Humanist Society Scotland Policy and Campaigns Officer Joe shares his grandad's story and outlines his support for assisted dying| Humanist Society Scotland
Month: July 2025| Humanist Society Scotland
The Scottish Parliament will soon vote on a new Bill to reform opt-out rights for religious observance in schools. With our new letter template, you can tell your MSPs why school pupils deserve the right to opt themselves out. Support... The post Take action to end compulsory religious worship in schools! Contact your MSPs, donate to our campaign fundraiser appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Fraser was giving evidence to the Holyrood equalities, human rights and civil justice committee, as part of the Scottish Parliament’s scrutiny of the religious observance bill. Our CEO Fraser Sutherland appeared at a meeting of the Holyrood equalities committee this... The post Our CEO makes case for ending compulsory worship in schools to Holyrood committee appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Questions from MSPs Emma Roddick and Elena Whitham highlight the ‘hierarchy of beliefs’ created by new opt out rights for religious worship in schools. The Scottish Government also responded to our new report, Preaching is not Teaching, which finds that... The post MSPs question Scottish Government on ‘widespread Christian worship’ in schools appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
State schools in Scotland are required to provide compulsory acts of religious observance. How can we still justify this in a secular democracy? Our new report, Preaching is Not Teaching, draws on testimony from parents, teachers, and pupils to reveal... The post We launch landmark report, Preaching is not Teaching, on religious observance in Scottish schools. appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Raised in US evangelism, psychologist Darrel Ray formed Recovering from Religion in 2009. He spoke to our Communications Manager Greg about the group’s sister campaign, The Secular Therapy Project, which Darrel is bringing to the UK for a forthcoming tour,... The post Humanist Society interview series: Darrel Ray on Secular Therapy and his UK tour appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our allies at Engender, with whom we work on reproductive rights and more, have launched a new campaign highlighting misogyny in the Scottish political system. As their Development Officer for Equal Representation Noomi Anyanwu points out, the results are shocking.... The post “We can’t win here with someone who looks like her”: Engender’s Noomi Anyanwu on women’s experiences of the Scottish election process appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
As part of our campaign on climate change and the nature crises, we are proud members of Stop Climate Chaos Scotland. The group’s Coalition Manager Becky Kenton-Lake tells us about their upcoming mass climate lobby, a chance to ask for... The post Humanist Society interview series: Becky Kenton-Lake on Stop Climate Chaos Scotland’s mass climate lobby appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
In a new, in-depth article for our news blog, humanist hero and and freed religious prisoner Mubarak Bala tells us about his background in an ultra-conservative region of Nigeria, how he became a prisoner of conscience, and the hope and... The post Mubarak Bala on humanism, imprisonment, and hope appeared first on Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
We're sharing our CEO Fraser Sutherland's inaugural speech as a board member of Humanists International, presented in Luxembourg this month.| Humanist Society Scotland
Category: International| Humanist Society Scotland
Month: June 2024| Humanist Society Scotland
Month: May 2024| Humanist Society Scotland
Month: April 2024| Humanist Society Scotland
Assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales is one step closer to legalisation, as bill passes Commons.| Humanist Society Scotland
We welcome the news that the Church of Scotland is to shift its position on assisted dying to one of neutrality.| Humanist Society Scotland
Month: March 2024| Humanist Society Scotland
Month: June 2025| Humanist Society Scotland
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We our delighted that our CEO Fraser Sutherland was elected to the board of Humanists International at the organisation's annual conference.| Humanist Society Scotland
We back open letter calling for Police Scotland to reject "disgraceful" new guidelines on investigating abortions.| Humanist Society Scotland
In a new instalment in our interview series, we speak to Green MSP Maggie Kinloch about how to end conversion practices.| Humanist Society Scotland
Falkirk Council becomes eleventh council in Scotland to remove voting rights on local education from unelected religious representatives.| Humanist Society Scotland
Pictures from our big dance party to celebrate the 20th anniversary of legal humanist marriage in Scotland| Humanist Society Scotland
Interview with Ivan Middleton, celebrant who delivered first legal humanist wedding ceremony in Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
We are delighted to be celebrating the twentieth anniversary of humanist marriage in Scotland, which was legalised in June 2005.| Humanist Society Scotland
Share your story of religious observance in Scottish schools to prove to the government that pupils need independent opt-out rights.| Humanist Society Scotland
Campaigner and legal scholar Brian Dempsey looks back on the campaign to repeal Section 28 and draws lessons for today.| Humanist Society Scotland
