L. Ron Hubbard, founder of the Church of Scientology.

This might give some food for thought:

"Insecurity exists in the absence of knowledge. All security derives from knowledge."

This quote came from a the book The Problems of Work written by L. Ron Hubbard.

Another excellent book that goes into the details on being a successful executive is How to Live though an Executive.

In this, his first book on the subject, L. Ron Hubbard detailed the true role of an executive and then provided tools and systems to actually perform this role despite everything else. Here also are essentials of why organizations act insanely and why evaluation is of prime importance. He also laid out the definitive organizational communication system, which can be applied to any organization, reducing overload and truly allowing one to live though an executive.

To purchase this book, click here. You also might want to check out the World Institute of Scientology (WISE) website for further technology on how to expand a business, how to predict human behavior and basic administration actions that can help increase effectiveness and production.

IAS (International Association of Scientologists) members use this technology not only to make their own businesses thrive, but to provide effective administrative solutions in areas of social need such as third-world countries and inner cities in the West.

Single men and determined groups

I came across this quote by L. Ron Hubbard, founder of the Scientology religion.

"You cannot live sanely in a world in which nations behave like criminals to their peoples and toward each other; in a world where pressure groups stamp out all rights in order to advance their own."

He also wrote:

"Single men and determined groups have been the only makers of space in which man could walk free."

Members of the International Association of Scientologists have taken this to heart and this might explain why they are so dedicated and determined to help society.

4 Million people helped since September 11th

Since September 11th 2001, over 60 000 people have trained as Scientology Volunteer Ministers and helped more than 4 million people.

As described on the Volunteer Ministers web site:

"The Scientology religion is unique in that it offers a practical and very effective technology for addressing and resolving society’s problems.

"Volunteer Ministers are specially trained in Scientology techniques capable of resolving the full range of personal problems, from spiritual assists to overcome emotional or physical trauma, to spiritual counseling techniques to resolve drug, learning, ethical and social difficulties. They also have the interpersonal and basic administrative know-how to enable people to communicate better and even work together more efficiently and productively."

The International Association of Scientologists sponsors VM programs called Scientology Volunteer Ministers Goodwill Tours.

Queen Mother welcomes the Volunteer Ministers

The Scientology Volunteer Ministers opened their Volunteer Minister Cavalcade in Harlem recently. This is part of the Scientology Volunteer Ministers Continental Cavalcade sponsored by the IAS. I found this great picture of them and some more data on their website. "With the blessing of Queen Mother Parousia Jordan, one of the elders of Harlem, and Brother Donny Muhammad, a local community activist, the Scientology Volunteer Ministers Continental Cavalcade was welcomed to the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Plaza on 125th Street."

To celebrate its arrival, Reverend Cindy Rhodes sang a song she created for the occasion, titled “Something CAN Be Done About It,” based on the Volunteer Ministers motto.

In his speech, Brother Muhammad urged cooperation by all sectors of society to handle the problems of the community, and emphasized the importance of L. Ron Hubbard’s technology, which the Cavalcade is making broadly available, in accomplishing meaningful social change.

For further information about what the Scientology Volunteer Ministers are doing in Harlem, visit this website. To get information on the Church of Scientology in Harlem, click here.

For anyone wishing to learn more about Scientology, there is an excellent speech by Mr. David Miscavige that has been made into a DVD called This Is Scientology. Excerpts from this speech by Mr. Miscavige are online on the RTC web site as well.

Scientologists featered in ABC.com picture story

ABC.com has a picture story today on famous Scientologists. Some of those featured are IAS Freedom Medal winners, like Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Isaac Hayes.

Overall, the story is pretty good.

Here's what they say about Tom Cruise:

In the last few years, Tom Cruise has been the Church of Scientology's most-famous member and advocate. Born a Catholic, he announced in 1990 that he was embracing Scientology, and that church teaching helped cure him of dyslexia, which had plagued him all his life. His fiancee, Katie Holmes, is said to have embraced Scientology.

More information about Scientologists who are artists can be found at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre web site.

The Yellow hut and the IAS

What does this yellow have to do with the International Association of Scientologists?

The IAS is sponsoring the Volunteer Ministers' African Goodwill Tour.

Now, instead of going to bars, local residents are going to Scientology Volunteer Ministers' hut that was constructed in true Botswana style by the citizens of the village of Pandamatenga.

Here they get lectures from the volunteer ministers on any area in their life that where they need help.

In a recent newspaper article it was commented that the effects have begun to be felt in the kind of activities Pandamatengans prefer now. For example, one of the bars has closed down and been replaced with a vegetable produce shop.

For more information on what is happening with the Volunteer Ministers in Africa, click here.