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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 28/09/2026

If you want to help change someone's life, please, donate generously today. humanists.uk/donate/actio...

“I was excommunicated because I couldn’t keep up the pretense. I still feel the loss of certainty 40 years later, but I now live honestly with myself.”
Jasmine, to anyone who is leaving a high-control religious group.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 28/09/2026

So many of you have been deeply moved by Sunday's BBC Radio 4 documentary 'Faithless', which followed four people who left high-control religions: Micki, Esther, Nicola and Colin, all supported by us. humanists.uk/2026/09/23/g...

“You are all so brave. As a humanist, I feel it is so important to stand with people who have left controlling religions as they rebuild their lives.”
A message from our supporter, Jess, to anyone who is leaving a high-control religious group.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 28/09/2026

We're very touched by the messages and donations coming through to @faith2faithless.bsky.social. We've raised £20,645 so far. That's 42% of our target. Will you help us reach 50% by the end of the day? Donate now: humanists.uk/donate/actio...

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“You will realise that you are, have always been and will always be worthy of unconditional love. The world is full of kind, loving, compassionate humans, all working to make it a better place.”
A message from our supporter, Sarah, to anyone who is leaving a high-control religious group.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 28/09/2026

If you want to help free someone from fear and isolation cause by leaving a high-control religion, please donate generously today. You can help change someone's life. humanists.uk/donate/actio...

Change someone's life right now. Donate and help us reach someone in distress.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 28/09/2026

For so many people, we are that lifeline. We train the police, NHS staff, and social services to recognise the signs of religious coercive control. We run a helpline. And we bring people together to find community and support, often for the first time outside their religious group.

Your family. Your friends. Your home. The people you have known all your life. Donate today humanists.uk/faithtofaithless2026

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 28/09/2026

No one should live in fear for wanting to be free of dogmatic control. No one should lose their children, be shunned by those they love, or find themselves with no home, no support, and no one to turn to. Leaving one of these groups can mean losing everything. humanists.uk/donate/actio...

Leaving a coercive religious community can mean losing everything.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

“This U-turn in the strict Jehovah’s Witness ‘no blood’ policy is not just a ‘clarification’ but a life-saving move... “What a shame God did not ‘clarify’ it years ago when I was at the bedside of a lady who died for refusing red cell transfusion..." www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Jehovah’s Witnesses change position on blood transfusions. Members to decide for themselves to accept red cells, white cells, plasma & platelets. Which covers nearly all blood transfusions in hospitals today. No apology given for the thousands already dead. humanists.uk/2026/09/21/j...

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Jehovah’s Witnesses to allow almost all blood transfusions

The Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses has announced a significant change to its long-standing position on the ban of blood transfusions. It is now allowing individual members to decide for themsel...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

In the past talking about having been in a cult was difficult because people wouldn't understand. Now, people are very interested, & hopefully that interest is turning into real understanding and compassion for those who survived these groups. uk.news.yahoo.com/14-chilling-...

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14 chilling cult documentaries streaming on Netflix

These Netflix documentaries explore how seemingly ordinary people can fall in with the wrong crowd — or guru.

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

'Amid airstrikes, shaky ceasefires and unrest, it is easy to overlook the question of who Iranians are... Understanding the Iranians... offers us a hint at their future.' Saleem Vaillancourt speaks with Iranian freethinkers in our latest issue, out now. Read more ⬇ newhumanist.org.uk/articles/ira...

Apostasy is on the rise in Iran,
and it is punishable by death

The Gamaan poll found that 9 per cent of Iranians are now atheists and 6 per cent agnostic, with younger respondents reporting higher levels of irreligiosity... Anyone who converts from Islam to another faith, or to no faith, faces the threat of execution on charges of apostasy. Atheists and agnostics are persecuted by the state, along with Sufis and Yarsanis, who practice an ancient syncretic faith. But “the biggest injustice, I think, in terms of sheer numbers and sheer brutality, is against the Baha’is,” says Abbas Milani, director of Iranian Studies at Stanford University.

Saleem Vaillancourt, New Humanist Summer 2026 edition

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Have you left a minority religion, or a religion that you call a 'cult'? Researchers at Leeds Uni are looking for ex members to take part in their 10 min survey. QR code below. This study is likely to be published, so please do give your opinion if you can and want to.

