A few weeks ago we went to NetRoots (a super cool conference with super cool people) - and we of course had to talk to every humanist we could find. First up: Michelle from Philly!

Most of the laws that make it illegal to be gay in over 50 countries were written by British colonizers and were never repealed. Jack Harrison-Quintana has spent his career with the activists living under them. New episode of How to Humanist out now.

It's Octavia Butler's birthday! Two decades after her passing, her work remains truly visionary - defying genre to explore facets of humanity that most authors of her time were unable or unwilling to face.

It's World Humanist Day! Humanists come in all shapes and sizes, but we all share an open mind, love for our neighbors, and a stack of books that we PROMISE we're getting around to reading, for real this time.

IT'S INTERN SEASON!!! This year, we have six awesome students joining us across two organizations and five departments. Their experiences ranges from environmental advocacy to journalism, and they share a passion for building a world based on compassion, joy, and equity!

Juneteenth is a reminder that liberation will always demand more of allyship than posting a black square on social media. The humanist movement has long centered whiteness while calling itself universal. That's not a bug we're still working out; it's a pattern we have to actively dismantle.

We just had Amanda of @yesterqueers.com on the pod! Amanda tells the stories from queer history that have been buried by white supremacy and patriarchy. On How to Humanist, she makes the case that history belongs to all of us! Listen wherever you get your podcasts! (Link in our bio)

Fish Stark of @americanhumanist.bsky.social explains how religious freedom is more than just about the right to pray, it is foundational to protecting all the civil and human rights that we have in the United States.

This week in Shay Does Pride...Drag Queen Story Hour!!! Drag Story Hours are for folks of all ages, and there might even be one happening at a public library near YOU!! Check out DragStoryHour.org for more information, and tune in every Wednesday in June for more pride adventures!

Worried you missed your chance to grab discounted conference tickets? FEAR NOT, DEAR HUMANIST!!! Our early-bird pricing has been extended by a whole week! Head to Conference.AmericanHumanist.org (link also in our bio) to snag tickets!

We asked leading scholars, theologians, and civic leaders a simple question: What does religious liberty mean to you? Their answers paint a picture of pluralism, agency, and dignity. Read their stories at the link in our bio!

In a new report from CAP, @americanhumanist.bsky.social, @americansunited.bsky.social, and @interfaithalliance.org diverse voices come together in an expression of solidarity to share why religious freedom matters and to protect religious freedom for all. https://ampr.gs/43CdgRH

What does it mean to actually remember someone? Amanda W. Timpson of Yesterqueers is devoting her career doing restorative queer history, making sure the people who got written out of the record get written back in and accurately. Now playing on the How to Humanist podcast!

The Trump admin's counterterrorism strategy lists being "radically pro-transgender" as a threat. Cool, we'll be that. https://thehumanist.com/commentary/deeper-into-the-mechanisms-of-donald-trumps-censorship-regime

6 years after the passing of John Lewis, communities across the country will come together for a Weekend of Action to support their community members in exercising their freedom to vote. Lear more and sign up to host or attend a Good Trouble Event in your community at the link in our bio!

Just 60 years ago, the Loving’s marriage was illegal. Their case was a landmark in the American fight for the right to love freely. Today, that right is under attack - in our culture, and in our halls of power. If you want to help protect equality, head to AmericanHumanist.org/EqualityAct!

When 2 letters is "too complex"... come on, dude. Sign up for our newsletter to stay posted on how we're pushing back!

Strength comes from diversity, not conformity. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, we’ve asked leaders from different traditions what religious liberty means to them. Our full report is available on 6/16 @interfaithalliance.org @americanprogress.bsky.social @americansunited.bsky.social

In case you missed it... there's another episode of How to Humanist out! In this episode, author, designer, and public speaker Shane Lukas breaks down the foster care system from the perspective of a humanist. Listen now, wherever you get your podcasts!

The Department of Defense used to recognize well over 200 religions. Now it recognizes 31, 22 of which are Christian denominations. "Atheist" and "humanist" are not recognized. Read our full statement at the link in our bio.

Can you believe Shay had NEVER been to a drag show before?? Neither could we! Follow along with Shay's First Pride (videos every Wednesday-ish in June) to learn about queer history, culture, and ongoing struggles for joy and justice.

Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission elevates some voices, and ignores others. In response, we’ve brought together diverse voices to tell us what religious liberty looks like to them. Full report available 6/16! @interfaithalliance.org @americanprogress.bsky.social @americansunited.bsky.social

The numbers are in... the American Empathy Project was a HIT!!! Huge thanks to every single one of the (1800+) organizers and volunteers who helped out a neighbor on May 2nd. The world is a better place because if you!

What if you became a foster parent? This episode is about what it looks like when humanists step up, why the need is bigger than most people realize, and what kids in the system are missing without more options like that. New How to Humanist episode out now with Shane Lukas!

One week left of early-bird pricing for our annual conference! It's entirely online this year, so you can join from anywhere. Head to Conference.AmericanHumanist.org (link also in our bio) to snag the discounted tickets while they last!

