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In this episode, Andrew speaks to broadcaster and Humanist Society Scotland celebrant, Carol Smillie about what she believes, from collaborative environments, the diversity of human stories, taking on taboos and injustices, and building your own life story.
Prof AC Grayling at Humanist Society Scotland conference May 2019. Grayling presents his 'Roots and Fruits of Humanism' where he discusses the history of rational thought and the benefits of a Humanist outlook on life.
What are your views on the best ways to protect atheists who are in danger due to their lack of belief? Armin Navabi and Gary McLelland discuss protecting atheists worldwide. Please consider supporting us on: http://www.atheistrepublic.com/ In order for us to be able to continue the Atheist Republic, we need your help. We think if we reach 100 patrons we'll finally be able to afford all our costs. Help us get there: https://www.patreon.com/atheistrepublic Subscribe to the Atheist Republic newsletter to make sure you don't miss any of these episodes and other news and updates from us: http://www.atheistrepublic.com/newsletter Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/NF_Xpof7MIA International Humanist and Ethical Union is the global representative body of the humanist movement, uniting a diversity of non-religious organisations and individuals. We want everyone to live a life of dignity in a world where universal human rights are respected and protected, and where states uphold secularism. We work to build, support and represent the global humanist movement, defending human rights, particularly those of non-religious people, and promoting humanist values world-wide. https://iheu.org/ Freedom of Thought Report: http://freethoughtreport.com Gary McLelland joined IHEU as the CEO in February 2017. Before this he worked for the Humanist Society Scotland since 2013 as Head of Communications and Public Affairs. He has also previously served as a Board member of the European Humanist Federation based in Brussels, as well as a board member of the Scottish Joint Committee on Religious and Moral Education. Before working in Humanist campaigning, Gary worked for a global citizenship project at the Mercy Corps European headquarters in Edinburgh, and also in policy and service delivery in education and social work. He has a BSc (hons) in psychology, a diploma in childhood and youth studies and master’s in human rights law, in which he researched the approach of the European Court of Human Rights and the United Nations’ approach to so-called ‘blasphemy laws’.
Craig Campbell and Drew Smithsimmons are both registered Celebrants with Humanist Society Scotland with years of experience. In this episode they discuss the role in detail, what makes a good celebrant and shed light on what people can expect from a Humanist ceremony.
Humanitie is a podcast provided by Humanist Society Scotland that aims to look at the many ethical, rational and scientific issues that are tied within a Humanist outlook.Fraser Sutherland is the Campaigns and Communications Manager for Humanist Society Scotland and in this episode we look at what Humanism is, and what the main goals of the Humanist Society are...