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The Past Future of Humanism: Happy 50th Birthday Humanist Manifesto II
By David Warden In this article, David looks back at the future of humanism as envisioned by humanists 50 years ago, paying tribute to...

David Warden
Nov 30, 20238 min read


2024 elections are looming: Do we expect too much of our politicians?
By Aaron the Humanist In this article, Aaron delves into the complex landscape of British politics, focusing on the challenges and...

Aaron the Humanist
Nov 30, 20234 min read


Not a Trojan Horse: the case for compulsory religious education in schools
By Revd Dr Richard Warden Richard is a retired School Chaplain and Head of Religious Studies, and is currently a governor of a Church of...
Richard Warden
Nov 30, 202310 min read


Borderless Nations: Pros and Cons
By John Glazer John is a retired business owner who has crossed many borders over the years. He is also a member of Dorset Humanists. In...

John Glazer
Nov 30, 20233 min read


Borders matter and they’re everywhere
In our age of globalisation, polarisation, and borderless virtual communities, it's vital that we find ways manage

Anthony Lewis
Nov 30, 202310 min read


Why humanists should stand with Israel and with the people of Gaza for a better future
By David Warden David is the humanist representative on the Bournemouth & Poole Holocaust Memorial Day Committee. In this article he...

David Warden
Nov 30, 20237 min read


The Indian Diaspora: Perils and Promises of a Borderless World
By Mohit Palagiri Mohit is a keen student of global humanist history and democratic politics. In this article, he traces the history of...

Mohit Palagiri
Nov 30, 202310 min read


After humanity: the future of artificial intelligence
By Keith Hayward Keith is a committee member of Farnham Humanists. He is a retired motor engineer and currently runs a retail garden...

Keith Hayward
Nov 30, 20235 min read


Alternatives to Mass Migration: a Humanist Approach
By Barry Newman Barry is a retired NHS intensive care consultant. He is the humanist representative on the Dorset Standing Advisory...

Barry Newman
Nov 30, 20234 min read


What Countries Really Represent – They’re Not Just Arbitrary Lines on a Map
By Aaron the Humanist In this article, Aaron looks at the fundamental elements that make a country a country, asking what binds us...

Aaron the Humanist
Nov 30, 20234 min read


Life in Tel Aviv since October 7th
Interview by Lisa Arnold What has it been like to live in Israel since the 7th October massacre? Lisa Arnold interviewed Dani R to find...
Lisa Arnold
Nov 30, 202314 min read


What young people think about humanism: it’s not good news
By Maggie Hall Maggie is a former Chair of Brighton Humanists, a member of the Humanists UK Dialogue Network, and a Humanists UK School...

Maggie Hall
Oct 31, 20239 min read


I’m a humanist because...
Introduction by David Warden There are two types of humanists: born humanists and born again humanists. So the joke goes! The majority of...

David Warden
Oct 31, 202310 min read


The Missing Millions: Where is the Humanist Diaspora?
Humanism is clearly struggling to appeal to a more diverse demographic, outside its core base of mainly retired, educated professionals.

Anthony Lewis
Oct 31, 20236 min read


Marx the humanist
By Mohit Palagiri I would like to dedicate this article to the millions of people who lost their lives due to the oppressive regimes of...

Mohit Palagiri
Oct 31, 202310 min read


Do humanists need to be more assertive about their beliefs?
By Dr Mike Flood Mike is Chair of Milton Keynes Humanists and Chair of the Future of Humanism Group. In this article he asks whether...

Mike Flood
Oct 31, 20238 min read


Critiquing humanism and normalising atheism
By Roger O'Brien Roger is a solicitor. He grew up on a council estate in Hull, and studied politics and modern history at Manchester...
Roger O'Brien
Oct 31, 202310 min read


Disagreeing Agreeably – A Christian’s Perspective on Humanism
By Dave Pegg Dave is a Schools Work Leader with the Programme for Applied Christian Education (PACE) – a Christian schools work charity...
Dave Pegg
Oct 31, 20234 min read


On not wearing a humanist badge
By Dr Penny Morgan There are those who are proud to say who they are, what they belong to, and what matters to them. But is this an...

Penny Morgan
Oct 31, 20234 min read


Humanism isn’t a hierarchy
By Aaron the Humanist This article was first published in October 2022 as part of our PDF magazine series. As some of you may have missed...

Aaron the Humanist
Oct 31, 20234 min read
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