KPUFO Informacni bulletin - 1999 No 05

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Newsletter KPU/FO, dated 5/1999, focuses on the activities and developmental trends of the Club of Psychotronics and UFO (KPU). It reflects on the organization's evolution since its founding in 1991, in the context of societal changes and the approaching third millennium.

Report on Activities and Trends in the Development of the Club of Psychotronics and UFO

The article begins by stating that since the Club of Psychotronics and UFO (KPU) expanded across the Czech Republic, it has become a tradition to familiarize every member with the society and present basic materials and documents. This ensures both democratic functioning and strengthened contact within the center and among individual members.

The advent of a new millennium prompts reflection on the organization's current state and future. KPU is described as the largest and most capable organization of its kind in the Czech Republic. The text acknowledges that not only KPU but also society as a whole has transformed since the club's inception in 1991. The organization has considered how to transition into a new type of organization suitable for the new millennium, viewing this as a challenge for sociologists and psychologists.

Past Organization

Recalling the early 20th century, membership in an organization was marked by visible signs like uniforms, banners, and badges. In contemporary times, these have receded in importance, replaced by the significance of communication, information access, and processing, even in anonymous environments. For members, this means actively participating in the organization's activities, management, and decision-making, rather than being an insignificant cog in a system. The core values emphasized are progress, utility, belonging, and an informative atmosphere.

Current Situation

Some voices express nostalgia for the early 1990s, a period of intellectual ferment characterized by numerous discussions and the emergence of a wide spectrum of associations and organizations. However, the article stresses that the conditions of those early years no longer apply. Economic problems have complicated the financial, work, and personal situations of many members, leading to time constraints. The vibrant associational life that characterized earlier organizations is no longer fully possible.

New Trends in Organizational Development

What previously defined an organization—common meetings, discussions, and the formulation of conclusions—can now be realized through new forms enabled by the development of information technologies. These technologies also allow for elements of direct democracy in the organization's management and administration. Currently, KPU has electronic communication with over 100 members and activists across all regions, who receive weekly updates on KPU's activities and research, and are asked for operational assistance. The organization is expected to transform into a new type, suited for the information-rich and highly pluralistic society of the third millennium, where formal signs of group affiliation will lose their validity and importance.

The State of KPU

The article asserts that the past cannot be reversed and its challenges must be addressed. KPU, operating throughout the Czech Republic, possesses limited financial resources but significant creative and research potential. Membership is now primarily signified by an ID card, activated within the club's database upon payment of the membership fee. KPU is not a political party; its nature is different. The organization has successfully navigated the transition from an informal group of acquaintances to a formal one with established rules. It has also managed the growth from a small, closely-knit group to a larger one where most members do not know each other personally, thanks to the dedicated efforts of hundreds of members.

The current question is how to further loosen official ties and reduce bureaucratic procedures as the organization expands and new clubs and branches emerge. Membership should become an internal understanding, a shared interest, ethical alignment, and the ability to act collectively, transforming the organization into a movement. This does not mean suppressing diverse opinions but establishing a common approach based on KPU's reputation and expertise gained over years of research.

However, KPU is not yet at this ideal stage. Not all districts have KPU branches, and not all members are engaged with current information technologies. The flow of information, opinions, and discussions between the center and members is not yet fully seamless. Many members are geographically or informationally isolated due to time constraints or personal/work issues. Consequently, regular contact relies on the KPU center and its information bulletin. For the upcoming year, written communication with all members will continue, along with centrally managed research programs requiring administrative and financial oversight. The membership fee for the year 2000 remains unchanged at 150 CZK.

The ZAZ magazine is presented as a voluntary subscription option that can serve as a contact point. Many inquiries to KPU about anomalous phenomena and requests for KPU's stance on certain issues have already been addressed in ZAZ. The magazine is described as KPU's primary information source, reflecting research status, considerations, discussions, and commentary on current events. Long-term subscribers confirm ZAZ's role as a club chronicle, a mirror of current affairs, and a lasting source of knowledge and inspiration. The plan is for ZAZ to be automatically delivered to every KPU member starting in 2001, adjusting the membership fee structure to prioritize information flow while ensuring members continue to receive internal organizational updates.

