Andrew Copson
Humanist. Liberal. Midlander. Chief Executive @Humanists_UK | President @HumanistsInt | Latest book: VSI Secularism (OUP): goo.gl/asMJKg
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On eve of his death, Ottawa man reflects on decision to choose medical assistance in dying
"My life has become one long agony with no light at the end of the tunnel," Clarence Byrd writes on the eve of his death.
Andrew Copson
Please take five minutes out to read this beautifully written piece on the reflections of a man who chose medical assistance in dying.
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Organ donation: giving for living
Playing God, or an act of altruism?
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Monkeys on chains and cats blowtorched: The hellish scenes inside the world’s live-animal markets
Stop the Wildlife Trade: the global pandemic makes witness accounts from these sorry places more relevant and vivid than ever, reports Jane Dalton
The Simplicity Principle • A podcast on Anchor
Want to achieve simplicity in a complex world? Writer and Social Health expert Julia Hobsbawm talks to a range of global figures to find out how to navigate the age of overload with tips, case studies and life stories to help you keep it simple in...
Persecution of Humanists in Nigeria - Dr Leo Igwe
Persecution of Humanists in Nigeria - Dr Leo Igwe on the case of Nigerian Humanist President Mubarak Bala
#FreeMubarakBala
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Andrew Copson
Humanists International is still doing all that it can to monitor Mubarak’s situation, and to advocate for his release from detention. Find out how you can support Mubarak here: freemubarakbala.org #FreeMubarakBala @HumanistsInt humanists.international/2020/05/nigeri…
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Nigerian humanist awaits formal charges
Updates in the case of Nigerian humanist Mubarak Bala, detained since 28 April 2020. One month on, we call for his immediate and unconditional release.
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Andrew Copson
Humanists International is still doing all that it can to monitor Mubarak’s situation, and to advocate for his release from detention. Find out how you can support Mubarak here: freemubarakbala.org #FreeMubarakBala @HumanistsInt humanists.international/2020/05/nigeri…
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HUMANIST WOMEN OF THE 20TH CENTURY
Last week, I published videos discussing the little-known humanist women of the 20th century. Here they are conveniently all in one place!
Starting at the end of the century and working backwards, this clip is on Barbara Wootton, who died in...
Andrew Copson
Last week, I published videos discussing the little-known humanist women of the 20th century. Here they are conveniently all in one place! #HumanismAtHome
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How to make a bog garden in an old tyre | Nature Break
You all loved my pond in a pot, so here's how to make a renter friendly bog garden from an old tyre. Any patch of slow draining soil will do, whether that's ...
The ongoing relevance of Mary Wollstonecraft and her daughter - The TLS
Literary criticism - Book review | Vindication: The ongoing relevance of Mary Wollstonecraft and her celebrated daughter, review by E. J. Clery - The TLS
Coronavirus and illusions of a religious revival
During this period of reflection as coronavirus takes its toll on daily life, some outlets have peddled the idea that the UK is experiencing some kind of religious revival. It’s not...
Met with a crisis, and with many of us still in lockdown, the...
Andrew Copson
During this period of reflection as coronavirus takes its toll on daily life, some outlets have peddled the idea that the UK is experiencing some kind of religious revival. Here's why not...
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Andrew Copson
During this period of reflection as coronavirus takes its toll on daily life, some outlets have peddled the idea that the UK is experiencing some kind of religious revival. It's not... read why here
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Table Talk with Jay Foreman | YouTube, Matt Lucas, Tom Scott and God
I hope you enjoyed this episode of Table Talk. It took quite a lot of planning and determination to pull off but It was wonderful to have Jay on and have a c...
The international humanist community mourns the death of a leader
In memory of Dr. Vijayam, 1 Dec 1936 - 22 May 2020
Andrew Copson
A great light for humanism in India and around the world has gone out but the afterglow of his legacy is a comfort for us all. Goodbye Dr Vijayam, a true humanist in word and deed.
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[Updated] Unilateral Introduction of National Security Legislation Shows ‘Total Disregard’ for Hong Kong Autonomy and Fundamental Rights — Hong Kong Watch
National security legislation - tied to Article 23 of Hong Kong’s Basic Law - has historically been one of the controversial issues in Hong Kong politics. On 1 July 2003, at least 500,000 people marched from Victoria Park to the Government of Hong...
Cancellation of 2020 World Humanist Congress
This year, in order to keep each other safe, and not endanger the lives of others, the 2020 World Humanist Congress will not be taking place.
Andrew Copson
No surprise, but still sad to confirm triennial World Humanist Congress due this August in Miami is cancelled. But we will meet again! In Nepal 2021 and Scotland 2020 for General Assemblies and then again in full Congress in Copenhagen 2023. See you there!
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Humanists International launches a series of grants for humanist events online
Café Humaniste moves online
Andrew Copson
Humanist groups globally have been responding to the pandemic with innovation and resilience - but it's still hard not to be able to meet each other. @HumanistsInt is now making grants available to move your humanist group's events online so take a look!
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