Understanding Humanism

We are 10 years old! What a decade! We've done all we can to support teachers with raising young people's understanding of humanism through resources, school visits, CPD, online courses, and more. Thanks to everyone who has supported us along the way! understandinghumanism.org.uk/articles/und...

Teachers, don't miss November's FREE CPD! Join us to deepen your humanist subject knowledge and get practical, ready-to-use ideas for teaching about non-religious worldviews. Weds 18 Nov (primary) or Thurs 19 Nov (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

Committed to a humanist approach to life? Good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people learn about humanism? Then you could make a great Humanists UK school speaker! Applications for our 5 December course close this Friday, 30 October. Find out more ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Visit Understanding Humanism to learn more about the humanist approach to life! Resources, films, courses, and more. understandinghumanism.org.uk

Looking to learn more about the humanist worldview? Our free, online course could be just what you need! Learn in your own time, at your own pace. Find out more today ⬇️ courses.understandinghumanism.org.uk/courses/intr...

Interested in helping to develop young people's understanding of humanism? There's still time to apply for our next online course for volunteer Humanists UK school speakers! It's on Saturday 5 December and applications close on Friday 30 October. Find out more ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Our short animation explains that secularism is a way of organising society that can be shared by people of different worldviews but who believe in the value of freedom of religion or belief. It's a way of living well together! understandinghumanism.org.uk/secularism/

Teachers, save your spot for November's FREE CPD webinars for teachers, designed to deepen humanist subject knowledge and give practical guidance for your planning and teaching. Weds 18 Nov (primary) or Thurs 19 Nov (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

For all your teaching needs to support young people's understanding of humanism and non-religious worldviews, check out Understanding Humanism! You'll find presentations, activities, films, student handouts, recommended books, courses, and school visitors. understandinghumanism.org.uk

Interested in helping to develop young people's understanding of humanism? Our next online course for new volunteer school speakers is on Saturday 5 December. Applications close on 30 October. Find out more and apply below! ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

For all your teaching needs to support young people's understanding of humanism and non-religious worldviews, check out Understanding Humanism! You'll find presentations, activities, films, student handouts, recommended books, courses, and school visitors. understandinghumanism.org.uk

Teachers, book now for next month's FREE CPD webinars for teachers, designed to deepen humanist subject knowledge whilst providing practical, ready-to-use classroom materials. Weds 18 Nov (primary) or Thurs 19 Nov (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

Humanists are often strong supporters of secularism. That means a state in which no worldview holds a privileged position and citizens are entitled to freedom of religion or belief. Watch our short animation to learn more! understandinghumanism.org.uk/secularism/

If you're also watching horror films, making pumpkin soup, and embracing all things spooky this October, please do join us for 'Ghostbusters' with author and folklorist @deborahhyde.bsky.social 21 October. Register now to join us online and learn more. humanists.uk/events/in-co...

Humanists don't believe in ghosts, but myth-busting 'paranormal' activity is something @newhumanist.bsky.social writers have been doing for over 140 years. Here's a quick look at the human fascination with all thing spooky, and the the evolution of horror. humanists.uk/2026/10/07/a...

Are you a humanist? A good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people learn about humanism? If so, you could apply to be a Humanists UK school speaker! Join us next Tuesday 13 October, for an informal online taster session, to find out more. Info below ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Curious about humanism? Explore our free, highly-rated online course! Learn at your own pace, on your own schedule, and deepen your understanding of humanism. Get started today ⬇️ courses.understandinghumanism.org.uk/courses/intr...

One for skeptic fans of the BBC Uncanny podcast, surely! Deborah is a leading expert in the history of belief in all things spooky. By taking the 'human' aspects of paranormal beliefs seriously - be it witchcraft, ghosts, or werewolves - she uncovers a lot about human nature and human societies.

On 21 October, in preparation for Halloween, why not join our online Humanist Heritage event on the history of supernatural beliefs and the sceptics and humanists who set out to debunk them. humanists.uk/events/in-co...

Curious about humanism? Explore our free, highly-rated online course! Learn at your own pace, on your own schedule, and deepen your understanding of humanism. Get started today ⬇️ courses.understandinghumanism.org.uk/courses/intr...

Are you a humanist? A good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people learn about humanism? If so, you could apply to be a Humanists UK school speaker! Join us next Tuesday 13 October, for an informal online taster session, to find out more. Info below ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Happy #WorldTeachersDay! Thank you teachers for all you do for young people today and for the future of all of us!

What does the Odyssey value when the gods are no moral guide? Join Tim Whitmarsh and Andrew Copson online on 10 November to explore Homer's poem beyond the Nolan film. Book your place now. humanists.uk/events/gods-...

How can we live well together in a society made up of people with different backgrounds and beliefs? The answer for many is secularism. Separation of powers, freedom of religion or belief, and equal treatment of all. Watch our animation to learn more! understandinghumanism.org.uk/secularism/

Are you a humanist? A good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people learn about humanism? If so, you could apply to be a Humanists UK school speaker! Come to our free, informal, online taster on Tuesday 13 October to find out more. Info below ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Looking to learn more about humanism? Try our online course! It's highly-rated, completely free and designed to help you deepen your knowledge, in your own time, at your own pace. Sign up below. ⬇️ courses.understandinghumanism.org.uk/courses/intr...

