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Humanists International is the global representative body at the heart of the humanist movement // Humanists International es el organismo representativo mundial en el corazón del movimiento humanista.

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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 20h
The Romanian Secular Humanist Association have launched SciLit.eu, a free platform helping young people think critically and understand how science protects their rights. Explore it here: scilit.eu
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SciLit - Scientific Literacy & Human Rights
Develop your critical thinking skills through interactive modules. Learn to identify misinformation, understand scientific methods, and protect human rights.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 20h
In our latest blog, Tobi Ruwase of Humanists Australia's Altruistic label reflects on the culture shock of moving from a Nigerian private university built on memorization to a US grad school that invites you to question the textbook. Read the full post: humanists.international/blog/humanis...
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Humanists Australia’s Altruistic: From "Humanist rock" to Ugandan classrooms
Satirical rock, a Ugandan youth project and a culture shock in US grad school: a humanist look at critical thinking.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 23h
Humanists International has delivered a statement to the UN Human Rights Council highlighting the repression faced by Human Rights Defenders from anti-rights movements. Read more: humanists.international/2026/09/huma...
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Humanists International highlights civil society repression and human rights backsliding at the UN
In a statement delivered at the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council, Humanists International highlighted the repression faced by Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) from organized transnational anti...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 23h
In a statement prepared by Humanists Malaysia with the support of Humanists International, we called on Malaysia to ratify the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, protecting the rights of non-religious Malaysians. @humanistsmalaysia.bsky.social
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Humanists reiterate calls on Malaysia to protect non-religious rights
At the UN Human Rights Council, Humanists Malaysia and Humanists International have, for the second year in a row, called on Malaysia to protect the rights of the non-religious by ratifying the Intern...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Today the President of the UN General Assembly convenes a high-level meeting to commemorate the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. Humanists International is proud to have endorsed the Nuclear Abolition Day Appeal. www.nuclearabolitionday.org/joint-letter
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Joint Letter | Nuclear Abolition Day
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Guatemala no es un caso aislado. En América Latina, el creciente peso del electorado evangélico lleva a gobiernos y legisladores a cortejarlo: Paraguay fijó por ley una fecha nacional de la Iglesia Evangélica y en Perú se propone que iglesias evangélicas gestionen colegios públicos.
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El curioso interés de diputados por formalizar iglesias evangélicas
Las iglesias evangélicas crecen en los registros estatales no solo por conversiones divinas, sino también por impulso político. El gobierno de Alejandro Giammattei reconoció más congregaciones que nin...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
New on the blog! Adrián Núñez of the Peruvian Association of Atheists (APERAT) reflects on the Jehovah's Witnesses' major shift to allow most blood transfusions. Give it a read: humanists.international/blog/jehovah...
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Jehovah's Witnesses to permit most blood transfusions
Peruvian Humanist Adrián Núñez reflects on the Jehovah's Witnesses' major shift to allow most blood transfusions.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🌏 ASIA, LET’S TALK. Humanists across Asia face different circumstances; but many of us are asking the same fundamental questions: The Asian humanist movement is coming together. Will you be part of the conversation? 👉 Register now @ www.humanistsmalaysia.org/conference
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2026 Virtual Asian Humanist Conference
Reason, Rights, and Resilience. Join humanists from across Asia, 3–4 October 2026.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
At the UN Human Rights Council, Humanists International has urged Syria to guarantee freedom of thought, conscience and belief for all in its permanent Constitution. Read more: humanists.international/2026/09/huma...
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Humanists International calls on Syria to protect non-religious citizens in its permanent Constitution
In a statement at the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council, Humanists International has called on Syria to guarantee freedom of thought, conscience, and belief for all in its permanent Constitu...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Today at Humanists International we mark International Safe Abortion Day. People seek abortion care in diverse circumstances and for many different reasons. They deserve care that is safe, affordable and respectful. #SolidarityInAction #AbortionIsHealthCare
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National Secular Society @natsecsoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We campaign for an education system which equally respects the rights and freedoms of pupils, families and teachers of all backgrounds. Join our campaign for secular #education 👇 www.secularism.org.uk/education/ #FaithSchools #CollectiveWorship
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Secular education
Join our campaign for an inclusive and secular education system.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
What is humanism? 🤔 Humanism is a rational, non-religious approach to life. Humanists strive to lead fulfilling, meaningful and ethical lives, using reason and empathy to guide them. Want to stay connected? Sign up to our newsletter: humanists.international/sign-up-for-...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
In this episode of the Freedom of Thought podcast, Gary and Leon were joined by Niamh Clowry, Operations Manager of the Humanist Association of Ireland. Listen now by searching ‘Freedom of Thought’ wherever you get your podcasts or by visiting: hmnts.in/Podcast
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Humanists International has signed an ILGA statement condemning the large-scale police raids and detentions targeting LGBTQI+ activists in Turkey. This is a post from our Turkish Member organization and reads: Your Existence Is Not Up for Debate. LGBTQI+ Rights Are Human Rights.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today, on International Day of Democracy, we are reminded that democracy is a core humanist value. Read our full declaration on Democracy here: humanists.international/policy/copen...
