Challenging Social Mindsets in Malawi

Wonderful Mkhutche is Humanists Malawi's Executive Director. He spoke with Canadian humanist and writer Scott Douglas Jacobsen. Scott Douglas Jacobsen: Today, we are here with Wonderful Mkhutche. We're going to discuss humanism in Malawi, and... Read More
Why Is AHA on Discord?

In January 2025 the American Humanist Association launched new ways to connect with humanism, including our Discord channels for members and humanist parents. Many people wondered why they should join another online space, especially one... 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 readers open up about their experiences coming to humanism. Nasser Yousefi... 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 trail I covered along the Connecticut-New York border. The sun-dappled, luxuriant... Read More
AHA Chapters Spread Humanism with 2024 Grants

As the American Humanist Association (AHA) promotes and advocates for humanism nationally, our local groups find innovative ways to spread humanism in their communities. To support and expand their efforts, the AHA provides grants to... Read More
Bible Classes Are Coming to a Public School Near You

It seems to happen every time a law or policy that privileges religious belief is passed, it gets exploited to be used as a sword against those of us who don't believe or who support... Read More
Supporting Future Generations of Voters

According to Vote.org, there are an estimated eight million newly eligible voters since the last election cycle and eighty-nine percent of young people indicate they might vote. In their recent get-out-the-vote webinar, they shared research... Read More