Humanist Society (Singapore)

26/04/2026

Response to the New Committee on Strengthening the Singapore Indian Community.

We refer to the Straits Times article, “New committee starts work to strengthen Indian community’s identity, youth and vulnerable groups” (Apr 25, 2026) where it was reported that one of the early areas of work for a new committee to strengthen the Singapore Indian community includes partnering religious organisations to support inmates and their families, as part of broader efforts to uplift vulnerable groups.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/new-committee-on-strengthening-indian-community-begins-work-to-support-inmates-families

We acknowledge and appreciate efforts by the government to bring the Indian community closer together and move forward.

However, we are concerned that religion is being prioritized as the means to help reduce reoffending among Indian inmates.

While religion can play an important role in motivating people who are already religious, not everyone in the country is religious. As of the 2020 census, one in five Singaporeans are non-religious. There is a diverse range of beliefs in Singapore, including within the Indian community. And the non-religious are present everywhere.

There is also a diversity of interpretations within each religious community.

Inmate rehabilitation should prioritize evidence-based, secular methods that can be generically applied to people from any background. This will help avoid any indirect proselytization and any perceived coercion, a prudent approach to maintain religious and racial harmony in secular Singapore. At the same time, religious inmates who specifically request and agree to religious rehabilitation should be given the freedom to receive them.

We urge the government to adjust this approach in inmate rehabilitation. The Humanist Society remains open to dialogue on better, evidence-based and secular solutions.

An early area of work for it includes partnering religious organisations to support inmates in the Singapore Indian community. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

01/04/2026

Humanist Society (Singapore) Exco comes to an agreement to agree with each other.

Following the latest AGM on 28th March 2026, the Exco has reached an unprecedented, groundbreaking agreement to agree with each other. "It has never been done before," said new President Nic. "For the past 15 years, Exco has essentially been disagreeing. We couldn't even agree to disagree. But thanks to the blessing of the AGM, we now have a capable Exco who can agree."

At press time, Exco has agreed that the agreement should last as long as possible.

27/03/2026

Hi everyone,

This is a final reminder that our Annual General Meeting is happening tomorrow afternoon. We look forward to seeing you there as we review the past year and discuss the future of the society.

Event Details
Date: Tomorrow, Saturday, March 28, 2026
Registration: Starts at 2:00 PM (Please arrive early to sign in)
Meeting Time: 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Ju Space, 116 Lavender Street, #02-08, Singapore 338730
Getting There:
Bendemeer MRT: 3-minute walk.
Lavender MRT: 8-minute walk.

If you haven’t done so yet, please register your attendance here: https://tinyurl.com/5fcmebw3

See you all tomorrow!

20/03/2026

The Committee cordially invites all members of the Humanist Society (Singapore) to attend our upcoming Annual General Meeting. As the supreme authority of our Society, your presence is essential to review our progress, approve the past year’s accounts, and elect the leaders who will guide our community in the years ahead. This meeting is a vital opportunity for us to come together, reflect on our mission of promoting reason and secularism, and collectively shape our future. Please note that while all members are encouraged to participate, voting rights and eligibility for office are reserved for members aged 21 and above who are current with their membership dues. We look forward to seeing you there as we continue building a more humane society together.

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Registration starts at 2:00 PM)
Location: Ju Space, 116 Lavender Street, #02-08, Singapore 338730
Note: 3-minute walk from Bendemeer MRT / 8-minute walk from Lavender MRT.

Register via https://tinyurl.com/5fcmebw3

26/02/2026

Disagreement doesn’t have to be divisive. 🗣️✨
Our first Discourse Thursday was a massive success! We spent the evening diving into practical frameworks on how to disagree better by turning arguments into actual conversations.
The best part? Geography is no longer a barrier. Whether you’re in Jurong or Johannesburg, you can now join our community via video conferencing. 🌍💻
👉 Ready to join the next one? Head to the link in our bio or visit humanist.org.sg to sign up!

HumanistSocietySG

22/02/2026

Under the sea with the HSS crew! 🐙💙
We spent the day exploring the stunning new Singapore Oceanarium. Between the majestic dolphins and the hypnotic jellyfish, we were all completely in awe. It’s amazing how much there is to learn about our blue planet. 🌊💡

OceanCo familyday

06/02/2026

Proof that you don’t need superstition to have a spiritual experience. 🥢✨

Just like every great CNY celebration, the booze was flowing and the energy was electric. We spent the evening doing what humans do best and that is pondering life’s big questions with new friends and realizing that ‘good luck’ is mostly just great company.

CommunityOverSuperstition

04/02/2026

What a night! Our Humanist Society outing to see Bill Bryson was a total success. It was wonderful to meet so many new friends and share such a special moment together. Bill kept us all captivated with his wit and legendary storytelling. A huge thank you to everyone who came out! Wishing Bill the best on the rest of his tour. We’re already looking forward to his next visit to Singapore! 🇸🇬

12/01/2026

Into the Deep : Humanist Society Explores The Oceanarium

Dive into the Deep with Fellow Humanists!

Explore the wonders of the ocean without getting wet! Walk through breathtaking underwater tunnels, marvel at thousands of marine creatures, and discover the beauty of our blue planet together.

Details:
📅 Date: 21st February 2026
🕝 Time: 11 am SGT
📍 Location: Resorts World Sentosa

Registration is strictly via Eventbrite to secure your tickets. First-come, first-served.

10/01/2026

Today, HSS had an exciting visit to the LKC Natural History Museum. A special thanks to our wonderful tour guide, Mr. Lai, whose engaging insights truly made the experience unforgettable.

03/01/2026

🎶 Because I knew you, I have been changed for good 🎶

03/01/2026

As the year comes to a close, communities around the world turn to story, symbolism, and shared traditions to make sense of the year gone by.

For freethinkers and the non-religious, the Winter Solstice and secular Christmas season offer a meaningful moment to gather, reflect, and reconnect.

On the 27th of December at Secular Assembly, we explored how narratives—ancient, modern, festive, or personal—shape the way we see ourselves and our place in a complex world. In a warm and welcoming community setting, we celebrated the light returning after the longest night, and the human capacity to create meaning through reason, compassion, and imagination.