Scientology and Muslim Volunteers Join Forces for Cleaner Streets in Padua

Scientology and Muslim Volunteers Join Forces for Cleaner Streets in Padua

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PADUA, Italy — Volunteers from different religious and cultural backgrounds joined forces in Padua for a neighbourhood cleanup on 4 October 2026.

Scientology Volunteer Ministers worked alongside members of local Muslim, Bangladeshi and Pakistani communities to remove approximately 50 kilograms of waste from the Borgomagno neighbourhood.

Participants worked in an area frequently used by residents and pedestrians, removing waste and improving its surroundings.

The latest cleanup followed other examples of cooperation between Scientology and Muslim volunteers in Padua.

The October initiative followed earlier environmental projects in September involving volunteers from different communities.

Such practical initiatives demonstrate that shared civic responsibilities can bring communities together without requiring them to share the same religious convictions.

The Volunteer Ministers programme originated with Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard and has developed into an international initiative supporting practical help and community improvement.

For Ivan Arjona, the Church of Scientology's representative to European and international institutions, the initiative reflects the importance of civic responsibility and mutual respect.

"Respect for different beliefs becomes especially meaningful when it is accompanied by cooperation," Arjona said.

The Padua initiative reflects the broader value of cooperation among citizens regardless of religion or cultural origin.

The Church of Scientology maintains churches, missions and groups throughout Europe, with members participating in initiatives involving education, drug prevention, human rights and community betterment. eu news live

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