Environmentalism: a humanist response to the climate crisis | Haywards Heath Humanists

Join us to explore how humanists are responding to the climate crisis, and discuss how we can promote environmentalism in our everyday lives and local community.

As the climate crisis intensifies, the need for clear thinking, ethical leadership, and collective action has never been more urgent. This event explores how humanist values—reason, empathy, and responsibility for future generations—can shape meaningful and effective responses to environmental challenges.

Together, we’ll discuss the role of humanists in climate action and the practical steps individuals and societies can take to build a sustainable future. Grounded in evidence and guided by humanist principles, the discussion will highlight how we can confront ecological threats without despair, foster global solidarity, and promote solutions that uplift both people and the planet.

Whether you’re deeply engaged in climate action or simply curious about the humanist perspective, this event offers an inspiring, hopeful, and intellectually honest look at what it means to care for our shared home.

Speakers

• To be confirmed

Other activities

• Food and refreshments: We’ll provide tea and coffee, and encourage you to bring cakes, sandwiches, or other snacks to share, if you are able. We'd appreciate it if anything you bring for sharing is labelled, including any allergens.
• Kids' activities: There will be arts and crafts, and other kids' activities available in the breakout space adjacent to the main room. These are not volunteer-supervised and adults remain responsible for their children.
• Community slot: We love for members of our community to share their humanist values and perspectives. If you’d like space to deliver a reading, share your passion, or promote a local community project, please get in touch.

Welcome to Haywards Heath Humanists

If you’re a humanist, humanist-curious, or humanist-friendly, you’re very welcome at our events. We’re sure you’ll learn something interesting and meet some cool people. Our inclusive local group brings non-religious people together to be happier and more fulfilled and to be a force for good in our community. If you have any ideas for making Haywards Heath Humanists more welcoming and effective - we’d love to hear from you.

About the venue

The Redwood Centre is the headquarters of the Mid Sussex District Scouts, and is part of the Clair Hall complex. The entrance is to the left hand side of the main building, when viewed from the street. Look for the Scouts logo and Haywards Heath Humanists banner. There is onsite parking and the venue is within 5 mins walk from both Haywards Heath train station and Perrymount Road bus stops.

Everything will take place on the ground floor and there is level access. The front door is not power assisted, however we will try to keep it open. If you have any additional accessibility needs, please get in touch or speak to a volunteer on the day.

This event is free, but we welcome donations, which help with our running costs.