Understanding Humanism
Films: Society
What is secularism?
What is secularism and why do secularists believe it can support us to live well together in a diverse society? Click here for accompanying resources.
Protecting the environment
Environmental journalist, broadcaster, and author, Gaia Vince, presents a humanist case for protecting the environment.
What motivates humanist campaigners?
Watch Humanists UK’s Andrew Copson describe his and other humanists’ motivations
Building a better world
Chief Executive of Humanists UK Andrew Copson explains what lies behind the humanist motivation to improve our quality of life and introduces some of the desired features of a humanist society.
Is this the best time to live?
Steven Pinker, a psychologist and author, talks about how life on Earth has been getting better for humankind.
How have we made progress?
Steven Pinker, a psychologist and author, speaks about how science, reason and humanism have been drivers of progress.
How much work is still to be done?
Andrew Copson describes the current state of play when it comes to achieving humanist ideals in the world.
What is secularism?
‘Secularism’ is a highly misunderstood term, often misused in the media. In this video Chief Executive of Humanists UK, Andrew Copson, explains the meaning of secularism and the aims of a secular state.
The case for secularism
Andrew Copson, Chief Exec of Humanists UK, describes the arguments in favour of secularism and explains that you don’t have to be a humanist to be a secularist.
The state of secularism
Andrew Copson, Chief Exec of Humanists UK, reveals some of the dangers secularism faces around the globe today.
A warning: humanism under threat
Ian Dunt, editor of politics.co.uk, speaks about how humanist values are under threat under the current political climate.
