Drug-Free World Volunteers Reach Thousands at Athens Marathon 2026
Drug-Free World Volunteers Reach Thousands at Athens Marathon 2026
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ATHENS, Greece — Volunteers from the Foundation for a Drug-Free World distributed more than 23,000 educational booklets during the 2026 Athens Marathon celebrations.
The campaign took place between 4 and 8 November, combining educational outreach at the official Marathon Expo with activities at the historic Panathenaic Stadium.
During the Expo, visitors received approximately 18,000 drug-education booklets, while volunteers also provided audiovisual resources and news euro cup additional information packs.
Beyond distributing educational materials, the volunteers involved 49 athletes who agreed to carry the Drug-Free World message during the sporting event.
Experienced Greek ultradistance runner George Kyriakoulakos supported the campaign, reflecting the connection between sport, personal responsibility and prevention.
On 8 November, volunteers continued their work at the Panathenaic Stadium, distributing approximately 5,500 additional booklets.
The initiative was part of the wider drug-prevention outreach organised during Athens Marathon week, helping make educational resources available to athletes and the general public.
Supported by the Church of Scientology and individual Scientologists, the international programme is connected with humanitarian initiatives inspired by the Church's founder, L. Ron Hubbard.
The European dimension of the initiative reflects the importance of informed personal choices, prevention and civic participation, themes highlighted by Church of Scientology representative Ivan Arjona.
With its churches, missions and affiliated groups present throughout Europe, the Church of Scientology supports community programmes addressing drug prevention, human rights education and volunteer assistance.
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