KNEWSWIRE // PRESS RELEASE // On Europe Day, volunteers in Paris distributed 1,500 educational items on human rights, capturing attention in the city.
PARIS, France — 9 May 2026 — A mobile human rights exhibit in central Paris on 9 May engaged the public in learning about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and its history.
Set in a prominent tent, the exhibit attracted passers-by. About 15 volunteers participated, distributing 700 flyers and 800 educational booklets on human rights.
Coinciding with Europe Day, celebrated for peace and civic values, the exhibit offered conversations, printed materials, and displays on human rights.
The exhibit presented human rights as a practical topic linked to daily life, dignity, and civic responsibility. Visitors could see panels, receive booklets, and talk with volunteers about fundamental rights.
Supported by the Church of Scientology, inspired by founder L. Ron Hubbard’s focus on human dignity, the initiative is part of broader human rights education efforts. Scientology volunteers participate in public information activities in Europe focused on human rights, drug prevention, literacy, and community support.
The event also aligned with Scientology Europe’s EU Values campaign, promoting European values like dignity, freedom, and human rights. The Paris exhibit linked human rights with Europe’s civic framework.
Ivan Arjona, the Church of Scientology’s representative, stated, “Human rights become meaningful when understood by ordinary people, not just institutions. This Paris exhibit reflects Europe’s values: dignity, freedom of conscience, and responsibility in public life.”
Volunteers noted the tent’s visibility brought a steady flow of people. Some took flyers; others entered to ask questions or receive booklets. The format reached local residents and international visitors.
Booklets covered human rights history, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the UN in 1948. Using simple language and visuals, the exhibit aimed to make the subject accessible.
For volunteers, it was a civic participation expression. Human rights education relies on public contact, especially in diverse urban spaces like Paris, a city linked with rights and citizenship history.
The Church of Scientology supports educational campaigns globally. Initiatives include human rights awareness, drug prevention, and moral education based on common-sense principles, focusing on education and individual responsibility.
The Paris exhibit emphasized visibility, educational materials, and one-on-one engagement. Volunteers provided information, allowing people to learn at their pace.
The Church of Scientology is present across Europe with over 140 churches and missions, supporting community initiatives inspired by L. Ron Hubbard.
In Europe’s religious frameworks, the Church is recognized, with authorities in several countries and the European Court of Human Rights acknowledging Scientology communities under freedom of religion provisions.
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