Situation in Regions

An organization's strength lies in its members. KPU is pleased to have established branches and research circles in many districts of the Czech Republic. The Pilsen center serves as the conceptual, informational, and coordinating core, while centrifugal tendencies are expected to continue, leading to the strengthening of clubs and regional circles that will assume significant research responsibilities. While members often inquire about joint events, lectures, and excursions, KPU notes that similar initiatives by other organizations often struggle with fundraising and low attendance. Specialized agencies now handle event organization, possessing the necessary resources and staff. KPU expects its members to engage with offers from these agencies and provide feedback on program quality. Regional circles and branches are crucial for direct member interaction and classic associational life, strengthening the organization without overburdening participants financially or timewise. KPU has facilitated personal meetings among regional researchers to foster interest-based and personal contacts, and this effort will continue.

State of Research Programs

In the UFO and Poltergeist programs, the goal of making case databases accessible to members will be fulfilled by the beginning of 2000 via the KPU website. The focus of research work is shifting to the regions and the competence of individual research groups. Cases reported to the KPU center are now forwarded to local circles for resolution, with the center handling information processing and specialized problems. The Megalith program will also feature an album of megalithic monuments online, with a working version available since mid-1999 and a CD for members and the public. The 1999 season was marked by operational research and timely information gathering, facilitated by KPU's extensive network of members and modern information technologies. In psychotronics and alternative medicine, there is no nationwide research task, but psychotronic methods are utilized in other programs. KPU plans to collaborate with other organizations on concepts and specific issues related to psychotronic phenomena. The KPU website will feature a list of alternative healing methods and practitioners starting in 2000. The Phenomenon program continues to monitor anomalous human abilities and events not covered by other programs on a case-by-case basis.

Tasks for the Future

For the Center: Provide materials, maps, forms, and methodological guidance for research activities, even under challenging amateur conditions. Connect researchers within districts, form new circles and research groups. Expand electronic communication with members and collaborators. Promote KPU's ideas online. Familiarize researchers from different districts with individual programs.

For All Members: Provide phone contact for operational communication with the center. Help raise public awareness of KPU and recruit new members. Promptly report any anomalous phenomena to the center for investigation. Pay the 2000 membership fee on time and support KPU in all aspects.

For Branches: Form mobile, fully equipped research groups with a radius of action within their district, capable of real-time response and investigation. Expand public awareness of KPU through local media.

The Club of Psychotronics and UFO proposes to appoint the following Czech citizens as honorary members: PhDr. Zdenka Rejdaka, founder of psychotronics and author; JUDr. Eduarda Tomase, author of books on yoga and mysticism; and Stanislav Karban, a KPU member since 1992 and researcher, author of articles on the Tunguska meteorite and UFOs (in memoriam).

It is reminded that each member has a veto right regarding honorary member appointments; if even one member objects to a proposed candidate, they will not be appointed.

The KPU Committee thanks everyone for their help and support and wishes them a pleasant Christmas and a happy New Year 2000.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this newsletter revolve around the adaptation and evolution of the Club of Psychotronics and UFO (KPU) in the face of societal and technological changes. There is a strong emphasis on leveraging information technology for communication, information dissemination, and organizational management. The newsletter advocates for a decentralized approach, empowering regional branches and research groups while maintaining a central coordinating role. The editorial stance is forward-looking, embracing the challenges of the third millennium and promoting a more inclusive and participatory model for the organization. The importance of research in areas like UFOs, psychotronics, and anomalous phenomena is consistently highlighted, with a commitment to making findings accessible to members and the public. The newsletter also underscores the value of member contributions and support for the organization's continued operation and growth.