Human Nature and the Bond Between Bostonians and the Tartan Army
One benefit of hosting the World Cup has been the unexpected connections between visiting fans and host cities. Nowhere was this connection more notable than in the whimsical bond formed between Bostonians and the Scottish... Read More
Why a Humanist Confirmation?
On a recent trip to Norway, I had the unique opportunity to attend a humanist confirmation ceremony at Oslo’s beautiful City Hall. What ceremony, you ask? And why would nonbelievers need to be “confirmed?” For... Read More
The Humanist Forum: Living Your Values Intentionally
The other day, one of our dedicated members, Craig Barlow, reached out to share a deeply moving reflection with me. He had been reading an article titled "How to Lead a More Intentional Life in... Read More
A Case for an International Humanist Institute
The international humanist movement needs a global training facility for its leaders. Humanism requires an institution that equips individuals who aspire to influence and guide members with the skills and competencies necessary to be effective... Read More
Humanists International Launches Its 2024 Freedom of Thought Report in DC
Last week, hundreds joined online and dozens joined in person to witness the launch of Humanist International’s 2024 Freedom of Thought Report (FoTR). The Freedom of Thought Report assesses every country in the world on... Read More
Humanist Mubarak Bala Freed in Nigeria
After four-and-a-half years in prison, Mubarak Bala, president of the Humanist Association of Nigeria, was released on Tuesday. Because Bala’s legal team believes he is still in danger, he is being housed at a secure... Read More
#FreeMubarakBala
Please take just a moment to send words of support to Mubarak Bala, a humanist imprisoned in Nigeria for “blasphemous” social media posts. In 2022, the Kano State High Court in Nigeria sentenced Mubarak Bala,... Read More
