Q&A at #HumanistsUK2025: 'Do humanists in Parliament have a view on decriminalising abortion?'
A resounding 'Yes. Decriminalise it!' from @lizzicollinge.bsky.social
Stand up for abortion rights. Add your name to our petition. humanists.uk/action/prote...
If you’re joining us at #HumanistsUK2025 next weekend and want even more – or if you couldn't make the convention – we've got you covered! @andrewcopson.bsky.social will be in conversation with Sheffield Humanists discussing 'Secularism, peace, and stability' on 16 June.
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Time's almost up! General ticket sales for Humanists UK Convention 2025 end tonight, Friday 2 May, at 23:59 – and we have fewer than ten tickets remaining. Been meaning to pick up yours? Book now to avoid disappointment. #HumanistsUK2025 humanists.uk/2025/05/02/t...
General ticket sales end Friday! Have you been meaning to buy tickets to our summer festival of humanism, but haven't got around to it yet? If so, this is your chance to snap up your tickets and join us in Sheffield this June #HumanistsUK2025.
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The highlight event of our year – #HumanistsUK2025 – is just 44 days away! General ticket sales end this Friday, so if you've been meaning to purchase yours, book now to avoid disappointment, and we'll see you in Sheffield for our summer festival of humanism 🎉☀️
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Our #HumanistHeritage Coordinator Madeleine Goodall will speak at #HumanistsUK2025 in a session exploring the lives of humanists who changed society. The Convention will take place from 13–15 June 2025 at the Octagon Centre in Sheffield. More info and tickets 🎫⬇️ humanists.uk/2025/04/24/h...
Cartoonist and graphic novelist Paul ‘Polyp’ Fitzgerald will speak at #HumanistsUK2025. Paul will join our #HumanistHeritage Coordinator Madeleine Goodall for a fascinating exploration of #HumanistHeritage. Tickets 🎫👇
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Really looking forward to this. @drkatedevlin.bsky.social's work not only highlights the ethical challenges we face, but also emphasises the importance of shaping AI development in a way that benefits everyone. Get your tickets #HumanistsUK2025.
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Richard’s philosophical contributions over decades are and have been instrumental in illuminating the enduring relevance of humanism today. We're really looking forward to hearing from him at #HumanistsUK2025 in Sheffield. For more info and tickets, visit our website 👇
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Katherine's work provides a crucial warning about the organised attack on secular democracy. Her investigation into religious nationalism reveals threats extending far beyond the US, with funding from 'dark money' sources.
@katherinestewart.bsky.social #HumanistsUK2025
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Richard’s research is so crucial because it brings much-needed rigorous evidence to bear on perhaps the most important question we face: how can we actively design and build a society that genuinely promotes human flourishing for everyone? #HumanistsUK2025
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Dr Ibrahim brings a wealth of critical perspectives on the forces quickly reshaping our world. His analysis of the challenges faced by liberal democracy will be invaluable to #HumanistsUK2025 attendees – and will no doubt lead to some fierce and thoughtful discussion.
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Alfredo’s work embodies the spirit of curiosity that all humanists should value. We are excited to welcome him to Humanists UK Convention 2025 and look forward to his illuminating talk on the invisible wonders of the cosmos.
@drcarpineti.bsky.social #HumanistsUK2025
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To see more speakers, read additional details about those featured above, learn more about #HumanistsUK2025, and book your place to join us 13-15 June in Sheffield, visit our website: humanists.uk/events/conve...
Lizzi Collinge is Labour MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale and Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group. A powerful voice for evidence-based policy, she champions humanist perspectives in legislation and works to integrate humanist values. #HumanistsUK2025
Harvey Whitehouse is an Oxford anthropologist studying human cultural evolution through fieldwork with Papua New Guinea cults and during the Arab Spring. His book 'Inheritance' reveals how evolutionary psychology shaped society and offers insights on global challenges. #HumanistsUK2025
Deborah Hyde is a folklorist and cultural anthropologist who edited Skeptic magazine for a decade. A film industry professional exploring why people believe in supernatural phenomena, she approaches mysteries through psychological and historical lenses. #HumanistsUK2025
Azeem Ibrahim is a Research Professor and OBE recipient studying global authoritarianism. His book 'Authoritarian Century' examines threats to liberal democracy. Following fellowships at Oxford, Harvard, and Yale, his analysis focuses on resistance. #HumanistsUK2025
Katherine Stewart is a New York Times bestselling author investigating religious nationalism's threat to democracy. Her latest book 'Money, Lies, and God' provides revealing insights on movements undermining democratic institutions worldwide. #HumanistsUK2025
Alfredo Carpineti is an astrophysicist, IFLScience correspondent, and founder of Pride in STEM supporting LGBT people in science. His upcoming book 'Invisible Rainbows' explores astronomy beyond human perception, revealing cosmic discoveries we can measure. #HumanistsUK2025
Helen Czerski is a physicist, oceanographer, and broadcaster who makes complex science accessible through BBC documentaries. Her book 'Blue Machine' reveals how oceans shape our world, offering a fascinating perspective on the physics of our planet's waters. #HumanistsUK2025
Will Storr is an award-winning writer exploring human psychology through books like 'The Status Game.' A former human rights journalist reporting across four continents, his insights on status-seeking behaviour have illuminating the drivers of human behaviour. #HumanistsUK2025
Sara Wahedi is an Afghan-Canadian tech entrepreneur who founded Ehtesab, Afghanistan's first civic technology startup. Her app has sent over 250,000 security alerts to Kabul residents. A TIME Next Generation Leader, her innovative technology combats misinformation. #HumanistsUK2025
Our Convention brings together remarkable speakers from across fields spanning astrophysics, anthropology, political journalism, AI, economics, philosophy, tech, moral philosophy, cultural history, and more. Let's take a look at some of the #HumanistsUK2025 speakers 🧵👀
The countdown is on! Only 67 days until our biggest event of the year, the #HumanistsUK2025 Convention. Book now to join us 13-15 June for a full weekend of politics, science, history, philosophy, culture, and entertainment. Celebrate #WorldHumanistDay in style 🎉
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