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Copenhagen Declaration on Democracy: a humanist value - Humanists International
The 2023 World Humanist Congress, gathered in Copenhagen, adopted the following declaration on Democracy: a humanist value.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Humanists International has made a submission to a UN Special Rapporteur highlighting the severe psychosocial challenges faced by humanist and non-religious defenders of freedom of religion or belief, who are routinely targeted because of both their identity and their human rights work.
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Humanists International makes a submission to the UN on the mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of humanist and non-religious human rights defenders
Humanists International has made a submission to the UN Human Rights Committee on Draft General Comment No. 38 on Article 22 (Freedom of Association) of the International Covenant on Civil and Politic...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Humanism is a progressive non-theistic belief system that emphasizes human worth, human potential and human responsibility. If you think you might be a humanist and want to connect with the international humanist movement, sign up to our newsletter: humanists.international/sign-up-for-...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Humanists International’s Associate, Advocacy for Alleged Witches (AFAW) has called for the outright rejection of a proposed bye-law seeking to prohibit the invocation of harmful juju in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State. Read more: thesun.ng/group-kicks-...
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Group kicks against proposed anti-juju bill, says it's unconstitutional
A rights group has called for the rejection of a proposed anti-juju bill in Tai LGA, arguing it violates constitutional rights.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Humanists International addressed the UN Human Rights Council's 63rd session, challenging the use of religion and culture as legal cover for the systematic exclusion of women and girls from public life in Afghanistan. Read more: humanists.international/2026/09/huma...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
“Resistance is a daily act.” Maggie Ardiente. At the 2026 World Humanist Congress, we explored what that resistance can look like, from confronting Christian nationalism and misinformation to defending human rights, secular institutions, and the social contract.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Humanists International commemorates the International Day to Protect Education from Attack, a day dedicated to safeguarding the right to learn during conflict and crisis. Find out more: www.un.org/en/observanc...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
In a new blog post, Adrián Núñez, Board Member of Humanists International and co-founder of the Peruvian Association of Atheists (APERAT), draws on philosopher Imre Lakatos's framework to explore how humanist organizations can safeguard their foundational values while remaining open to challenge.
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Protecting the "hard core" of humanism: a Lakatosian approach
Adrián Núñez explores how Lakatos's philosophy could help humanist organizations balance open debate with institutional integrity.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Afghanistan's gender apartheid must be named for what it is: a crime against humanity. Full statement here: humanists.international/2026/09/huma...
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Humanists International calls for codifying gender apartheid as a crime against humanity
Humanists International has delivered a statement at the 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council on the instrumentalization of religion and culture to justify the legal framework for g...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Líderes de las organizaciones humanistas en latinoamerica nos reunimos de forma virtual para discutir el tema de la intersección entre el activismo humanista y la política.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Season 2 finale: our Ask Us Anything episode. We covered how to stay hopeful when the news feels relentless, Humanists International’s 2026 wins and the thinkers who shaped Gary and Leon's own humanist views. New episode out now: hmnts.in/Podcast
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
On August 10, the world marked World Day Against Witch Hunts, a day to honor victims and survivors and to confront an ongoing human rights crisis. Find out more about how the day was marked: www.theinternationalnetwork.org/blog/wdawh2026
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Beyond historical echoes: How global communities marked World Day Against Witch Hunts 2026   — International Network Against Witchcraft Accusations and Ritual Attacks
INAWARA Find out how individuals, organisations and human rights advocates around the world honoured World Day Against Witch Hunts and found practical, constructive ways to protect human rights and ...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
The world is getting harder for people who look, love or believe differently. Those who care about equality and freedom of expression need to unite behind a common cause. Humanism can be that resistance. Sign up to our newsletter to find out more: humanists.international/sign-up-for-...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Here are just a few of the fantastic achievements of Humanists International over the years. If you want to support our work, please consider donating to our JustGiving campaign to fuel our advocacy directly. www.justgiving.com/campaign/sup...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Sign up to receive the latest humanist news and updates from across the globe, including new blog posts and articles, ways to get involved, events online and around the world and updates from our Members. humanists.international/sign-up-for-...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
In a world where the right to think, question, and believe is increasingly under threat, staying informed is the first step toward action. Freedom of Thought is the weekly podcast from Humanists International. This episode focuses on the atheist struggle in Ghana with Roslyn Mould.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Excuse us for jumping on the trend! What 'kinda' humanist are you? Let us know in the comments.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
"Our pioneers championed free speech, skepticism and debate." Professor Francesca Klug Another clip from the World Humanist Congress in Ottawa from Humanist Canada. Keep up to date with the global humanist movement by subscribing to our newsletter: humanists.international/sign-up-for-...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In this episode, Gary and Leon are joined by Roslyn Mould, President of Accra Atheists and an advocate for LGBTQI+ rights, to unpack the anti-LGBT conference held in Ghana last year and the dangerous push it represents. Listen now to the podcast: hmnts.in/Podcast
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Humanists International is pleased to have submitted comments in response to the draft Glion Recommendations on Implementing the Rabat Plan of Action in the Digital Age. We highlighted the need to mention blasphemy laws and to strike a balance between protecting expression and countering hatred.
