IMPROVING PUBLIC MORALITY

In 1981, Mr. Hubbard wrote a basic, common-sense moral code of fundamental principles and values for living an ethical and happy life that has been published as the book The Way To Happiness. This moral code consists of 21 precepts such as “take care of yourself,” “be temperate,” “love and help children,” “set a good example,” and “fulfill your obligations.” Because the code is entirely non-religious in nature, Scientologists have been able to use it as the genesis of numerous nonsectarian community programs to combat moral decline.

	Churches of Scientology and their members have received thousands of awards from local, state and national officials and community leaders in recognition of their valuable outreach contributions.

Through the efforts of thousands of Scientologists, more than 53 million copies of The Way to Happiness have been distributed throughout the world in 23 languages. In many countries, Scientology volunteers have formed The Way To Happiness organizations and groups to distribute the moral code locally. Often these groups work closely with other local charitable organizations, media and governmental bodies to maximize distribution to the public.