If we only have one life, how should we live it? In our beautiful short animation @profaliceroberts.bsky.social explains the importance of freedom, responsibilities, and connections. understandinghumanism.org.uk/res_films/on...

Do your students have questions about humanism? We offer free, trained, and accredited humanist school speakers across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Request a visit below. ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/school-speak...

Looking to learn more about humanism? Try our online course! It's highly-rated, completely free and designed to help you deepen your knowledge, in your own time, at your own pace. Sign up below. ⬇️ courses.understandinghumanism.org.uk/courses/intr...

Explore a humanist understanding of human nature and potential in our short animation! Humanists believe we can find joy, meaning, and purpose in life by making the most of our natural capacities. understandinghumanism.org.uk/res_films/hu...

Do your students have questions about humanism? We offer free, trained, and accredited humanist school speakers across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Request a visit below. ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/school-speak...

Explore a humanist understanding of human nature and potential in our short animation! Humanists believe we can find joy, meaning, and purpose in life by making the most of our natural capacities. understandinghumanism.org.uk/res_films/hu...

Our Vice President Alice Roberts on the humanist approach to life, as taken from the #TheLittleBookofHumanism, a recommended title for your #HumanistBookshelf!

Are you a humanist? A good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people learn about humanism? If so, you could apply to be a Humanists UK school speaker! Come to our free, informal, online taster on Tuesday 13 October to find out more. Info below ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

If we only have one life, how should we live it? In our beautiful short animation @profaliceroberts.bsky.social explains the importance of freedom, responsibilities, and connections. understandinghumanism.org.uk/res_films/on...

How can we live well together in a society made up of people with different backgrounds and beliefs? The answer for many is secularism. Separation of powers, freedom of religion or belief, and equal treatment of all. Watch our animation to learn more! understandinghumanism.org.uk/secularism/

Conway Hall’s long history of free-thinking and humanism is beautifully demonstrated in this virtual tour. It's a great learning resource for wider discussion on humanism and ethics too! understandinghumanism.org.uk/conway-hall-...

The home of humanism @conwayhall.bsky.social opened its doors #onthisday 1929. It is one of two surviving buildings in the UK built for the non-religious to gather and find community. heritage.humanists.uk/conway-hall/

If you're an RE teacher and you're not sure where to start with teaching about non-religious worldviews, we have everything you need! Free resources, school speakers, CPD webinars. It's all on Understanding Humanism! understandinghumanism.org.uk

Teachers, there's still time to book your spot at our FREE CPD webinars next week. They'll deepen subject knowledge and provide guidance for your classroom practice and planning. Tues 29 Sep (primary) or Thurs 1 Oct (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

Teachers, book now for our FREE autumn term CPD webinars! They'll deepen subject knowledge about humanism and provide practical takeaways for your planning and teaching. Tues 29 Sep (primary) or Thurs 1 Oct (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

Do you teach RE in a primary or secondary school? Do you want to include teaching about the non-religious? Then invite in a humanist school speaker to a share their story and answer your students' questions. understandinghumanism.org.uk/school-speak...

Are you a humanist? A good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people to learn about humanism? If so, you could apply to be a Humanists UK school speaker! Join our free introductory session on Tuesday 13 October to find out more. Info and registration below ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Humanists UK break down the humanist approach to life into five core areas of knowledge to support teaching and planning. 📅 29 September 2026, 16:00 -- 17:00 🔗 Humanists UK https://humanists.uk/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=2843 🔗RE Hubs calendar of events https://bit.ly/3GRgGbg

Teachers, there's still time to book your spot at our FREE CPD webinars next week. They'll deepen subject knowledge and provide guidance for your classroom practice and planning. Tues 29 Sep (primary) or Thurs 1 Oct (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

If you're an RE teacher and you're not sure where to start with teaching about non-religious worldviews, we have everything you need! Free resources, school speakers, CPD webinars. It's all on Understanding Humanism! understandinghumanism.org.uk

Are you an English teacher? We've got free resources on applying a humanist lens to better develop students’ understanding of GCSE English Literature texts. A great way to dig deeper and reveal more about characters, events, and themes. understandinghumanism.org.uk/english-lite...

Are you a humanist? A good communicator? Enthusiastic about helping young people to learn about humanism? If so, you could apply to be a Humanists UK school speaker! Join our free introductory session on Tuesday 13 October to find out more. Info and registration below ⬇️ humanists.uk/school-speak...

Teachers, book now for our FREE autumn term CPD webinars! They'll deepen subject knowledge about humanism and provide practical takeaways for your planning and teaching. Tues 29 Sep (primary) or Thurs 1 Oct (secondary), 16:00-17:00. Register below ⬇️ understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

Are you an English teacher? We've got free resources on applying a humanist lens to better develop students’ understanding of GCSE English Literature texts. A great way to dig deeper and reveal more about characters, events, and themes. understandinghumanism.org.uk/english-lite...