International Association of Scientologists (IAS) Anniversary 2016 Photo Gallery

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Members and guests of the International Association of Scientologists (IAS) from 65 nations descended upon the historic Saint Hill, the home of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, for an exhilarating weekend that marks the anniversary of a legacy—one born 32 years ago on the grounds of Saint Hill, where the IAS was first formed. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Scientologists and guests from 65 nations gathered on Friday evening, October 7, for a celebration heralding 12 months of worldwide impact in the name of the International Association of Scientologists. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The grand weekend spanned three days and nights in honor of the IAS legacy, forged in the desire to take a stand for social justice, human rights and a world without war or crime, and tempered in a commitment to guarantee that mankind can attain the total freedom he is striving for. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“Welcome to the glory of the IAS,” said David Miscavige, the ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion. “While for that matter, welcome to a glory surpassing any glory since we first pledged ourselves to mankind, and so, to hold these beliefs as self-evident—that whoever infringes on the rights of one, infringes on the rights of all; that those at the back of humanity’s line keep everyone waiting at freedom’s door; and, a failure to salute the lowest human being is a failure to salute humankind. But, in the same breath, we also pledged to recognize the magic in every living thing and thus, the majesty of the IAS. While beyond even that, let it be said you don’t make that kind of pledge unless you can live up to it, which, of course, we can. And, of which, you will be totally certain before this night is done.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. Miscavige presided over the weekend’s centerpiece event at the 32nd Annual International Association of Scientologists celebration, on Friday eve, October 7. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Friday night’s event traversed the panoply of humanitarian accomplishment over the past year, and focused on renowned IAS-sponsored initiatives. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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During the evening’s celebration, a tour de force presentation of each IAS-sponsored humanitarian program revealed their impact on individual lives—wherever they go, which is everywhere. Further punctuating the night were three stellar examples of Scientologists displaying outstanding humanitarian commitment. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Australian Shelley Wilkins was presented the first IAS Freedom Medal of 2016. As National Director of CCHR, she exposed misappropriations and conflict of interest in the field of mental health and tenaciously pursued and achieved governmental reform to safeguard the future of Australian youth: “With the honor of receiving this award, I feel a massive sense of responsibility to do even more. And so, I will continue to stop psychiatry acting above the law.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Ben and Meghan Fialkoff of New York City were next to receive the IAS Freedom Medal. They spawned a Truth About Drugs education network spanning the city and generated the first drug usage drop among teens in more than a decade: “It’s amazing how much this program has provided hope and enthused people to help their communities. At first, we thought maybe the task was too daunting, but we realized if we didn’t do it, who would? So, we did it.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Sandra and Felipe Poveda of Colombia were the night’s final IAS Freedom Medal recipients. Their mission to counter endemic rights abuse resulted in more than 300,000 servicemen embracing human rights and creating a legacy that helped transform a nation: “For us, what is important are the big smiles of the people who are opening their eyes to a new level of awareness. Colombia is rising up and for that, we are so happy.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Expansion and accomplishment were in the spotlight during a weekend of festivities and fanfare that heralded 12 months of worldwide impact in the name of the International Association of Scientologists. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Over the course of three hours, Mr. Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center, detailed 12 months of achievement and humanitarian action. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige, presided over the three-hour event before an audience from 65 nations. Under his leadership, the Church has experienced a year of unparalleled expansion. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Those attending the festivities comprise members of the IAS hailing from across six continents, all united in a belief that the empowerment of communities, cities and entire populations is possible. Following the event, one attendee declared: “It was marvelous, in fact it is overwhelming to say which point was the most impactful, the whole sequence of events was amazing! It newly reminds you of what we are doing and where we are headed.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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One Scientologist attending Friday night’s event proclaimed: “From the start, this event was exhilarating! Everything we are doing on these humanitarian campaigns is on a whole new level. It’s the work of a lot of individuals but together we are helping change the world!” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Attendees from across the globe descended upon Saint Hill to celebrate the 32nd IAS Anniversary with family, friends and new acquaintances: “The event was wonderful across the boards. I am so immensely proud of being part of the IAS and especially this year!” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Overnight the Grand Marquee was transformed to host the IAS Patrons Ball. The dazzling black-tie evening is held in recognition of the newest Patrons and their commitment to supporting the humanitarian activities and organizations that are the hallmark of the International Association of Scientologists. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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On the third and final night, the Saint Hill Charity Concert capped the weekend’s festivities. Some 1,500 local residents attended the annual event which continued a tradition begun by L. Ron Hubbard himself in support of community organizations in East Grinstead. Four local charities were honored throughout the evening of music and dance and awarded vital funding to assist in their community work over the year ahead. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY NATIONAL AFFAIRS OFFICE FOR IRELAND: The future Church of Scientology National Affairs Office for Ireland was unveiled at the IAS anniversary celebration. The historic facility is located within the iconic Merrion Square in Dublin and will be committed to the unqualified delivery of Scientology-supported social programs on the Emerald Isle. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY AND COMMUNITY CENTER HARLEM: The July grand opening of the Harlem Church of Scientology and Community Center, located on Harlem’s legendary 125th Street, was fêted during Friday evening’s stirring event. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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IDEAL ADVANCED ORGANIZATION FOR ASIA PACIFIC: The Church’s year-long expansion efforts were crowned by the grand opening in September of an all-new spiritual headquarters for the Asia Pacific region in Sydney, Australia. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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IDEAL ADVANCED ORGANIZATION FOR ASIA PACIFIC: Just ten minutes from Sydney’s city center, yet a world away amid 900 acres of arboreal forest in the Lane Cove National Park, stands the stunning new advanced spiritual home of the Church of Scientology. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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