By Sophy Robinson In this article, Sophy examines the challenge of finding truth in an increasingly fragmented and contested information landscape. As traditional sources of authority weaken and new voices proliferate, she explores how individuals can navigate competing narratives and avoid both naïve trust and corrosive cynicism. Her conclusion points towards a more humanist approach to knowledge: one grounded in curiosity, critical thinking, and an acceptance of uncertainty. Sophy is a...

By Sophy Robinson Why are some of the world’s most famous critics of religion now speaking about faith, tradition and Christianity? Drawing on the voices of Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Richard Dawkins and Tom Holland, Sophy explores what this moment means for humanism — and whether a non-religious worldview can offer both truthfulness and comfort in times of crisis. Sophy is a former trustee of Humanists UK. I n recent years, several high-profile, outspoken former atheists have attracted media coverage...

By Sophy Robinson Sophy draws on her West London book club’s reading of Fundamentally – a prize-shortlisted novel about a young academic’s attempts to deradicalise an ISIS bride – to explore the real-world issues the book only skims. Moving beyond fiction, she investigates the continuing threat of ISIS, the radicalisation of young people online, and the complex moral and political questions surrounding women like Shamima Begum. Sophy is a former trustee of Humanists UK. The most recent title...