Ufologie Contact - Series 1 - No 11 - Special sondage - 5 nov 1977

Magazine Overview

Title: UFOLOGIE-CONTACT
Issue: 11
Date: November 5, 1977
Publisher: C.I.J.U. and L.D.L.N./Paris
Focus: Ufology in the Ile-de-France region.

Editorial Introduction

The editorial notes the end of the vacation period and expresses hope that individuals have reflected on their ufological pursuits. It announces that the current issue will delve deeper into the responses from a previous survey and that contacts will be facilitated for those wishing to pursue research. The goal is to organize the ufological community in the region and reduce the role of chance in discoveries.

Survey Results: "Enquête"

The survey aimed to gather information from Parisian ufologists. A total of 152 questionnaires were sent out, with 38 returned duly completed. An additional 5 letters of support and 2 letters from individuals not wishing to participate were received. The response rate is noted as approximately 30% for those with strong mathematical backgrounds.

• Demographics of Participants:
• Age:
• Under 20 years: 6 (approx. 16%)
• 20-29 years: 14 (approx. 37%)
• 30-39 years: 8 (approx. 21%)
• 40-49 years: 3 (approx. 8%)
• 50-60 years: 7 (approx. 18%)
• Profession:
• High school students: 3 (approx. 8%)
• University students: 5 (approx. 13%)
• Employees/Workers: 11 (approx. 29%)
• Technicians: 4 (approx. 11%)
• Executives (University educated): 13 (approx. 34%)
• Merchants, artists: 2 (approx. 5%)
• Ancienneté (Interest in UFOs):
• 78% of voluntary candidates have been interested for over 5 years. The text notes that the timing of an individual's first encounter with the subject can influence their judgment, and that there's a growing maturity in ufological reflection among recent enthusiasts.
• Affiliation and Responsibility:
• Most participants are subscribers to a review, but active membership in associations is unclear. The text highlights the contribution of regular readers to the publishing body and the value of those who conduct and distribute research reports.
• Preferred Activities:
• A wide range of activities are pursued, often complementary. These include:
• Investigation: 47%
• Parapsychology: 45%
• Documentation: 42%
• Information dissemination: 37%
• Astronomy: 34%
• Photography: 32%
• Sky surveillance: 26%
• Physics: 24%
• Electronics: 24%
• Psychology: 24%
• Sociology: 18%
• Informatics: 16%
• Chemistry: 13%
• Hypnosis: 11%
• It is noted that 13 people practice astronomy and 10 monitor the sky.

Research in Progress (Ufology Domain)

It is reported that half of the survey participants are currently engaged in research. These investigations range from general UFO phenomena to technical aspects of detection and analysis of troubling characteristics. Specific research areas mentioned include:

• Cataloging observations for the Aube department.
• UFOs in the sea and coastal regions.
• Cataloging close encounters of the third kind and disappearances.
• Studies on humanoids and disappearances.
• Historical aspects of UFO phenomena and their connection to religious phenomena.
• Statistical studies (FIDUFO).
• Local characteristics of UFO phenomena for evaluation of variations.
• Orthoteny for establishing laws to use statistical tables.
• Psychological study of contact situations.
• Liaison with UFO phenomena, astronomical, and biological knowledge.
• Detection of UFO effects (construction of measurement equipment, analysis of results).

Many researchers prefer to remain anonymous to avoid constraints that might deviate them from their original ideas. Once their results are verified, they will be published for feedback.

Proposed Organized Research Structure

The article argues for a shift from individual research to team-based, cooperative efforts. It proposes the establishment of a "Société Parisienne d'Etude des Phénomènes Spatiaux et Etranges" (Parisian Society for the Study of Spatial and Strange Phenomena).

• Fundamental Notions for Success:
• Competence
• Dynamism
• Coherence

Overall Goal: To study unexplained phenomena observed in natural space, leading to a broader awareness of humanity regarding the origin, value, and destiny of living beings.

Reason for Being: To form a human community of researchers from all socio-professional and cultural backgrounds, pooling their efforts.

• Objectives:
• Coordinate research efforts to avoid duplication.
• Promote and complement multidisciplinary private research through reciprocal communication.
• Adapt to rigorous methods of scientific inquiry.
• Consider unexplained phenomena in the context of public and community awareness.

