Join our November webinar for GCSE RS teachers! We're sharing strategies and resources to help with improving pupil responses on non-religious perspectives. Find out more and book to join us below - Thursday 20 November, 16:00-17:00. understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

In case you missed it: The UK Govt confirmed it will extend legal recognition to humanist marriages in England and Wales. 🎉 After more than a decade of campaigning, it’s no longer a question of if – but when. Humanist couples will have the recognition they deserve. humanists.uk/2025/10/02/c...

5 ideas for planning the perfect non-religious naming ceremony! humanists.uk/ceremonies/n...

I love an Autumn wedding and have attached a photo from one of my favourites last year

When you segregate children by religion, as faith schools do, children are also segregated by ethnic background. This would be literally unacceptable in any other circumstance. Why then, is it part of our state school system? humanists.uk/2025/09/26/u...

Thinking of writing your own wedding vows? 💍 It can feel daunting — but it’s really about speaking from the heart. I’ve put together a gentle guide to help you shape promises that are personal, meaningful and truly you. Click here for more : margaretmulhollandhumanistcelebrant.com/how-to-write...

Crucial step forward for the #AssistedDyingBill. A powerful debate highlighting the need for compassion, dignity, & individual choice. Thank you to all those who spoke in support! humanists.uk/2025/09/19/a...

GNU Terry Pratchett. Our patron, whose wit, humanity, and imagination live on – in our memory, in the humanist values we share, and in his beautiful, wonderful, and beloved books.

A wedding without religious content doesn’t mean a ceremony without cultural traditions! Mercedes and Nurkanat chose to include meaningful rituals that celebrated their cultures, such as jumping the broom, a tea ceremony, and including traditional Kyrgz wedding attire. humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

We know that planning a funeral can be a stressful and often overwhelming time. Our easy-to-use map is a simple way to find highly trained humanist funeral celebrants who are local to you. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Did you know that the majority of British adults are non-religious? Here's how it breaks down (British Social Attitudes Survey).

Sir Nicholas Winton was a British humanist who organised the Kindertransport humanitarian rescue of hundreds of children from Nazi-occupied Europe. His life demonstrated his belief: that people did not need religion to live good, ethical lives. He exemplified 'Think for yourself, act for everyone.'

Well done, Netherlands! www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/10/n...

In Northern Ireland, where humanist marriages are legally recognised (& only since 2018), they've become the 3rd most popular type of marriage. Mind boggling that the UK Government is yet to follow suit for England and Wales! www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...

It's official: 15% of all marriages in Northern Ireland last year were humanist marriages. Northern Ireland has become a trailblazer for humanist marriages. These numbers should inspire change at last in England & Wales, where legal recognition is still lacking!

Peers aren’t elected, and some may believe they can ignore the public. A large, visible demonstration in Parliament Square will remind them that the country is watching. We must send the Lords a clear message: terminally ill people deserve compassion, dignity, and the freedom to choose.

'The meaning of life is to live it, as wholly as we can, as abundantly as we can, as bravely as we can, here and now.' A wonderful words by child psychologist, educationalist and humanist James Hemming ❤️#TheLittleBookofHumanism

What is humanism, anyway?

If you are interested in the origin of some of these traditions you might enjoy my blog :https://margaretmulhollandhumanistcelebrant.com/the-curious-origins-of-our-favourite-wedding-traditions/

Writer and humanist Richard Wright was born #onthisday in 1908. Author of 'Native Son' and 'Black Boy', he explored race, poverty, and prejudice in America, and later reflected deeply on religion, belief, and the human condition.

Have you done any death cleaning recently? Do your loved ones know if you’d prefer a non-religious funeral ceremony? Taking a little time to be organised in advance and talking about your wishes can make all the difference. 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

When someone dies, alongside the grief there’s often a wish to remember the happiness they brought to the lives of others. Funerals can be respectful while also including little moments of joy. Here our blog shares ideas for adding uplifting moments to a funeral.👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

‘I don’t like to go to the church with my school because it feels like I’m being forced to paint my room a colour I don’t like,' said one pupil. Tragic. This is the reality of forced prayer in schools. New timely report by @humanistsociety.bsky.social 👇 humanists.uk/2025/09/02/n...

'Death is a natural part of life. It makes sense for us to try not to be afraid of this, but instead to come to terms with it. Then we can focus on finding meaning and purpose in the here and now, making the most of the one life we know we have.' Stephen Fry in that #thatshumanism.

