Growing evidence of worsening persecution targeting the non-religious around the world, new report reveals
New report exposes an array of tactics used against humanists, atheists and non-religious people
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Statement on racism and police brutality in light of George Floyd’s murder
Humanists International issues this statement in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and all victims of racist attacks, police…
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Almost half of US states discriminate on grounds of religion or belief, finds new report
The report, by American Atheists, finds only ten states have strong protections for freedom of religion or belief.
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LGBTQI+ rights at the African Commission
International Humanist and Ethical Union Oral Statement Item 7: Intersessional Report by Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access…
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Humanists International condemns Brunei for treatment of “apostates”, non-Muslims and LGBTI citizens
"Religions don’t have rights, people do. And this includes religious and non-religious minorities, LGBTI+ people, women, and children."
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This is what happens when governments want to silence female dissidents, whose critical minds intimidate them
Humanists International at the United Nations has castigated states such as Iran, Morocco and Saudi Arabia for their treatment of…
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Mohamed Cheikh Ould Mkhaitir freed after 6 years in detention
Sentenced to death in 2014 following accusations of "blasphemy" and "apostasy", Mohamed Cheikh Ould Mkhaitir has now been freed and…
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Humanists International calls attention to global rise of populist nationalism and minority-blaming
The new wave of populism and demagoguery degrades human rights, exacerbates racism and discrimination across the world, Humanists International tells…
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New Zealand’s national “Diversity” statement excludes non-religious people
Humanists commend human rights progress in New Zealand; but express concern as non-religious people are excluded from "Diversity" statement
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Humanists call on Cyprus to respond on anti-atheist school lessons
Humanists welcome progress in Cyprus, but concern remains on discrimination against atheists.
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Humanists International calls for renewed support of LGBTI Rights UN expert
Humanists International has urged the United Nations Human Rights Council to renew the mandate of the role responsible for monitoring…
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