International Association of Scientologists (IAS) Anniversary 2017 Photo Gallery

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7,500 Scientologists and guests of the International Association of Scientologists from some 65 nations turned up to embark on a weekend of exhilarating events celebrating a year that marks the 33rd anniversary of the International Association of Scientologists. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The assemblage of Scientologists from 65 nations gathered on Friday evening, October 6th, for a celebration that acknowledged 12 months of humanitarian help in the name of the International Association of Scientologists. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The majestic weekend of events spanned three days and nights in honor of the IAS legacy in alignment with the original purpose: “To unite, advance, support and protect the Scientology religion and Scientologists in all parts of the world so as to achieve the Aims of Scientology as originated by L. Ron Hubbard.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“Yes, you’ve arrived at this Kingdom of the IAS,” said David Miscavige, the ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion. “A kingdom where all similarities to the physical universe are purely coincidental. Indeed, this is where IAS members from all over this Earth, come in and take a seat: From North America, South America, Africa, Asia, Oceania, a hundred cities of Europe and from all over this United Kingdom. Because and all told, we now celebrate 147 lands with an IAS presence no one will ever forget.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige, the ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion and Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center, welcomed the international audience for the first of three nights in a weekend of festivities. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The past year has seen a worldwide humanitarian whirlwind of unadulterated help in the name of IAS-sponsored initiatives from—battling drug abuse and human rights violations, including the field of mental health, as well as instilling morality and bringing aid in times of disaster, both acute and everyday. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The stars of the bright and dynamic evening were three Freedom Medal Winners, who each epitomize relentless progress toward the goals of Scientologists everywhere for a peaceful, productive and crime-free world, where social justice prevails. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Brian Daniels of the UK was presented the first IAS Freedom Medal of 2017. He stepped out under CCHR’s banner to tackle psychiatric abuses within the country’s mental hospitals, exposing misconduct by psychiatrists in the field and forcing reforms: “There comes a time when you question what’s commonly accepted as truth. When you know you’re being fed lies, you must do something about it. And the message CCHR brings to the world is simple, psychiatry is destructive and your time is up.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Brian Daniels of the UK was presented the first IAS Freedom Medal of 2017. He stepped out under CCHR’s banner to tackle psychiatric abuses within the country’s mental hospitals, exposing misconduct by psychiatrists in the field and forcing reforms: “There comes a time when you question what’s commonly accepted as truth. When you know you’re being fed lies, you must do something about it. And the message CCHR brings to the world is simple, psychiatry is destructive and your time is up.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Minister Tony Mohammad, peacemaker and activist for human rights, created a Way to Happiness movement in the inner cities of Los Angeles, the gang capital of the world, with 50 peace rides across 33 notorious neighborhoods resulting in an unprecedented 40 percent drop in crime: “I will continue to spread peace to every urban city in America, with the support of the IAS and all of you. You will be proud of us and we of you. So, together, let us rid our planet of insanity and all wars.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Minister Tony Mohammad, peacemaker and activist for human rights, created a Way to Happiness movement in the inner cities of Los Angeles, the gang capital of the world, with 50 peace rides across 33 notorious neighborhoods resulting in an unprecedented 40 percent drop in crime: “I will continue to spread peace to every urban city in America, with the support of the IAS and all of you. You will be proud of us and we of you. So, together, let us rid our planet of insanity and all wars.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Binod Sharma, a native of Nepal, was the night’s final IAS Freedom Medal recipient. In the wake of his country’s 2015 monster earthquake, Binod led his teams across 101 otherwise forgotten villages and districts hit by disaster, ultimately delivering help to 4 million Nepalese: “To me, the Freedom Medal Award is the greatest achievement in my life. This has given me a big responsibility to do even more for my country.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Binod Sharma, a native of Nepal, was the night’s final IAS Freedom Medal recipient. In the wake of his country’s 2015 monster earthquake, Binod led his teams across 101 otherwise forgotten villages and districts hit by disaster, ultimately delivering help to 4 million Nepalese: “To me, the Freedom Medal Award is the greatest achievement in my life. This has given me a big responsibility to do even more for my country.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The celebration spotlighted the spectacular growth of the Scientology religion and its humanitarian initiative made possible by the IAS. In essence, the evening was a testament to the impact one community can have on humanity in just 12 months. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Over the course of two and a half hours, Mr. Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center, unveiled the accelerating pace of the Church’s expansion and its humanitarian mission reflected in the evening’s diverse stories and presentations. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Attendees for the weekend gala comprised IAS members from six continents, all united with a purpose—to celebrate their humanity and that of all mankind. Following the event, one attendee declared: “I feel updated, inspired and part of a united team having a huge impact on this world.” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“There was just so much to be inspired by and proud of. We are changing the world with our passion and belief and we are doing it in style!” said one Scientologist attending Friday night’s event. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Another Scientologist encapsulated the evening’s spirit when they said: “This event is all about expansion, on all projects and across every avenue. You feel part of a very special group, capable of the impossible!” © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Friday night’s celebration transformed Saturday evening as the Grand Marquee hosted the annual IAS Patrons Ball. The spectacular black-tie dinner and entertainment gala is held in recognition of those IAS members supporting the humanitarian work and initiatives feted over the course of the weekend. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The accent on the weekend of festivities was the traditional Saint Hill Charity Concert attended by 1,500 local residents. The crowd was entertained by an array of performers that featured Grammy Award-winning jazz legend Stanley Clarke. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The evening of music and dance saw five local charities awarded donations to expand their activities serving the local community and all of it in keeping with the tradition started by L. Ron Hubbard during the years he called Saint Hill home. © 2025 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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