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Fantastic words on what brings meaning to life by the great humanist playwright, Lorraine Hansberry, the first black woman to have a play on Broadway. Her most famous play 'A Raisin in the Sun' is, to this day, a fearless commentary on racism and the 'American dream'. She died #OnThisDay 1965.

We are deeply saddened to announce the death of our patron, Diane Munday, who dedicated her life to social reform, most notably as the principal leader of the campaign for the Abortion Act 1967. She was also highly influential in the campaign for assisted dying. humanists.uk/2026/01/10/hum…

People are asserting a simple truth: the right to live freely belongs to everyone. What we are seeing now is a political flashpoint, years in the making, as Iranians intensify their defiance of religious fundamentalism and the violent dictatorship. humanists.uk/2025/10/27/teh…

Despite executions, mass arrests, and intimidation, Iranians continue to resist. These are the largest protests the country has seen since the killing of Mahsa Amini, the Kurdish-Iranian woman killed by security forces for wearing a hijab 'improperly'. humanists.uk/2022/11/28/ira…

Across Iran, people from all walks of life are protesting against an authoritarian regime that has stolen their futures – amid economic collapse, censorship, religious suppression, internet blackouts, and violent crackdowns.

The Bill must pass all parliamentary stages before the end of the parliamentary session, expected in Spring, or it fails. Should this happen, it would be devastating for terminally ill people and their families. Write to peers today to support the Bill. humanists.uk/action/ask-the…

Extra time is welcome, given that certain peers have been attempting to derail the #AssistedDyingBill. Peers should use this time to do their job properly: providing serious scrutiny focused on the needs of dying people, not procedural gamesmanship. humanists.uk/2026/01/09/hou…

Galileo died #OnThisDay 1642. He was convicted of heresy for holding the belief that the Earth revolved around the Sun, and lived the last decade of his life under house arrest until dying in 1642. 'And yet it moves,' he purportedly said after the Roman Inquisition forced him to recant his claims.

You can learn more about Zora Neale Hurston, as well as so many other inspiring African American humanists, on the #HumanistHeritage website: heritage.humanists.uk/article/africa…

The brilliant American writer and humanist Zora Neale Hurston presenting her humanist view of human connection to nature and the universe after death. She was born #OnThisDay 1891.

Humanism in a nutshell 🥜

✨ New online: The digital world is a playground for the tinfoil hat brigade. But now they are turning on the internet itself, reports @PeterWardJourno newhumanist.org.uk/articles/6496

As humanists, we do not believe in a continued existence after death or place an additional spiritual value upon the body. For many, organ donation is a last act of compassion. You can learn more on the NHS website. organdonation.nhs.uk/about-organ-do…

We have long supported opt-out organ donation. The Isle of Man’s decision to adopt this approach will mean hundreds – and, over time, thousands – more lives saved, thanks to a system grounded in compassion and evidence. humanists.uk/2026/01/06/suc…

The UK Govt was waiting for this evidence from Wales. And now the review is out, it should act quickly and accordingly. We supported this change in Wales, and now we're calling for change in England and Northern Ireland. If you agree, sign our petition. humanists.uk/action/ban-hit…

By recognising children’s equal right to live free from violence, it sets a clear line and shifts attitudes – and protects children where there was no protection before. England and Northern Ireland should follow Wales, and finally enact a ban on hitting children. humanists.uk/2026/01/06/the…

Very proud, very excited.

In case you missed it: we’re delighted to have officially welcomed Janet Ellis as the new President of Humanists UK 🎉 A broadcaster, actor, writer, and long-standing humanist advocate, Janet has been a patron of Humanists UK since 2014 and has championed humanist values throughout her public life. As President, Janet wants to help more people navigate increasingly tumultuous times, champion kindness and connection, raise awareness of humanist ceremonies, and support our campaigns for inclusive education and a compassionate assisted dying law. Please join us in giving Janet a very warm welcome 👏 humanists.uk/2025/12/18/bro…