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

From the fear of hell that lingers in the body long after leaving religion behind, to the friendships that vanish overnight – we explore the hidden emotional cost of 'deconstructing' a high-control religion, and the therapists helping people through it. Read more: newhumanist.org.uk/articles/bre...

Leaving the Church meant I could rebuild myself. I'm sure a therapist could have helped me, but it would have to have been someone specifically trained in these issues... I didn't frame my feeling of unsafety as a problem with me, so much as a problem inherent to the godless universe... Over time, losing your religion may start to feel less like a loss, and more like an opportunity to rebuild yourself from the ground up.' Abi Millar, Ex-Evangelical and author.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 01/05/2026

So many people leave high-control religious environments in silence, not knowing that support exists. These awards help shine a light on that hidden crisis, and we hope they encourage anyone who needs help to reach out to @faith2faithless.bsky.social humanists.uk/2026/05/01/f...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

From Baptist Minister to Humanist. Join us online tomorrow, 12:30–1:30pm In conversation with John Hayes — former Baptist minister sharing his journey leaving religion, including the challenges of losing community, purpose & livelihood. Book now: humanists.uk/civicrm/even...

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From Baptist Minister to Humanist - In conversation with John Hayes | Humanists UK

Leaving a religious community can be very difficult indeed. You risk losing a whole community, your sense of belonging, your sense of purpose, and in John’s case; also your livelihood.…

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

If you're watching the Netflix documentary that was recently released called 'The False Prophet', they've just jailed the Fundamentalist Mormon leader there, Sam Bateman, for 50 years thankfully. He had 20 wives with the youngest being 9. www.news.com.au/lifestyle/re...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

If you're in the East Midlands we have a social event coming up for anyone who has left a high-control religion/cult. We meet in a cafe in Peterborough. Email info@faithtofaithless.com to register. A great way to meet others who share a similar past. humanists.uk/civicrm/even...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Donna Craine, Support and Advocacy Services Manager will be in York next week speaking about the work of Faith to Faithless. 🗓 8 April, 7:00–8:30pm 📍 Friargate Meeting House, York (YO1 9RL) 🎟 Free to attend - everyone welcome More info / register: humanists.uk/events/faith...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

We support Sam Carling MP's call for mandatory reporting laws Having grown up as Jehovah’s Witness, he highlights how abuse goes unreported within some religious institutions No institution should be able to avoid accountability when it comes to safeguarding children. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Ex-Jehovah's Witness MP Sam Carling calls for law change

MP Sam Carling says volunteers in religious groups should be sanctioned for not reporting incidents.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 13/03/2026

It’s heartening to see people like Sam Carling MP speaking about leaving high-control religious groups – in his case Jehovah’s Witnesses. It’s a national tragedy that so many people face abuse when they leave such groups, yet it gets so little attention. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Ex-Jehovah's Witness MP Sam Carling calls for law change

MP Sam Carling says volunteers in religious groups should be sanctioned for not reporting incidents.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Leaving a high-control religious group can be one of the most painful experiences a person can go through. Our film shines a light on the support we offer to people rebuilding their lives. So we're deeply moved that it's a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards. 🧵 humanists.uk/2026/02/26/v...

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Vote for Faith to Faithless film award to secure key funding for apostate support

Humanists UK members and supporters can help the groundbreaking Faith to Faithless apostate support service film win a prestigious Smiley Charity Film Award. There are several categories the video is ...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

London social this Sat 21/2 - 14:00 We’re meeting at a café inside a large museum, then explore together. A way to connect with other ex-religious people — and we also have pub socials if that’s more your thing. Email info@faithtofaithless.com to register (include the religion you’ve left).

Image of London skyline with text at top - Faith to Faithless - Join us in London, social event for people who have left high-control religions or cults. Email info@faithtofaithless.com for venue details.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

We’re launching our first ever Cheltenham social for ex-religious people this Sunday 🗓 22 Feb ⏰ 14:00–16:00 👤 Hosted by Andy @ cafe in Cheltenham A relaxed, friendly space to connect with others who have left a controlling religion Register: info@faithtofaithless.com We’d love to see you there 🌿

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

At our recent Apostasy Conference, Dr Savin Bapir-Tardy spoke on “Trauma, loss, and liberation after leaving faith.” Here, Savin a therapist & academic, researching religious abuses, shares a particular focus on the experiences of people leaving Islam in the UK www.youtube.com/watch?v=TP1l...

