KINGNEWSWIRE / Press release / In a record-breaking edition of the Stralugano Marathon, volunteers from the Dico No alla Droga association, inspired by the humanitarian teachings of L. Ron Hubbard and supported by the Church of Scientology, joined thousands of runners to promote healthy living and drug-free values. Their participation in the Run 4 Charity section transformed sport into a message of prevention and social responsibility, highlighting how community action and education can help build a safer and more resilient Europe.
Say No to Drugs, Yes to Running: Scientologists Join Record-Breaking Stralugano to Promote a Healthy, Drug-Free Lifestyle
Lugano, Switzerland. THE Stralugano This year’s event, one of Switzerland’s most popular sporting events, reached a record number of participants, bringing together thousands of runners from across the region under the banner of community spirit and personal success. Among the participants was the humanitarian association Dictionary No alla Drugwho took part in the section Run 4 Charity in order to reaffirm a message that resonates deeply in today’s society: sport and positive values are powerful alternatives to drug consumption.
The group, made up of volunteers, friends and supporters, joined the event to show that prevention and awareness can also be achieved through action, unity and enthusiasm. “We invited our members, friends and supporters to run with us, a symbolic but meaningful gesture to highlight our message,” said Dico No alla Droga representatives. “We believe that sport offers a real and constructive alternative to the intoxication provided by drugs, by promoting health, energy and solidarity. »
Among the runners was Simone Leoan internationally renowned ultra-marathon runner known for combining endurance and determination. “Running gives people a natural, lasting feeling of accomplishment,” he said. “When you push your limits and cross the finish line, the reward is real. This is something that no drug can ever replace. »
A global humanitarian movement
Dico No alla Droga (Say no to drugs) is part of the Foundation for a Drug-Free Worldan international non-profit organization supported by members of theChurch of Scientology. Based on the humanitarian principles set out by L. Ron Hubbardthe Church’s social campaigns are rooted in the belief that education, not repression, is the most effective form of prevention.
Mr. Hubbard wrote that “the most destructive element present in our culture today is drugs,” emphasizing that it is only through accurate information that people can make informed and positive choices. Following this principle, the campaign provides free educational materials, brochures and audiovisual resources to schools, youth groups and public institutions. Volunteers organize information stands, conferences and events like this, inspiring people to choose life, health and responsibility.
Across Europe, thousands of volunteers have joined this movement in more than 100 European groups, often combining their personal passions — from athletics to the arts — with public awareness initiatives. In doing so, they illustrate a key idea behind the campaign: personal discipline and self-respect, encouraged through activities such as sport, are natural shields against addiction and despair.
The participation of Dico No alla Droga in the Stralugano is more than a gesture of solidarity; it reflects a proactive model of prevention that engages rather than isolates. By bringing together families, athletes and citizens around a common cause, such initiatives strengthen community ties while giving visibility to a message of hope and empowerment.
The group’s local coordinator explained: “Our goal is not to moralize, but to inform. We want young people to understand the real effects of drugs and to know that they have a choice, a choice that leads to a better and freer life. »
Events like the Stralugano offer a visible and positive framework for this message to take root, where the spirit of competition mixes with compassion and civic responsibility.
A message that resonates with European values
Ivan Arjona-Pelado, representative of the Church of Scientology to the European Union, the OSCE, the Council of Europe and the United Nations, welcomed this initiative, stating:
“What we see in Lugano is not just a local campaign, but a reflection of a broader European principle: human dignity is enhanced when people are empowered through knowledge and determination. Church of Scientology volunteers show that prevention, education and community engagement can transform lives in powerful ways. This is the essence of social responsibility in action. »
Created under the inspiration of L. Ron Hubbard and supported by the ecclesiastical leader of Scientology, Mr. David Miscavigewith a visionary drive to raise standards to a cutting-edge level of excellence, the “Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life” campaign has reached hundreds of millions of people across more than 180 countries. Through its educational brochures, translated into dozens of languages, and the widely distributed “The Truth About Drugs” series, the campaign provides young people with factual information about the short- and long-term effects of the most commonly abused substances. The program has received support from educators, law enforcement professionals and community leaders for its effective, non-confrontational approach to prevention.
L’Church of Scientologyfounded by L. Ron Hubbardis dedicated to the betterment of humanity through education, ethics and humanitarian action. Across the European continent, Churches of Scientology, missions and affiliated groups conduct a wide range of community programs covering human rights education, substance abuse prevention, moral literacy and disaster relief. His recognition as charitable and authentic religion continues to grow throughout Europenational courts and public institutions recognizing the social contribution and commitment of the Church to civic values.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
