The Climate Crisis – A Humanist Perspective

This article takes it as given that we are currently experiencing a global climate crisis. If you disagree—if you deny what your eyes can... Read More
Representation Matters: Councilmember Marissa Postler

This is part of The Humanist’s monthly series highlighting openly nonreligious elected officials across the nation. Because of the work of the Center for... Read More
The Path to Humanist Chaplaincy

Anthony Cruz Pantojas, MATS, MALS, BCC (they/them), is the Humanist Chaplain and Coordinator of Africana Spirituality at Tufts University. Currently, they are a board... Read More
Hearing the Voices of People on the Ground

Amy Goodman received the Humanist of the Year Award at the American Humanist Association’s 83rd Annual Conference, held virtually in September 2024. The award... Read More
AI is Already Everywhere

Karen Hao received the Humanist Media Award at the American Humanist Association’s 83rd Annual Conference, held virtually in September 2024. Hao is an award-winning... Read More
The Distinction Between Imaginary Science and Magic

Ted Chiang received the Humanist Inquiry & Innovation Award at the American Humanist Association’s 83rd Annual Conference, held virtually in September 2024. This award... Read More
Remarks from Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jared Huffman

Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jared Huffman received the Religious Liberty Award at the American Humanist Association’s 83rd Annual Conference, held virtually in September... Read More
A Boy Called Fish

Fish Stark was appointed the Executive Director of the American Humanist Association in September 2024. This article is excerpted from his Welcome remarks at... Read More
Journeys to Humanism: Finding Meaning in Aiding Others

Journeys to Humanism, theHumanist.com’s regular series, features real stories from humanists in our community. From heartwarming narratives of growth, to more difficult journeys, our... Read More
All Is Well on the Appalachian Trail — Or Is It?

Reassurance awaited me at every turn during my recent three-day backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. The ancient forest dazzled on the stretch of... Read More