• Existing Means:
• The region already has structures associated with the review "Lumières dans la Nuit."
• Departments 75, 78, 91, 92, 93, 94, and 95 are represented by delegates coordinating local information collection, precise study of local phenomena, cataloging, detection development, and liaison with local authorities.
• Three national research sections exist: FIDUFO (UFO Documentation Computer File), GTR (Research Technical Group), and RESUTO (Sky Photographers Network).
• A librarian has compiled a bibliography.
• Sympathizers offer expertise for various analyses.
• The bulletin "UFOLOGIE CONTACT" serves as a communication channel for messages, announcements, and information.
• 10 issues of the bulletin have been published since February 20, 1976, and are valuable resources, though now out of print. Photocopies are available.
• The Cercle International de Jeunes Ufologues (CIJU) in Argenteuil, led by James Petit, focuses on young people interested in ufology and publishes "UFOLOGIE BULLETIN."
• The Cercle d'Etude des Phénomènes Insolites (CEPI) in Issy-les-Moulineaux publishes "UFO-Magazine" and collaborates with LDLN.
• The Groupement d'Etude des Phénomènes Spatiaux (GEPA) in Paris publishes "Phénomènes Spatiaux."
• The review "Les Extraterrestres" is associated with the Groupement d'Etudes des Objets Spatiaux de France.

Proposed Structure (V Structure proposée):

The structure requires a division of tasks into administrative, technical, and polyvalent roles.

1. Bureau: Legal representation, composed of a President, Secretary, and Treasurer, managing the society's operations.
2. Working Groups: These groups will involve numerous disciplines and focus on specific areas:
* Investigation Group: Field investigation and analysis of inquiries, including training, necessary equipment, and prompt intervention in serious cases.
* Detection Group: Developing technical detection equipment (with GTR) and establishing a functional network in the Paris-Ile-de-France region.
* Astronomy Group: Enhancing knowledge of the sky and space, creating a documentary database, and organizing sky observation vigils.
* Parapsychology Group: Studying phenomena beyond conventional psychology, including precise experimentation and understanding cases of close encounters.
* Thematic Research Group: Undertaking specific and significant approaches to UFO and strange phenomena, with options for short-term reflection, medium-term research, or open long-term research.
* Public Operational Group: Conducting public conferences, exhibitions, opinion polls, and media outreach.
* Professional Development Group: Focused on information and training for all members, establishing programs for presentations and discussions.
* Editorial Group: Responsible for editing all internal and external documents, including meeting minutes, information bulletins, reviews, or books.
3. Directional and Coordination Committee: This committee will oversee the progress of work, evaluate results, and develop new projects. It will meet twice a year with members.

• Tools to Develop or Perfect:
• A library accessible to all researchers.
• A comprehensive inventory of developed work.
• A personal directory of regional ufologists.
• A documentary fund for oral and written information.
• A network of consultants.
• Audiovisual resources for public and private information.

• Tools to Perfect:
• The network of regional delegations.
• FIDUFO, GTR, RESUFO sections.
• Methods for prospecting information and testimonies.
• UFOLOGIE-CONTACT bulletin.

Call to Action

The article urges readers to participate in defining the future of ufology in the region and invites them to a meeting on Saturday, November 26, 1977, at the Musée Social. The agenda includes discussions on technical, administrative, and financial issues, presentation of programs and hopes by delegates, and a vote on the creation of the proposed society.

Briefs and Announcements

• Actualité Ufologique: The Société Lémanique d'Etude des Phénomènes Spatiaux (Switzerland) invites European groups to a working meeting on November 11-13, 1977, to discuss a "European Committee for the Coordination of Ufological Research."
• Conference-Debate: A conference titled "UFOs: Hypotheses and Certainties" will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 1977, featuring Jean Goupil.
• Erratum: A correction is made regarding the name of a group on page 5.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the need for organized, collaborative ufological research in the Ile-de-France region. The editorial stance is proactive, advocating for structured approaches, data sharing, and the development of a unified community to advance the study of unexplained phenomena. There is a clear emphasis on moving beyond individual efforts towards a more professional and coordinated scientific endeavor.