The purchase became final on October 30, 1996. This page is a mirror of CAN's original home page. The Cult Awareness Network is a national non-profit organization founded to educate the public about the harmful effects of mind control as used by destructive cults. CAN confines its concerns to unethical or illegal practices, including coercive persuasion or mind control, and does not judge doctrine or beliefs.
Funding comes exclusively from voluntary contributions.
We are former cult members and the families and friends of past and present cult members. Some of us are mental health professionals, lawyers, physicians, legislators, clergy, law enforcement officers and educators. We represent and care about an estimated five million people who have been seriously affected by the more than 2500 destructive cults. We are dedicated to bringing to public awareness the harmful effects of destructive cults and providing information and support for families, as well as assistance to former cult members. The Cult Awareness Network is a coalition of volunteer affiliate groups throughout the United States.