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Trauma, loss, and liberation after leaving faith — Dr Savin Bapir-Tardy | Apostasy Conference 2025

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Sat 31 Jan, we have an arts event for ex-religious people in North London. Arts activities to take part in, bring your own creations if you like, refreshments and socialising. Hosted by an arts therapist. Email info@faithtofaithless.com for details and registration with the religion you have left.

A group of people sitting at a table chatting and enjoying themselves while they take part in an arts class.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this article – from financial abuse to coercive control or shunning – please get in touch with our helpline team. You’re not alone, and confidential support is available. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Young people say they felt pressured by emerging church to donate

Former London ICC members tell the BBC they felt pressured into making donations they could not afford.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 09/12/2025

Leaving a high-control religious group can be profoundly difficult. Many people have been raised to believe that anyone outside the group is dangerous, hostile, or morally corrupt, making the process of stepping away feel isolating and overwhelming. @faith2faithless.bsky.social.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 09/12/2025

High-control religious groups suppress questioning and dissent. The human tragedy is that this culture of control can tear families apart. This is the 'conditional love' experience by so many people who leave. @faith2faithless.bsky.social

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 09/12/2025

We support people leaving high-control religious groups through @faith2faithless.bsky.social. This is vital work. Leaving can be an extremely isolating experience – and we’re here to make sure no one has to face it alone. We help people rebuild their lives, find community, and feel understood.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Important: these videos are increasingly convincing, and will only become more convincing. They're designed to instill fear into the ex-religious. AI gives would-be televangelists a tool to fabricate 'miracles' in a way previously impossible. Beware, and exercise sceptical criticism.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

If you're in Newcastle do listen to our wonderful volunteer George who will be speaking about her own experiences leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses, and will talk about the work we do at Faith to Faithless. www.ticketsource.co.uk/newcastleske...

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

We’re honoured to announce that our Women’s Group has won a Dangoor Award for “Supporting Women!” The award recognises our peer support work supporting women leaving controlling religions. Huge thanks to our volunteer Zoe who hosts, and our members. humanists.uk/2025/11/27/f...

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Faith to Faithless wins award for empowering Women’s Group

A specialist Faith to Faithless group supporting women leaving high-control religions was recognised in London this week as part of the 2025 London Dangoor Awards, also known as the Faith & Belief For...

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Andrew Copson @andrewcopson.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

Leaving a high-control religion can be incredibly isolating, especially for women who've faced profound levels of religious coercion, abuse, & misogyny. This programme offers a vital space for freedom, solidarity, & rebuilding lives. A well-deserved award for our @faith2faithless.bsky.social team.

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Faith to Faithless wins award for empowering Women’s Group

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 18/11/2025

It's #CultAwarenessDay. So, if you didn't know... We help people who have left, or are leaving, high-control religions and cults through @faith2faithless.bsky.social Watch our animation and share it too. You can can help us reach someone in desperate need of help. www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMNa...

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Introducing Faith to Faithless | Helping people leaving high-control religious groups

YouTube video by Humanists UK

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 13/11/2025

MPs and peers celebrated the huge contribution humanists make to communities across the UK. At a meeting of the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group, parliamentarians heard directly from volunteers and practitioners who support people at key moments in their lives 🧵 humanists.uk/2025/11/13/m...

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MPs and peers celebrate humanists’ contribution to the community

Yesterday humanist MPs and peers met to celebrate humanists’ contribution to the community as the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group (APPHG) heard directly from celebrants, pastoral carers, school...

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 13/11/2025

Our @faith2faithless.bsky.social volunteer Aseel spoke powerfully about leaving a high-control religion, finding community, and now supporting others through meet-ups and our helpline. Our helpline has already received nearly 800 contacts from people seeking support. www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMNa...

