Brussels: 16-Year Milestone as Scientology Notes Belgium Social Initiatives

BRUSSELS, Belgium — Marking 16 years since its 2010 opening on Boulevard de Waterloo, the Brussels Church of Scientology is being noted anew as a local landmark in the capital of Europe. As the Brussels headquarters turns 16, representatives underline a broader timeline: Belgium’s Scientology community marks 51 years of presence in the country.

The Brussels milestone is also framed within the city’s tradition of pluralism and public debate. In a place where European decisions are shaped and discussed, the Church says its doors remain open for community engagement, including interfaith interaction and civic dialogue. The story is also linked to a long legal process that ended with charges Brussels being dismissed in court, a moment supporters describe as reinforcing the principle that religious minorities deserve equal treatment and due process.

Beyond the anniversary, Scientologists in Belgium highlight ongoing social betterment work, especially drug-prevention education and human-rights education. These efforts are presented as secular resources for families, educators and local partners, including materials on substance risks and workshops that reference the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Ivan Arjona, Scientology’s representative to the European Union, OSCE, Council of Europe and United Nations, said: “Social cohesion grows when communities invest in practical education—on rights, responsibilities and prevention—without stigma or discrimination. A building’s anniversary is meaningful when it reflects daily civic contribution—dialogue, service and respect for human dignity.” More details are available here: Brussels anniversary: Scientology notes 51 years in Belgium and social betterment efforts.