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Comment: The role of the media in the stigmatization of religious minorities
Bymikeg September 5, 2025October 7, 2025

The media plays a crucial role in fostering stigma against religious minorities by labelling them as “cults” or “sects,” which creates an environment of intolerance and violence. This harmful portrayal, influenced by anti-cult activists and sensationalism, undermines protections under Article 9 of the European Convention on Human Rights. Cases in the UK and Belgium show…

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Belgium | Europe | Scientology

Book alleges Belgian State “Paranoia” on sect surveillance
ByEditor June 13, 2015

A book by investigative journalist Lars Bové of De Tijd newspaper claims that extensive surveillance by the Belgian State Security services on the Church of Scientology, which failed to find evidence of any wrongdoing, suggest a paranoid reaction to the Church and other sects operating in the country. The Security services instigated cancellation of Government contracts with…

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