The Foundation for a Drug-Free World (DFW) has announced the successful distribution of one million educational booklets across Los Angeles as part of a major initiative to combat substance abuse and overdose deaths. The Truth About Drugs booklet series, a cornerstone of DFW's prevention efforts, offers factual, non-judgmental information on the effects of drugs and alcohol. Volunteers, community partners, and local organizations worked over recent months to place these materials in high-traffic locations including stores, restaurants, schools, health clinics, community centers, and public events throughout Los Angeles County.
According to a DFW spokesperson, 'This milestone distribution reflects our commitment to equipping Angelenos—especially young people and families—with the knowledge they need to make informed, drug-free choices. With overdose rates impacting communities across the region, prevention education at this scale can save lives and strengthen neighborhoods.'
Key highlights of the campaign include partnerships with local businesses, faith-based groups, and civic organizations for widespread placement; targeted outreach in areas most affected by substance abuse; availability of the booklets in multiple languages to reach diverse communities; and integration with broader awareness events and school programs.
The Foundation for a Drug-Free World is a nonprofit international drug education program sponsored by the Church of Scientology and Scientologists in support of the humanitarian goal of creating a drug-free, crime-free world where human rights are a reality, as envisioned by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard. To date, the foundation has distributed more than 183 million Truth About Drugs booklets worldwide in 22 languages, supporting global efforts to reduce drug abuse through education.
For leaders in business and technology, this initiative underscores the growing importance of corporate social responsibility and community engagement in addressing public health crises. The scale of distribution—one million booklets—demonstrates how organized volunteer efforts and public-private partnerships can amplify prevention messages effectively. As overdose deaths continue to rise, such educational campaigns can reduce societal costs by decreasing addiction rates, improving workforce productivity, and lowering healthcare burdens.
Booklets are available free of charge to individuals, educators, law enforcement, parents, and community leaders. For more information or to request materials, visit www.drugfreeworld.org.
