Humanists International
@HumanistsInt
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We are the global representative body of the humanist movement. 🌎🌍🌏🌐 (Formerly known as: "International Humanist and Ethical Union")
Joined May 2009
NEW: Nominated by Humanists International, Leonel Gonçalves from the Association for Republicanism and Secularism, Portugal, called for a shift in housing policy that embraces rural regeneration and renovation of abandoned homes. Read more here: 👇.
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ICYMI: Religion and patriarchy are driving forces behind gender-based violence - and too often go unchallenged. Watch our statement at the UN calling for secular, rights-based solutions to protect women and girls worldwide.
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NEW: Whether you're a supporter of the humanist movement, humanist ceremonies celebrant, a changemaker, or someone interested in socially conscious innovation, Pitch Night is your chance to witness the future of humanist services. 👉 Learn more here:
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"We call on religious leaders to acknowledge their position of influence within conflict and post-conflict settings and to facilitate greater respect for international humanitarian and human rights law" - HI speaking at the UN earlier today. Read more: 👇.
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Update: The 2026 World Humanist Congress is moving to Ottawa, Canada 🇨🇦. Amid growing human rights concerns in the US, we’re proud to partner with @HumanistCanada to host a truly global, inclusive gathering of humanists. 🗓️ Aug 7–9, 2026.
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NEW: Humanists International, @HAPItweets and @ffreethinkers have delivered a statement at the UN, warning of persistent threats to freedom of expression in the Philippines. Read more here: 👇.
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🌍 Happy #WorldHumanistDay 2025!. From BBQs in Dorset to radio shows in Iceland, today humanists worldwide are celebrating reason, compassion & shared humanity. Tell us how you're celebrating below! 👇 . #Humanism #HumanistsInternational
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@andrewcopson Gary McLelland, Chief Exec of Humanists International: "This is a fantastic and well deserved award to Andrew, and an important recognition of the important contribution of all humanists to civic life in the UK.".
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We’re proud to congratulate our out-going President, @andrewcopson, on receiving an OBE – the UK’s first ever honour for services to the non-religious!.
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A big congratulations to our outgoing President, @andrewcopson, on this award! . Richly deserved after a decade of inspirational leadership. 👏👏👏.
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RT @freedomhouse: We are thrilled that Mubarak Bala has arrived safely in Germany after spending nearly five years unjustly imprisoned in N….
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RT @andrewcopson: Destroying religious texts is distasteful to those it offends but mere offence can never count as harm in any legal sense….
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Just launched! In the latest edition of the Freedom of Thought Report, we return to the theme of blasphemy, which continues to loom heavily over the lives of non-religious and religious people alike in many parts of the world.
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Less than two weeks to go! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive the latest Key Countries edition of the Freedom of Thought Report when it launches later this month:
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Positive news from Spain, where blasphemy or criticism of religion is currently restricted in law and is punishable by a fine:
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RT @BBCAfrica: 'I never thought I may get out of prison alive'. Prominent Nigerian atheist Mubarak Bala has been freed from incarceration….
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A long road to justice: Humanists International celebrates the release of Mubarak Bala
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Learn more about what happened at the event here:.
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Katrin Raczynski from the German Humanist Association is making waves! She's been nominated by Humanists International to participate in the European Parliament's Article 17 seminar.
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