Humanist society scotland is a scottish registered charity that promotes humanist views and offers humanist ceremonies. Humanist society scotland officers free information. In view of the covid19 pandemic, the shropshire humanists committee has decided to cancel all events until at least after august. If im not from scotland do i have to register my wedding again back home. The sensible alternative to religion scottish humanists. The edinburgh humanist society scotland meetup group. To prime minister sheikh hasina and president abdul hamid, we, concerned members of the blogging and activist community of bangladesh and internationally, along with representatives of human rights organisations and other civil society organisations and supporters, wish to protest in the strongest possible terms the institutional attack on bangladeshi citizens. Joint open letter to prime minister and president of. Humanist society scotland free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. In scotland, humanist society members have a clear vision of a secular scotland, and the activities that humanist society scotland can pursue to achieve that end. At humanists uk, we advance free thinking and promote humanism to create a tolerant society where rational thinking and kindness prevail. Humanist celebrants provide the opportunity for a couple to create their very own personal marriage ceremony your expression of love in your words. It stands for the building of a more humane society through an ethic based on human and other natural values in the spirit of. Humanist society scotland is the national charity providing professional, unique and meaningful.
Humanist society chief quits after gay weddings row. We provide a nonreligious approach to lifes rites of passage, including at weddings, renewals of vows, babychild namings, funerals and memorials etc. Therefore the monthly thursday evening events, sunday brunches and the july social event are cancelled. Humanist society scotland celebrate the one life we have. The link will be available on request from the society administrator who can be reached at. The chief executive of the humanist society scotland hss has resigned after making hostile remarks about a samesex wedding attended by the first minister. You can meet other members by attending our regular monthly meetings held on the first sunday of each month from 46pm, usually held in the ashling hotel near heuston station in dublin 8. A profile of the members of the british humanist association. Humanist society scotland is part of a uk, european and wider international movement of people and organisations. Membership delve into scotlands history with unlimited entry to our attractions all year round. Some humanist celebrants are accredited by humanist organisations, such as humanists uk, humanist society scotland hss, and the humanist association of canada hac. It promotes a secular state and equal treatment in law and policy of.
We are the national charity for humanists in scotland. Rules for membership scottish independent celebrants. A humanist believes in a fair and just society where individuals can share in the endeavours, benefits and shared values of organisations set up for the common good, e. New membership registration and payment humanist society. An increase in numbers strengthens our voice and yours. The current advice on the coronavirus outbreak means that these type of events are not advised. Applying for sica membership the scottish independent celebrants association is a professional body of working celebrants. Humanist society scotland is a scottish charity, no sco26570, and a scottish company limited by guarantee, no sc4697. Membership architectural heritage society of scotland. The most tangible way of supporting our work is by joining the humanist association of ireland. Our flagship policy is that all government departments in scotland, including scottish education, should be non sectarian. Some humanist celebrants are accredited by humanist organisations, such as humanists uk, humanist society scotland hss, and the humanist. The days we remember arent spent in front of the telly or glued to our news feeds. For me, engaging with humanism in scotland is like many, just an extension of my natural beliefs and it confirms my responsibility to reach out and help my community wherever i can.
Membership of the chg is open to all who share our objectives. Humanist society scotland poplar villa, beach road, kingston, moray iv32 7np tel 043 870612 mob 07986 190870 janet. We are currently using the kremlin room in milnes bar as the venue. British humanist association the british humanist association is the national charity working on behalf of nonreligious people who seek to live ethical and fulfilling lives on the basis of reason and humanity. Theyre the times we get out there and have an adventure. Total exemption full accounts made up to 31 december 2016 24 pages. Humanists uk, known from 1967 until may 2017 as the british humanist association bha, is a charitable organisation which promotes secular humanism and aims to represent people who seek to live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs in the united kingdom by campaigning on issues relating to humanism, secularism, and human rights. Jane bechtel registered humanist celebrant humanist society scotland phone. Those wishing to join need to demonstrate an acceptable professional standard in dealing with ceremonies, either by experience or by training and some experience. The membership fee helps us cover expenses for room hire, publicity and local campaigns.
