Socially conscious, consciously social

Young Humanists is the 18–35 section of Humanists UK. We want a world where tolerance, empathy, and reason prevail, and where policy is made on the basis of evidence and equality. We work to make sure more young people are aware of and active in humanism locally, and give them a national voice on the issues that matter to them.

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What we do

  • We help young people understand what humanism is, and that they may already be living by humanist values.
  • We run local and national events where Young Humanists can meet, socialise, and learn.
  • We support Humanists UK’s campaigns, such as on humanist marriage, making sure young people are active in them and their views are represented.
  • We make sure the humanist worldview is fairly represented in society: in the media, at interfaith events, in social media campaigns, on school boards, and much more.

Sign up

All members of Humanists UK aged 18–35 are automatically members of Young Humanists. Just tell us your date of birth when you sign up, or add it in your member dashboard if you’re already a member.

As a member you’ll support all our services and campaigns, and be at the heart of a thriving movement of like-minded people. You’ll get the Humanists UK newsletter four times a year, a welcome pack, access to our members’ area, the chance to shape our policy and campaigns, and the first word on local events, lectures, conventions, and comedy nights.

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Three young people chat on outdoor steps at the Humanists UK Convention
A smiling attendee chats at a table at the Humanists UK Convention

Volunteer with us

Young Humanists is run entirely by volunteers across the UK. Volunteering can help you gain experience in project management, event planning, and public speaking, build a network of new friends and professional contacts, and shape the direction of the humanist movement in the UK.

Be an Ambassador

Work with local humanist groups to help them attract young people, run events in person and online, and support Humanists UK’s campaigns in your area.

Share a skill

Help with our social media, graphic design, or surveys.

Speak about humanism

Join the Humanists UK school speaker programme, or speak at interfaith forums and local events.

Humanise humanism

Write a blog on an issue you care about, share what humanism means to you, or join a panel or speaker event.

Pastoral care and ceremonies

Train as a pastoral carer or a humanist celebrant.

Join our committee

Lead on strategy, communications, events, or volunteering.

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