Where can we find humanist ideas in history and how have they influenced the modern world in which we live?
Humanist organisations arose in the late nineteenth century. However, humanist thought can be found over 2,000 years ago in ancient India, China, and Greece. It blossomed in the Enlightenment and is widespread today. Humanists have contributed to many changes in society: in education, healthcare, equal rights, and international cooperation.
To learn more about the history of humanism in the UK, visit our Humanist Heritage website. Teachers may find the history of humanism in 100 objects of particular interest.
Read the the stories of four amazing humanist women who changed the world. With additional information and questions to help you explore and discuss what inspires and motivates humanists. Featuring George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans), Florence Dixie, Rosalind Franklin, and Lorraine Hansberry.
Read the the stories of four amazing humanist women who changed the world. With additional information and questions to help you explore and discuss what inspires and motivates humanists. Featuring George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans), Florence Dixie, Rosalind Franklin, and Lorraine Hansberry.
From ancient India, China, and Greece, through the Enlightenment, to the formation of the first humanist organisations in the 19th century.
From its foundation as the Union of Ethical Societies in 1896 to the biggest charity representing the non-religious today.
The work of humanist individuals and organisations to further peace and international cooperation in the 20th century.
Where around the world can we find a history of humanist thought?
What have humanists done to influence the world in which we now live? What impact has their work had on human freedoms, rights, and equality?
Over 100 years of humanist namings, weddings, and funerals.
This short animation gives a concise overview of the humanist tradition, from its ancient roots to its organised expression in the modern era.
From ancient India, China, and Greece, through the Enlightenment, to the formation of the first humanist organisations in the 19th century.
From its foundation as the Union of Ethical Societies in 1896 to the biggest charity representing the non-religious today.
The work of humanist individuals and organisations to further peace and international cooperation in the 20th century.
Where around the world can we find a history of humanist thought?
What have humanists done to influence the world in which we now live? What impact has their work had on human freedoms, rights, and equality?
Over 100 years of humanist namings, weddings, and funerals.
This short animation gives a concise overview of the humanist tradition, from its ancient roots to its organised expression in the modern era.
Tim Whitmarsh from the University of Cambridge talks about humanism in the ancient Greek world.
From ancient India, China, and Greece, through the Enlightenment, to the formation of the first humanist organisations in the 19th century.
From its foundation as the Union of Ethical Societies in 1896 to the biggest charity representing the non-religious today.
The work of humanist individuals and organisations to further peace and international cooperation in the 20th century.
Where around the world can we find a history of humanist thought?
What have humanists done to influence the world in which we now live? What impact has their work had on human freedoms, rights, and equality?
Over 100 years of humanist namings, weddings, and funerals.
This short animation gives a concise overview of the humanist tradition, from its ancient roots to its organised expression in the modern era.
Tim Whitmarsh from the University of Cambridge talks about humanism in the ancient Greek world.
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