During his Programme for Government announcement on 6 May, John Swinney confirmed Scottish Government had shelved a watertight bill to end conversion practices. Our Policy and Campaigns Officer Joe Higgins responds. What has happened? Earlier this month, the Scottish government...| Humanist Society Scotland
We are delighted that a once-in-a-generation bill to legalise assisted dying in Scotland has passed a first-stage vote.| Humanist Society Scotland
Nnenna Onwukwe, Communications Associate for the Secular Coalition for America, tells us about the erosion of press freedoms in Trump's USA.| Humanist Society Scotland
Holyrood health committee has adopted a neutral stance on assisted dying in its newly published report on Liam McArthur's bill.| Humanist Society Scotland
Category: Religion| Humanist Society Scotland
We take a deep dive into new data from the census 2022 which shows LGBT+ are much more likely not to identify with organised religion.| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist Society Scotland attended the Scottish Covid inquiry to give evidence on the impact of Covid-19 on weddings and funerals.| Humanist Society Scotland
Martin MacEwan tells us about his new book on humanist and Stoicist ethics, written to raise money for Humanist Society Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Interview with Humanist Society Scotland celebrant Mandy, one of the first 12 to deliver legal weddings in Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Glasgow Humanists Convenor Dorrit Pritchard tells us why she is an atheist and a humanist, touching on the role of women in some religions.| Humanist Society Scotland
As the second humanist to address the Scottish Parliament in 2025, Laura talked about the importance of belonging and ensuring that all people feel accepted and included in their communities. We were proud to see one of our celebrants, Laura...| Humanist Society Scotland
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Category: Events| Humanist Society Scotland
At our next book group we will mark Demystifying Death Week by discussing Evie King's Ashes to Admin, on being a council funeral officer.| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist Society Scotland welcomes the decision of the Royal College of GPs to drop its opposition to assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
Video shows Scottish Family Party staging protest inside buffer zone in Aberdeen and surrounding a young woman on the ground.| Humanist Society Scotland
Criticism of Scottish government's religious observance bill reaches national press, as MSP query commitment to children's rights.| Humanist Society Scotland
Teacher and campaigner Gemma Clark on how to tackle misogyny and violence against girls in Scottish schools with a humanist approach.| Humanist Society Scotland
Patrick Harvie MSP tells us why he supports assisted dying legislation for Scotland, and shares his experiences of working on past bills.| Humanist Society Scotland
MSPs question compulsory religious observance in Holyrood, as we share thoughts in exclusive interview with The Scotsman.| Humanist Society Scotland
We are offering individuals and groups across Scotland the chance to apply for up to £250 to support activities celebrating humanism.| Humanist Society Scotland
Anti-abortion campaigners have held protests near abortion services in Glasgow for the first time since buffer zones were introduced.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our new letter template allows you to share your personal stories with MSPs to encourage them to back assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
A fact check on the recent arrest of an anti-abortion activist in Glasgow, and the realities of what buffer zone laws mean.| Humanist Society Scotland
In a guest article for our news blog playwright Eimi Quinn writes about tackling assisted dying in a funny and thought-provoking way.| Humanist Society Scotland
We support a person’s right to live as and be legally recognised as the gender that they identify with. Support the Gender Recognition Act.| Humanist Society Scotland
Learn about our campaign to end conversion practices in Scotland and to offer better support to those affected by it.| Humanist Society Scotland
We've backed a petition for Scotland to provide abortion care up to the legal limit, solving serious problems of provision.| Humanist Society Scotland
We are proud that Humanist Society Scotland celebrant Senga Ishaq has delivered Time for Reflection at Scottish Parliament.| Humanist Society Scotland
The Children's Commissioner for Scotland has told Scottish Government its current plans around religious observance risk children's rights.| Humanist Society Scotland
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Category: Ceremonies| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist celebrant Lindsey Brunton remembers her friend, the humanist campaigner Fiona McLean, who has sadly died.| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist celebrant Jackie Grant remembers her friend Les Reid, a campaigner based in Edinburgh who was active in many humanist causes.| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist Cathy Crawford remembers her friend and mentor Joan Gibson, who sadly died last year at the age of 81.| Humanist Society Scotland