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Introducing Faith to Faithless | Helping people leaving high-control religious groups

YouTube video by Humanists UK

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

“Another council gets embroiled with London’s ‘cult-like’ church” via The Londoner 👉 The article reveals serious concerns about the UCKG’s practices in London - control, pressure on donations, and links with public institutions. www.the-londoner.co.uk/another-coun...

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Another council gets embroiled with London’s 'cult-like' church

Plus: the best pub in Angel, TfL fines for rollerskaters and the woman known as Mother Thames, all in today's Monday briefing

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

"Freedom is having the choice to live out by your convictions" Tamara Mathieu, former Twelve Tribes member and author of "All Who Believed" which tells of her time in the cult.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

🌿 Manchester Social – Every Other Month! 🌿 Left a high-control religion or cult? Meet others who get it. Share experiences, make friends, and find community 💛 📍 Manchester 💌 Email info@faithtofaithless.com for registration details

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Did you grow up not being allowed to read certain books, not being allowed to question doctrines/leaders? Humans are not meant to be controlled. It's normal if you still feel the effect of coercive control We offer peer support weekly&socials throughout UK. You don't have to be alone Register:

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

New revelations about the Jesus Army: Sexual/domestic abuse + unpaid labour in communal houses. We’re proud that solicitor Kathleen Hallisey, who is representing many survivors and spoke at our apostasy conference, continues fighting for justice. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

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New allegations of sexual and domestic abuse made against Jesus Army cult

Survivors fear closed church’s £25m in assets could end up in abusers’ hands

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Andrew Copson @andrewcopson.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Celebrating the work of @faith2faithless.bsky.social & its recent apostasy conference, focusing on the real, often hidden, mental health toll of exiting high-control groups. Thank you to staff & volunteers who offer an essential lifeline. humanists.uk/2025/10/03/a...

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Apostasy Conference 2025 spotlights mental health impact of religious abuse

On Wednesday, Humanists UK’s Faith to Faithless programme hosted the Apostasy Conference 2025 in Covent Garden in London. The event was a huge success, welcoming nearly 100 attendees including academi...

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Oxford Humanists @oxfordhumanists.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Last Monday, we at Oxford Humanists were honoured to host @faith2faithless.bsky.social and @recoveringfromreligion.org for a special event featuring Dr Darrel Ray! A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us. We look forward to seeing you at our next event! #humanism #atheism #religioustrauma

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 06/10/2025

Our service @faith2faithless.bsky.social – which supports people leaving high-control religious groups – continues to grow! We brought together nearly 100 academics, therapists, journalists, and people directly affected to share vital info for better support 🧵 humanists.uk/2025/10/03/a...

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Apostasy Conference 2025 spotlights mental health impact of religious abuse

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Raj LB @rajlb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Dr Gillie Jenkinson (Hope Valley Counselling) arguing that therapists need specialist training for dealing with eating disorders; the same is true for dealing with somebody who is leaving a cult. #AposCon25 www.hopevalleycounselling.com

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Hope Valley Counselling — Counselling for Coercive, Cultic and Spiritual Abuse

We provide specialist therapeutic services to help those who have experienced coercive, cultic, spiritual abuse and religious trauma.

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Raj LB @rajlb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Ex-cult followers or leavers from high-control religions can have so little interaction with the outside world, they quite literally cannot cope with a supermarket because they've never been and the choice is overwhelming. #AposConf25

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 02/10/2025

We are horrified by the dreadful attack in Manchester today, which has claimed lives and left others in a serious condition. Our deepest thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the wider community — especially on this day of Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

Violence, prejudice, and hatred directed at people because of their identity is abhorrent. No one should ever face fear or violence for their identity or beliefs. Everyone in our country must be safe to practise their religion or live in accordance with their worldview in peace.

Find the full statement on: https://humanists.uk/2025/10/02/humanists-uk-statement-on-manchester-synagogue-attack/

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

This Sunday, our very own volunteer Ffion, will talk about her journey from Islam and her home country at the Leicester Secular Society.

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Faith to Faithless @faith2faithless.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Our keynote speaker Dr Darrel Ray taking to the stage to discuss how religion impacts the brain. It’s fascinating and horrifying in equal measure to hear about the effect of purity culture and shame on individuals in high-control religious groups.

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