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Church of Scientology Honors World Day of Peace With Interfaith Gathering

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- As part of its purpose to bring the community together in the name of a better life for all, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles marked International Day of Peace with an open house and forum. In coordination with the L.A. chapter of Youth for Human Rights International, they invited members of many faith traditions for an evening of interfaith dialogue. The event highlighted the cultural and religious diversity and inclusiveness of Southern California and the importance of religions everywhere to work for peace in the world.

Representatives and clergy from the Ahmadiyya Muslim and Sikh communities, Zoroastrianism, the Falun Gong movement, and the Church of Scientology shared the basic principles of their religions with the audience and one another.

The goal was for those attending to gain greater understanding, respect and appreciation for the faiths represented. Despite many hailing from different nations and cultures, the program was a striking demonstration of how much we all hold in common no matter our differences. Feedback showed the presentations helped foster a better appreciation of religion as a whole.

"Los Angeles is known for its diversity. We have so much we can learn from one another, and we hold so much in common," said Susanna Johansson, Public Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology Western United States. "By increasing our understanding of other faiths, we wish to strengthen freedom of thought, conscience and religion, as expressed in Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights."

In 1948, those crafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) recognized and stated in the preamble that "the inherent dignity and... the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world." They called on all member states to have the UDHR "disseminated, displayed, read and expounded principally in schools and other educational institutions, without distinction based on the political status of countries or territories."

Yet, by the turn of the 21st century, a survey found only 4 percent of American youth were even aware of the existence of the UDHR much less the rights it encompassed.

In 2001, educator Mary Shuttleworth founded Youth for Human Rights International to educate youth on the UDHR and inspire them to become advocates for tolerance and peace.

In Los Angeles alone, Youth for Human Rights and its sister organization United for Human Rights have empowered hundreds of thousands of youth with an understanding of the UDHR with booklets and videos that bring these rights to life.

Thanks to the support of the Church of Scientology and Scientologists, Youth for Human Rights provides this secular program and its materials free of charge to anyone wishing to use them to educate others on this vital subject.

Inspired by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard who stressed that "human rights must be made a fact, not an idealistic dream," Scientology Churches, Missions and groups worldwide promote human rights awareness through education about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The Church of Scientology Los Angeles was dedicated by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in 2010 and is featured in an episode of Inside Scientology on the Scientology Network, available on DIRECTV channel 320 and streaming at Scientology.tv, through mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

LEARN MORE:

https://www.scientology-losangeles.org

https://www.youthforhumanrights.org

https://www.scientology.tv/series/scientology-principles/the-creed-of-the-church-of-scientology.html

https://www.scientology.tv/series/voices-for-humanity/mary-shuttleworth.html

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https://www.scientology.tv/series/inside-scientology/inside-a-church.html

https://www.scientology.tv/series/voices-for-humanity/mary-shuttleworth.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0xMnowNCYo&t=305s

As part of its purpose to bring the community together in the name of a better life for all, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles marked International Day of Peace with an open house and forum. In coordination with the L.A. chapter of Youth for Human Rights International, they invited members of many faith traditions for an evening of interfaith dialogue.

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/

Scientology Network Marathon Promotes Peace Through the Power of Human Rights

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Scientology Network commemorates International Day of Peace on September 21 with a marathon television event showcasing the power of human rights education to create a more peaceful world.

With 32 countries currently in conflict, drug wars and ethnic violence raging around the world and human trafficking rising globally, the necessity to promote human rights has never been more vital.

Established in 1981 by the United Nations, International Day of Peace is celebrated every September 21 and calls for a 24-hour period of nonviolence to reimagine ways to create a more peaceful world.

The marathon will shine a light on people working around the world to bring about lasting peace through raising human rights awareness.

The day's programming includes:

* Voices for Humanity, the only ongoing television series dedicated to those working to bring human rights to their countries and handle other major social ills

* The Story of Human Rights film, an informative presentation of the history of human rights, from its origins to the present day

* Documentary Showcase: Humanité, featuring a legendary jazz artist bringing together a diverse cast of talented musicians to reflect on Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of a beloved community, and

* Meet a Scientologist: Cristal Logothetis, the incredible story of how one woman's act of kindness blossomed into a movement of thousands to help save children in war-torn countries

See the full schedule at Scientology.tv/schedule.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, it has been viewed in over 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about the Scientology religion and Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities. Scientology Network's innovative content has been recognized with more than 125 industry awards, including Tellys, Communitas and Hermes Creative Awards.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

LEARN MORE:

https://www.scientology.tv/schedule/

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https://voicesforhumanity.tv

https://Scientology.tv/HumanRights

https://www.scientology.tv/series/documentary-showcase/humanite/videos/trailer.html

https://Scientology.tv/clogothetis

Coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Scientology Network commemorates International Day of Peace on September 21 with a marathon television event showcasing the power of human rights education to create a more peaceful world.

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/

Scientology Network Shares Solutions on International Day of Peace

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On International Day of Peace, September 21, a full day of programming on the Scientology Network showcases solutions to create a more peaceful world.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights calls on those who cherish freedom to "strive by teaching and education to promote respect for these rights and freedoms." These are ideals at the heart of the humanitarian campaigns supported by Scientologists, the Church of Scientology International, and Scientology Churches worldwide and showcased in the Scientology Network International Peace Day Marathon.

Join the Scientology Network beginning 8 a.m. today for:

* "Voices for Humanity," a television series spotlighting the work of humanitarians at the grassroots level to foster human rights and reverse pressing social ills in their cities and nations

* PSAs to raise awareness of human rights

* "The Way to Happiness" book-on-film, written by author, humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard. Learn how this internationally acclaimed common-sense guide to better living brokered peace among warring gangs in South Central L.A. and was a major force in fostering peace and reconciliation in Colombia.

The full schedule is available at http://scientology.tv/schedule.

Scientology Network debuted March 12, 2018. Since launching with a welcome by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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*Caption: On International Day of Peace, September 21, a full day of programming on the Scientology Network promotes the peacebuilding work of humanitarians.

On International Day of Peace, September 21, a full day of programming on the Scientology Network showcases solutions to create a more peaceful world. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights calls on those who cherish freedom to "strive by teaching and education to promote respect for these rights and freedoms."

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/