Hegseth has just reduced the military's list of recognized religious labels to 31. 21 are Christian denominations...whereas the 29% of nonreligious Americans have the luxury of choosing between "agnostic" and "no religion". The math isn't math-ing.

You know the drill - grocery prices hit an all-time high, and the government decides it's time to start doing evil shit to trans people. Makes sense 😵‍💫. Take 60 seconds, head to AmericanHumanist.org/EqualityAct (link also in our bio), and push your representatives to protect our LGBTQ+ siblings!

There are more guns in the United States than people. Nearly 130 Americans are killed by guns every day. If you think these numbers are scary and bad (which for the record, you should) - check out these three amazing organizations working to combat gun violence!

In case you missed it... This week's episode of How to Humanist features the amazing Cain Culto! To catch up, tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

On International Sex Workers Day and a reminder that dignity and autonomy aren't privileges you earn by doing work people are "comfortable" with. We stand with sex workers in their fight for safety, decriminalization, and the right to be seen as full human beings deserving of rights and respect.

It's Pride Month, and we just had to kick things off with none other than Cain Culto joining us on the How to Humanist podcast! Cain Culto is one of the most compelling artists on a meteoric rise, and once you experience his music it's clear to see why. New episodes out each Monday!

Sikivu is an accomplished author, creative, and organizer. She’s the leader of Black Skeptics Los Angeles, and is heavily involved in local youth education, with a focus on empowering Black queer and gender-expansive youth. Watch the full interview at the link in our bio!

Humanists don't look away from suffering. Call your representatives at 202-224-3121 and demand these centers close.

The pope's recent encyclical is 42,300 words, and honestly, most of them are pretty solid. What's your hot take on AI? Let us know in the comments!

If you haven't been listening to How to Humanist... you've been missing out on some pretty awesome guests! Tune in at the link in our bio, or wherever you get your podcasts!

"I'll pray for you" rolls off the tongue. For humanists, nothing quite replaces it. Dave Larue isn't sure anything should... Because it turns out we might already be praying without even knowing it. Read the full piece: https://thehumanist.com/commentary/how-to-pray-without-believing

We stuck to five, but #6 would have been those frozen meals that are WAY smaller than the picture on the box.

Can you still have friends who believe in God if you don't? Shay invited her Christian bestie of nearly 20 years, Cheryl Anscombe, to join her on How to Humanist to find out. Turns out love, respect and curiosity go a long way. New episode of How to Humanist out now.

In May of 2020, George Floyd was murdered by police officer Derek Chauvin. In 2026, 450+ people have been murdered by police. As humanists, we cannot remain apathetic while our tax dollars pay for the murder of our neighbors. Check out these organizations - get educated, and get involved!

Joy Bomb Social Center, one of our American Empathy Project grantees, used their funding to revamp their multi-purpose community space! If you're in the Northwest Indiana area, check them out!

Blasphemers, bigots, and basement-dwellers... our public Facebook profile attracts society's best and brightest. Fortunately, the AHA comms team is just WAITING for a reason to use our significant mental library of comebacks. Oh, also - we get paid for this.

Harvey Milk didn't live to see marriage equality, LGBTQ+ representation in Congress, or millions marching every Pride. But he helped make all of it possible, and the movement he helped build has never stopped. Neither will we. Happy birthday, Harvey.

Tonight, Stephen Colbert will host the last episode of The Late Show. Colbert's departure is ominous - a symptom of widespread restriction on free expression. We remember him for his wit, his bold speech, and that one time he made fun of the Happy Humanist! @colbertlateshow.bsky.social

@barrettpall.bsky.social does not stop -- and we mean that in the best way. Honored to be partnered with someone who shows up this consistently for people who can't yet do it for themselves. Proud Love Army members. Go follow him.

Three people were killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego yesterday, and their families and community are now left to grieve them. Anti-Muslim hate does not belong in this country. No one should have to fear for their life because of who they are or what they believe.

In Norway humanism is just normal. Nobody has to explain it, fight for it, or justify it. Christian Lomsdalen, president of the Norwegian Humanist Association, is here to make the rest of us very jealous. New episode of How to Humanist out now.

It's International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia! While you're here... quick reminder that transphobia has no place in the humanist community. If you don't support our trans siblings, you can find another movement to be part of. That's all!

Sean and the folks at Humanists of Topeka made an impact on May 2nd - not just for the recipients of their meal and hygiene kits, but for their own community of humanists. Check out Humanists of Topeka and support their work at HumanistsOfTopeka.Org!

Are we... terrorists now? Weird! At least we're in good company with all the transgender, nonbinary, and antifascist folks out there! Head to AmericanHumanist.org/DayOfReason to help us push back against Trump administration's super cringy obsession with white Christian nationalism!

This weekend, Trump is trying to rededicate America as a "Christian Nation". How about we rededicate ourselves back to reality?  250 years ago, our founders created America to be free from religion. And my colleagues in the Freethought Caucus have the receipts.