Humanist society scotland promotes humanist values to people in scotland, campaigns for an ethical, rational and secular future and gives voice to the millions of people in scotland who live without religion. Playfair house, 6 broughton street lane, edinburgh, united kingdom. You immediately become part of the societys campaign to protect scotlands built heritage. So many people live a life believing in a god that doesnt exist. Humanism is a diverse movement that broadly represents the views of millions of people around the world. In scotland, humanist society members have a clear vision of a secular. The greatest humanist value is the pursuit of happiness for every member of society. Peter macdonald humanist celebrant in larbert, scotland. Humanist society of scotland is the charity that speaks for the nonreligious, who according to the 2011 census represent 37% of the population of scotland. Joint open letter to prime minister and president of bangladesh. Jul 02, 2015 jane bechtel registered humanist celebrant humanist society scotland phone. Independent humanist ceremonies is a scottish organisation promoting a democratic and ethical life stance, which affirms that human beings have the right and responsibility to give meaning and shape to their own lives.
See who you know at humanist society scotland, leverage your professional network, and. Humanists uk and humanist students announce free membership. Membership historic scotland part of historic environment. Follow humanist students on facebook and twitter, or join for free via the humanists uk website. Sign up as a new member of humanist society singapore here. The hss represents the views of people in scotland.
Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. We believe a good support system is a community effort. The scottish secular society aims to give help wherever needed, throughout scotland. Confirmation statement made on 14 december 2017 with no updates 3 pages.
Kathryn ross, humanist celebrant, scotland humanist. This can change due to circumstances outwith our control. Join today and help us support lasting change for a better society and a tolerant world where rational thinking and kindness prevail. Aug 18, 2015 to prime minister sheikh hasina and president abdul hamid, we, concerned members of the blogging and activist community of bangladesh and internationally, along with representatives of human rights organisations and other civil society organisations and supporters, wish to protest in the strongest possible terms the institutional attack on bangladeshi citizens. We will make decisions about further events at a later date. Living in glasgow, beautiful ayrshire, loch lomond and rural lanarkshire are on my doorstep but im happy to travel further afield if requested.
A humanist celebrant or humanist officiant is a person who performs humanist celebrancy services, such as nonreligious weddings, funerals, child namings, coming of age ceremonies and other rituals. I am a registered celebrant with the humanist society scotland, conducting weddings, vow renewal ceremonies and funerals throughout the central belt of scotland. Join us today to get involved in our campaigns to make. Prilbgnsc private, limited by guarantee, no share capital, use of limited exemption incorporation date. We support a community of 15,000 active members working together for a compassionate, dignified and respectful vision of scotland.
Jul 23, 2012 so many people live a life believing in a god that doesnt exist. Appointment of mr ian rodger as a director on 25 april 2017 2 pages. Humanist society scotland ceremonies home facebook. Even if you take no active part, your support is vital to the society. Humanist society scotland ceremonies, edinburgh, united kingdom. Become a member of scotlands humanist organisation. Appointment of ms julia loecherbach as a director on 25 april 2017 2 pages. Humanist students is the student section of humanists uk, the national charity representing the nonreligious.
Independent humanist ceremonies utilise the talents of a diverse team of celebrants dedicated to delivering personalised, thoughtful and unique ceremonies of all kinds throughout scotland. The humanist society of scotland was formed in 1989 out of an association of local humanist groups around scotland, the society s objective is to represent the views of people in scotland who wish to lead good and worthwhile lives guided by reason and compassion rather than religion or superstition, and to provide a distinct scottish voice in complement to the british. We fight for a fair and equal society where every citizen has an absolute right to food, clothing, shelter, health and education. Ethical humanist society of long island garden city, ny. Since 1952, a sunday program has been held every week for our members and visitors. Our annual membership lets you do just that by giving you unlimited access to. Humanist society scotland seeks to represent the views of people in scotland who wish to lead ethical and fulfilling lives guided by reason, empathy and comp. Joining forces with student and other community organisations is a great way to strengthen those efforts, bring better, sustainable support to scotland, and increase the secularisation of scottish policies. Humanist society scotland, edinburgh, united kingdom. Humanist society scotland, playfair house, 6 broughton street lane, edinburgh, eh1 3ly. Joining the chg is a great way to meet likeminded people, make friends, listen to guest speakers and discuss a range of topics from ethics and philosophy to science and politics. We provide nonreligious services and represent the views of those who wish to. Participation in the societys active regional events programme including our ever popular national study tour. There is also the humanist society scotland and caledonian humanist association web pages which have a list.
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