The British Humanist Association is the national charity working on behalf of non-religious people who seek to live ethical and fulfilling lives on the basis of reason and humanity. The following copy is from their website:
WHAT DO WE DO?
OUR VALUES:
WHAT DO WE DO?
- We promote Humanism, work on behalf of the non-religious and support those who wish lo live humanist lives, including through the provision of humanist ceremonies.
- We campaign for a secular state. challenge religious privilege and promote equal treatment in law and policy of everyone, regardless of religion.
- We offer a humanist perspective in public debate. drawing on contemporary humanist thought and the worldwide humanist tradition.
OUR VALUES:
- Engaging in debate, rationally, intelligently and with attention to evidence.
- Recognising the dignity of individuals and treating them with fairness and respect.
- Respecting and promoting freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law.
- Being co-operative, working with others of different beliefs for the common good.
- Celebrating human achievement , progress and potential.
