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Secular humanism facts for kids

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George Holyoake coined the term "secularism" and led the secular movement in Britain from the mid-19th century.

Secular humanists believe that each human being is worth something and has dignity. They think that people are happiest when they give something to society. They also believe that human beings can solve problems without help from god(s).

Secular humanists are not religious. Usually they are atheists.

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  • Felix-Adler-Hine

    Felix Adler, founder of the ethical movement

  • American Humanist Association President David Niose

    David Niose, president of the American Humanist Association, speaks at a 2012 conference.

  • Levi Fragell, print

    Levi Fragell, former Secretary General of the Norwegian Humanist Association and former president of the International Humanist and Ethical Union, at the World Humanist Congress 2011 in Oslo

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Humanismo secular para niños

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