Humanists see the universe as a natural phenomenon with no supernatural side, and look to science to answer questions about the natural world. Humanists believe this life is the only life we have, so they focus on living well in the here and now, guided by empathy and our shared humanity ❤️

It’s #internationaldogday! So what better way to celebrate than a thread featuring prominent and historic humanists and their canine companions? Let us begin. Here's British philosopher and humanist Bertrand Russell, sharing a lovely moment with his dog.

Today is day one of #thatshumanism! 🎉 – our popular social media campaign featuring our much-loved animations with Stephen Fry. To celebrate, we're launching a brand-new series of posters designed for schools, teachers, and anyone curious about the humanist approach to life. 🧵

‘Humanists do not see that there is any obvious purpose to the universe, but that it is a natural phenomenon with no design behind it. Meaning is not something out there waiting to be discovered, but something that we create in our own lives.' Our patron Stephen Fry in #Thatshumanism 👌

Do you have questions about humanist weddings? we have answers! Here are our answers to some commonly asked questions about humanist weddings! 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/n...

With @kimleadbeatermp.bsky.social's #AssisteDyingBill soon reaching the Lords, supportive voices – including those of well-known public figures – will be crucial in highlighting why this is one of the defining issues of our time. Thank you, Pierce Brosnan! www.express.co.uk/celebrity-ne...

This guide provides information about humanist funerals and memorials to help you to decide if this could be the right way to honour your loved one. You can also speak with a humanist funeral celebrant to find out more about creating a non-religious funeral ceremony. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Changing your mind is a virtue, not a weakness. The story goes that John Maynard Keynes was accused of changing his mind about economic theory over the course of his life. He retorted simply: 'When my information changes, I alter my conclusions. What do you do, sir?'

What once seemed the work of gods, we now understand through science. But that doesn’t make it any less magnificent. To a humanist, it deepens our sense of wonder. Science reveals to us layers of elegance previously unimaginable. 515-mile-long lightning? So cool. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

We love what Clement Attlee had to say about 'tolerance and freedom' being one of the UK's strengths, which includes 'permitting people to disagree on matters of vital importance and yet continue to live together.'

This research reinforces what we’ve long known to be true: that children can grow up to be kind, ethical, and fulfilled without religion playing any part in their lives. Wonderful to read about children's natural curiosity for science, capacity for compassion, and awe in the natural world.

Peer-reviewed research – not social media influencers or clickbait headlines – offers the clearest lens through which to understand our world. But today, this evidence-based approach is under attack. Help us defend science in politics and public life. Join Humanists UK today. www.humanists.uk/join

The Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley was born on this day 1792. In addition to his prowess as a lyric poet, Shelley had strong humanist convictions which informed his life, his work, and his moral choices. heritage.humanists.uk/percy-bysshe...

Non-religious doesn't mean not having meaningful ceremonies. If you've had a direct cremation for a loved one, you can follow it with a heartfelt memorial or ashes-scattering ceremony led by a professional humanist celebrant, at a time and place that feels right. www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

Our patron Stephen Fry on the importance of seeing our common humanity in an increasingly fractured society. Listen to Stephen on the last episode of our #WhatIBelieve podcast today. A fantastic episode to end seven series of inspiring humanist conversations. Bingeworthy! humanists.uk/what-i-believe

What is a humanist, anyway? Well, let us get you started!

Are you planning a funeral for someone who wasn’t religious? A humanist funeral offers a meaningful and personal way to say goodbye, without religious content. You can use our simple map to find highly trained funeral celebrants local to you. 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Wise words on tolerance from Karl Popper – a former patron of ours – born #onthisday in 1902. You can find the full quote, as well as more about the astonishing work, life, and humanist legacy of Karl Popper on the #HumanistHeritage website. heritage.humanists.uk/karl-popper/

We adore a handfasting! 🪢 With roots in ancient Celtic tradition, this practice dates back over 2,000 years. The couple have their hands gently tied together with a ribbon or cord, symbolising their connection and commitment to one another. Literally tying the knot! humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

What is a humanist? Well, let us get you started!

Funerals can be emotional ceremonies, but they can also be filled with moments of warmth, laughter, and joy as we reflect on the person’s life, the relationships they created, and the impact leave behind. 💚 Our blog has some tips to help you find those uplifting moments humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...