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OHCHR and freedom of expression vs incitement to hatred: the Rabat Plan of Action
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Today marks 74 years of Humanists International! We were founded in Amsterdam in 1952 as the International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU). Since then we have grown into a global movement defending humanist values and freedom of thought around the world.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Tomorrow we celebrate 74 years of Humanists International. We were founded in Amsterdam in 1952 as the International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU). Scroll through to explore our history. Celebrate the anniversary by becoming an Individual Supporter today: humanists.international/support
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
As this season of the The Freedom of Thought podcast comes to an end, we are having a special Ask Us Anything Q&A episode. We welcome submissions on matters that have been on your mind or points that the podcast has prompted so far. Let us know in the comments.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
The UN Independent Expert on human rights and international solidarity has opened a consultation for a report on “international solidarity and faith-based and humanist organizations”. Find out how you can contribute:
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United Nations invites humanist organizations to shape new human rights report
The UN Independent Expert on human rights and international solidarity has opened a consultation for the report.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
In a time when showing empathy toward others is branded by some as 'suicidal,' we call on humanists to step into the public square with courage and confidence to challenge authoritarianism and injustice in all its forms. Read the full Ottawa Declaration: humanists.international/policy/the-o...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Here are some key takeaways from the World Humanist Congress 2026 in Ottawa, Canada, with the President of Humanist Canada, Martin Frith. New ideas, new possibilities and a real sense of global community.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Humanists International is the global representative body of the humanist movement, representing over 120 organizations and individuals in more than 60 countries. Find out more about what we do.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Does Yuval Noah Harari have humanist history wrong? Leslie Allan's new book says yes and argues that setting the record straight matters for humanist advocacy everywhere. Read now: humanists.international/blog/new-boo...
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New Book Challenges Harari's History of Humanism
Leslie Allan's new book makes the case that setting the historical record straight matters for humanist advocacy worldwide.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The 2026 World Humanist Congress brought humanists from around the world together to share ideas and build the future of the humanist movement. If you've been inspired to get involved in the humanist movement, please consider signing up for our newsletter to stay up to date.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
More snapshots from the World Humanist Congress in Ottawa. Three days of humanists from around the world gathering under the theme Humanism As Resistance. One of the biggest outcomes of the congress was the Ottawa Declaration on Humanism as Resistance. humanists.international/policy/the-o...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
A massive thank you to everyone who attended the Congress. Save the date. We're heading to Lima, Peru for the 2027 World Humanist Congress. See you there. Read more: humanists.international/2026/08/worl...
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The World Humanist Congress 2026 welcomes over 500 delegates
Humanists from 41 different countries came together to discuss non-religious ethics and shape the future of the global humanist movement.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Humanists International has officially endorsed the Declaration on Gender Apartheid in support of Afghan women living under Taliban rule. The Declaration calls for an immediate end to gender apartheid and for the comprehensive use of international law to that end. www.genderapartheiddeclaration.org
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Declaration on Gender Apartheid
In August 2026, to mark the fifth anniversary of repressive Taliban rule and Afghan women’s resistance to it, a distinguished group of international human rights and legal experts - from Afghanistan, ...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Monica Belițoiu joins the Freedom of Thought podcast to discuss two global challenges facing humanism today: polarization accelerated by social media and the presence of religion in public schools. No matter the continent, these issues show up again and again.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Shane Haro discusses this year's Congress theme "Humanism As Resistance" in the context of the Philippines. A massive thank you to everyone who was involved in and attended the World Humanist Congress in Ottawa this year.
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
More moments from the World Humanist Congress in Ottawa, where the global humanist movement has come together under the theme "Humanism As Resistance." Help fund that work here: www.justgiving.com/campaign/sup...
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Humanists International @humanists.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Humanists International has concluded its General Assembly at the World Humanist Congress in Ottawa. Following this year's theme, delegates have agreed ‘The Ottawa Declaration on Humanism as Resistance’. Read the full declaration: humanists.international/policy/the-o...
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The Ottawa Declaration on Humanism as Resistance - Humanists International
The World Humanist Congress, meeting in Ottawa, Canada, in 2026, declares: Humanism is not just a set of values but an active approach to life. We reaffirm the progressive and optimistic vision of our...
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