Emily Newman
Emily Newman is the Education Coordinator at the American Humanist Association’s Center for Education. She holds a BS in psychology and creative writing as well as an MA in professional writing from Carnegie Mellon University. Emily grew up in Ethical Culture and has been active with the Future of Ethical Societies, the National Ethical Service, and the International Humanist and Ethical Youth Organization.
Posts by Emily Newman
Celebrate International Day of Families
In 1993 the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 15 as the International Day of Families in order to “promote awareness of issues relating... Read More
Humanists Were Busy During Secular Week of Action
We at the American Humanist Association love welcoming new chapters and affiliates, and hearing about the opportunities these groups provide humanists to meet each... Read More
Enjoy a Week of Humanism in Vermont
Humanists know we have one life in this one world and aspire to make it a good and meaningful life. Many people adopt this... Read More
Humanist EDge: We Need to Talk About Sex Education
If we didn’t teach children the alphabet, how would they learn how to spell? If we gave students incorrect information in math class, how... Read More
Humanist EDge: Three New Books Make Evolution Fun For Kids
As Project Blitz pushes creationism, Bible studies, and the posting of “In God We Trust” signs in public schools (in order “to protect the... Read More
Learning Right from Wrong: How to Teach the Bible in Public Schools
“Exposure to the Bible has an almost magical influence against crime and the moral/ethical slide of our youth and our nation,” wrote Dr. Robert... Read More
Humanist EDge: We Can All Be Super Princesses
Super Princess Saves the Night is a children's book teaching the value of embracing our differences and loving people for who they are. The... Read More