The Church of Scientology in Sweden celebrates 25 years of official recognition as a religion, a milestone achieved through significant legal advancements and social engagements. Initial recognition came in 1999 with tax exemption status, which led to its full religious recognition in 2000, allowing the Church to perform ceremonies and promote comm
The IRF Summit 2025 in Washington, D.C., gathered over 100 organizations and leaders from 30+ faith traditions to address global religious freedom challenges. Co-chaired by Sam Brownback and Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett, the event featured key IRF Summit 2025, Church of Scientology, religious freedom, human rights, global advocacy, faith-based initiati
On January 23, 2025, the Church of Scientology celebrated its 50th anniversary in Belgium and 15 years of its headquarters on Boulevard de Waterloo in Brussels, highlighting its journey, community collaborations, and role in social initiatives. The event included reflections on past challenges, notably an 18-year legal battle that concluded trium