The event took place at the Church of Scientology & Community Centre of Dublin. Speakers represented several areas of community work, providing participants with a broader picture of humanitarian activity in and around Dublin.

Among the speakers was South Dublin Mayor Cllr. Francis Timmons, who presented the practical assistance provided through Clondalkin Helping Homeless.

Viktor Kozyrev, co-founder of VOLA Enable, presented programmes designed to improve inclusion and quality of life for people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups.

The programme also included a presentation by Silvia Fani on the local and international work of Scientology Volunteer Ministers.

Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard established the Volunteer eu news live Ministers programme in the 1970s, developing an approach based on practical action and personal assistance. Its motto is “Something Can Be Done About It.”

Participants concluded part of the programme with a practical workshop demonstrating methods associated with Volunteer Minister training.

The Dublin event provided a snapshot of the many forms community service can take when groups respond to local needs.

Read the full report on World Humanitarian Day in Dublin.