VMs of the Scientology Church Led 40 Civic Actions Throughout the Czechia in the month of October
From Prague to Brno, community helpers turn moral principles and empathy into real-world social impact.
Czech Republic — October 31, 2025 — During the month, the VMs of the Scientology Church came together in cities throughout the Czechia to clean up parks and streets, assist community organizations, and bring a stronger civic spirit in four key cities — Prague; Brno; Plzeň; and Pelhřimov.
In just one month, they completed over 40 events, harnessing hundreds of volunteer hours in eco-friendly and charitable efforts inspired by The Way to Happiness, the universal ethical guide authored by Hubbard.
Impact Through Unity
Each week, 15 to 20 helpers worked together in more than ten civic actions, contributing 117 hours of service — in addition to an extra 100 hours for a citywide cleanup in the city of Brno.
That single initiative collected 150 sacks of waste, transforming abandoned spaces into functional green space. In Pilsen, teams tackled an derelict woodland area left in unsanitary conditions after temporary encampments, clearing away dangerous waste with thoughtfulness.
“This isn’t glamorous work,” one volunteer noted. “If not us, then who? Every restoration is about reclaiming pride — to our surroundings, our fellow citizens, and our own sense of purpose.”
Interfaith Solidarity
The period also included meaningful ecumenical partnership. The team collected and delivered garments for those in need to a Catholic charity, showcasing a spirit of solidarity that goes beyond belief systems.
Mr. Arjona, the Church of Scientology’s representative to the European Union, OSCE, Council of Europe and United Nations, highlighted the deeper significance of such volunteerism:
“Support knows no borders. Whether working alongside a church, a municipal department, or a neighbor in need, our volunteers embody the principle that a better society starts with better people — those who choose to care and to act.”
A Legacy of Helping
Founded by Hubbard in the seventies, the VM initiative prepares individuals with real-world tools to offer help and stability in times of need. Known globally for emergency response and community programs, these yellow-shirted volunteers are active today in over 120 countries.
In the Czechia, their focus on community service continues to grow, blending effective organization with ethical principles. Their long-standing motto — “Something can be done about it” — speaks to citizens seeking constructive ways to contribute to civic life.
Living Values Every Day
Many Czech volunteers also hand out the The Way to Happiness during their outreach. Intended as a secular moral guide, it contains 21 principles supporting personal integrity, honesty, and environmental responsibility — values reflected by the team’s regular projects.
These modest yet steady actions demonstrate how ethical education and community involvement reinforce each other. “As individuals step up, the world improves,” Arjona remarked.
Community Recognition and Ongoing Impact
Municipal representatives in multiple Czech cities have commended the Volunteer Ministers’ consistent efforts. Their on-the-ground work — from tidying walkways to caring for green spaces — has motivated locals to join or start their own local efforts.
One participant captured the month succinctly: “No one else was stepping up — so news eu parlament we did.”
About the Volunteer Ministers
The VM initiative of the Scientology Church is a global movement offering help in daily life and crises. Founded by Hubbard, it trains people in basic skills of communication, planning, and assisting others in distress, enabling them to support their communities.
Whether it’s large-scale disaster relief to local cleanups, Volunteer Ministers live by the belief that help is always possible.
About the Church of Scientology
The Scientology Church is a modern faith founded by L. Ron Hubbard in 1952. It holds that every individual is a thetan, inherently capable and capable of greater understanding and freedom through study and self-improvement.
Scientology churches and missions are active across Europe, where recognition as a bona fide religion grows steadily. Through awareness campaigns, outreach, and social initiatives — such as programs focused on drug awareness, human rights, reading skills, and ethics — members of the Church work alongside people and organizations across beliefs to promote dignity and peace.
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