Reactions to the murder of Narendra Dabholkar
Outrage and huge protests have followed yesterday’s murder of Dr Narendra Dabholkar. The Humanist and rationalist community in India has reacted with dignified anger and…
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Leading Indian rationalist assassinated by gunmen
It is with deep shock and saddness that we report the assassination this morning (Tuesday, 20 August) of one of…
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IHEU protests “gratuitous, violent sentence” handed to Saudi liberal activist
A writer and activist known for his liberal views was sentenced on Monday to 600 lashes and 7 years in…
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After Marte’s pardon, IHEU joins call for reform in United Arab Emirates
It was reported yesterday that Marte Deborah Dalelv, a Norwegian citizen based in Qatar and on a work trip to…
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Asia Humanism Conference: Understanding Humanism
The Philippines Atheists and Agnostics Society (PATAS) recently held its first conference on Humanism with the theme “Breaking Barriers”. Humanism…
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“Speak, for the cup of hemlock is not yet on your lips” by jailed atheist blogger Asif Mohiuddin
Bangladeshi atheist blogger Asif Mohiuddin has been in prison since 3 April for "hurting religious beliefs". The formal charges…
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Prominent atheist blogger remains in danger pending blasphemy trial in Bangladesh
Asif Mohiuddin was imprisoned on 3 April for writing an openly atheist blog, which has been suspended under order by the Bangladesh…
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Humanists around the world celebrate World Humanist Day, 21 June 2013
Humanists around the world are celebrating World Humanist Day. The annual event is an opportunity for individuals to learn about…
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IHEU: Mauritania is making little progress on abolishing slavery
The International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU) has again crticised Mauritania for its failures to tackle endemic slavery in the…
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NGOs attack India over caste and Dalit rights
Several NGOs spoke out today (11 June 2013) at the Human Rights Council in Geneva about the appalling treatment of…
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Humanists Speak Out on Human Rights Abuse – UN Geneva
The international humanist team at the UN Geneva led by IHEU spoke three times in the debate on civil and…
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