Emma Wadsworth-Jones of Humanists International talks us through the key findings of this year's Freedom of Thought Report.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our CEO Fraser Sutherland gave evidence to Holyrood's Health, Social, Care, and Support Committee outlining our support for assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
President of the Humanist Association of Nigeria Mubarak Bala has been freed from prison in Nigeria after his imprisonment for blasphemy.| Humanist Society Scotland
We outline our goals and priorities for 2025, including legalising assisted dying, decriminalising abortion, and ending conversion practices.| Humanist Society Scotland
The Catholic church has slammed Scottish government plans on religious observance, but their critique is wholly misguided.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our CEO Fraser Sutherland talks us through his winter passion: the quintessential Scottish sport of curling.| Humanist Society Scotland
We spoke to Matt Cormack of the Scottish Pagan Federation about what the winter solstice means for the country's Pagan community.| Humanist Society Scotland
What a year it’s been. With religious authoritarianism on the march around the world, let’s take some time to celebrate the many victories for humanism in 2024. Here a round up of campaigns and news moments from across the year....| Humanist Society Scotland
Have your say on a Scottish government consultation on their flawed religious observance bill, which will not give pupils full rights.| Humanist Society Scotland
A bill to introduce assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales has passed a first vote in Westminster.| Humanist Society Scotland
We write to The Herald over inaccurate and scaremongering article on assisted dying which suggests safeguards are weak.| Humanist Society Scotland
We speak to new Humanist Society Scotland chair Jennifer Buchan about her journey towards humanism and want she wants to achieve in post.| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist Society Scotland is Scotland's national humanist charity, campaigning on behalf of its members for an ethical future| Humanist Society Scotland
A historic vote for assisted dying in England and Wales has just passed. But what does it mean for us? Assisted dying and devolution With assisted dying passing an initial reading at Westminster, terminally ill people in England and Wales...| Humanist Society Scotland
We are delighted to welcome actor and campaigner Brian Cox as our new ambassador for Humanist Society Scotland| Humanist Society Scotland
Photo-highlights of Humanist wreath-laying ceremonies across Scotland for Remembrance Day and Remembrance Sunday 2024.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our CEO Fraser Sutherland spoke to The National about connections between anti-assisted dying commentators and the radical religious right.| Humanist Society Scotland
This week we received an important update from the Scottish Government on compulsory religious observance in schools. Ministers’ proposals fall far short of what is required to comply with their own landmark children’s rights legislation. Our My Beliefs, My Choice...| Humanist Society Scotland
Assisted dying campaigner Joanne Easton shares the story of her father's death and explains why we need assisted dying now.| Humanist Society Scotland
In a guest article for our news blog, MSP Rona Mackay makes a passionate case for choice, dignity, and compassion at the end of life.| Humanist Society Scotland
Following the sad death of humanist celebrant and campaigner Kate Buchanan, her friend and colleague Penelope Hamilton pays tribute.| Humanist Society Scotland
We write to the Scottish parliament's health committee to protest non-invite to terminally ill people to give evidence on assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
We look back on our Festival of Humanism 2024, including talks on assisted dying, conversion practices, religion in schools, and more.| Humanist Society Scotland
We are sad to report to loss of Kate Buchanan, a Humanist Society Scotland celebrant and passionate campaigner for assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our CEO Fraser Sutherland spoke to the Herald for a long read interview touching on assisted dying, abortion rights, LGBT rights and more.| Humanist Society Scotland
We spoke to former equalities minister Emma Roddick MSP about the need to end anti-LGBT conversion practices in Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Holyrood's health committee has published recommendations on implementing buffer zones around abortion facilities.| Humanist Society Scotland
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Category: Freedom of Thought| Humanist Society Scotland
Category: Education| Humanist Society Scotland
In Scotland children and young people have no right to opt themselves out of acts of religious observance at school. We call on the Scottish Government to make all religious observance in Scottish schools opt in.| Humanist Society Scotland
We share our response to the Scottish government's consultation on ending conversion practices in Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Ahead of the Programme for Government 2024-25, Humanist Society Scotland has set out our priorities for the year ahead.| Humanist Society Scotland
Why become a member of Humanist Society Scotland? We are Scotland’s national humanist charity and voice, and we have campaigned for a secular society and on human rights issues since 1989. Your membership will help to fund our campaign work...| Humanist Society Scotland
Category: Reproductive Rights| Humanist Society Scotland