Humanist Ottawa

Humanist Ottawa We envision a world where reason and compassion guide public policy and social values to enable the fulfillment of human potential.

We are Humanist Ottawa at the World Humanist Congress 2026.
08/08/2026

We are Humanist Ottawa at the World Humanist Congress 2026.

08/07/2026

The World Humanist Congress!

— Robert Hamilton, President of Humanist Ottawa

1. Humanism is something we do, not just something we believe.2. We oppose the growing return of authoritarianism, milit...
08/06/2026

1. Humanism is something we do, not just something we believe.
2. We oppose the growing return of authoritarianism, militarism, and the politics of fear.
3. We reject the growing acceptance of hate, prejudice, and the dehumanization of others.
4. We reject technologies that undermine human dignity, privacy, or freedom.
5. We believe every person has the power to make a difference.
6. We stand together with compassion, especially when it matters most.
7. We defend democracy, human rights, and the institutions that protect them.
8. We encourage humanists to speak up, get involved, and lead with courage and confidence.

Build a strong, welcoming humanist community. Encourage active citizenship. Protect and strengthen democracy. Then work ...
08/05/2026

Build a strong, welcoming humanist community. Encourage active citizenship. Protect and strengthen democracy. Then work together to put these principles into action in ways that make sense, so every humanist, wherever they are, can play a meaningful part in resisting injustice.

Humanism is about standing together. Authoritarianism depends on keeping people isolated, but humanism grows through con...
08/04/2026

Humanism is about standing together.

Authoritarianism depends on keeping people isolated, but humanism grows through connection, solidarity, and mutual support. We will listen to people whose voices have too often been ignored, learn from their experiences, and help build strong, welcoming communities where people can find support and safety.

We stand with everyone who risks speaking up for human rights, and with those who cannot speak openly because they fear persecution, especially people living under oppressive governments or forced to hide who they are or what they believe.

No one should have to stand up for human rights alone.

As humanists, we cannot afford to stay on the sidelines. We need to refuse to let fear or intimidation silence us by spe...
08/03/2026

As humanists, we cannot afford to stay on the sidelines. We need to refuse to let fear or intimidation silence us by speaking up, taking action, and being visible in public life.

We must:
- defend democracy and secular institutions, and
- confront disinformation, extreme nationalism, militarism, and irrationality wherever they appear.

As partners within a broad and dynamic humanist movement, we commit to unapologetically defending human rights, human dignity, and freedom at home and around the world.

Personal strength matters, but it isn’t enough on its own. We’re stronger when we work together. That’s why humanists ne...
08/02/2026

Personal strength matters, but it isn’t enough on its own. We’re stronger when we work together. That’s why humanists need to be committed to building stronger humanist organizations and supporting and training new humanist leaders.

We’ll defend human rights, the rule of law, and democracy to make sure those in power are held accountable. And when these systems fail to treat people fairly or equally, humanists need to be there to improve them.

Real resistance starts when we realize that everyone, no matter who they are, has the power to help build a fairer world...
08/01/2026

Real resistance starts when we realize that everyone, no matter who they are, has the power to help build a fairer world. When we stand up for basic human rights and actually think critically about what’s going on around us, we gain the confidence and collective strength to organize and push back against unfair treatment.

By teaching people right from wrong, encouraging clear reasoning, and choosing bold hope as a deliberate weapon against the doom and gloom that corrupt leaders use to control us, humanism takes a tangible form.

New technology should make our lives better, without chipping away at our dignity or freedom. We need to make sure techn...
07/31/2026

New technology should make our lives better, without chipping away at our dignity or freedom. We need to make sure technology works for people, not the other way around.

Governments should guard against systems that reinforce prejudice, treat people unfairly, or make important decisions without human understanding and compassion.

AI and other technologies should always be accountable to people and guided by human dignity, empathy, democratic oversight, and ethical responsibility.

And in an increasingly digital world, our private lives should remain private, protected from unnecessary surveillance by governments and corporations alike.

Why is resistance important? Humanism is about the values we hold and how we put them into practice. Everyone should hav...
07/30/2026

Why is resistance important? Humanism is about the values we hold and how we put them into practice. Everyone should have the freedom to think, choose, and live as they see fit, while respecting the same freedom and rights of others.

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