Purpose of the Institute

The Humanist Institute exists to equip humanists to become effective leaders, spokespersons, and advocates in a variety of organizational settings, including within the humanist movement itself.  We explore humanist values and train future leaders.

What is Humanism?

Life in this world is the central and defining focus of humanism. We envision a world in which every individual's worth is respected, and human freedom and behaving responsibly are natural aspirations.

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Changes for The Humanist Institute

Humanist Institute Students to be Awarded Graduate Degree Credits by Saybrook University

For Immediate Release

Contact: Humanist Institute Executive Director Kristin Wintermute, kwintermute@mninter.net, 763-545-8941

April 23, 2013 | Read More

National Ad Campaign to Promote KIDSWITHOUTGOD.COM on Buses and Online

In an effort to strengthen and support kids and teenagers who don't happen to believe in a god, the American Humanist Association is promoting its newly created website: KidsWithoutGod.com.

November 14, 2012 | Read More

Remembering Paul Kurtz

Paul Kurtz, a founder of The Humanist Institute, is remembered by Herb Silverman in today's Washington Post blog.

October 23, 2012 | Read More

We Are Not Monsters: Revelry Trailer/Teaser

Being an atheists.  Everyone needs to watch this trailer.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_AzkoUzn74&feature=youtu.be

October 05, 2012 | Read More
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Upcoming Events

January 16

National Religious Freedom Day

February 12

Darwin Day

April 12 - April 14

The Humanist Institute Class Sessions & Board of Directors Meeting

New York City, NY
May 2

National Day of Reason

June 21

June Solstice