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Our group runs diverse events throughout the year. They are enlightening, stimulating and an opportunity to engage socially and in lively discussion with like minded, open-minded people.
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‘ONE LIFE’ COURSE
6 Weeks commencing 7 January 2026
Introduction to Humanist perspectives and history. Exploring life’s big questions through a non-religious lens.
This version of the highly popular course was first delivered in East London in 2025. It was acclaimed equally by those familiar with Humanist ideas and those completely new to them. It will be presented on this occasion by East London Humanists in collaboration with Central London Humanists.
Apply to: chaireastlondonhumanists@gmail.com
Timings
The course will run over 6 consecutive Wednesdays starting 7 January 2025 19.00 – 21.00 (including break/s)
The room will open 20 mins before each session. Tea and coffee will be available, and there is the option to visit a local pub afterwards.
The sessions
Each session will be run by an experienced team and will include interactive presentations, questions and small group discussions with facilitators.
Numbers are limited to 15 in total. It is a great chance to meet other like-minded, open-minded people, to learn and to share experiences and thoughts together, with plenty of opportunity to socialise.
Session details:
- What is meant by a Humanist view. The implications or recognising we only have one life; coming to terms with and celebrating it; the tradition of Humanist thought stretching back thousands of years. Atheism ‘plus’ and leading a ‘good,’ meaningful life without religion
- Working out what to believe. Free thinking; the importance of scientific method; understanding biases and other phenomena which may adversely impact how we decide what to believe
- Decisions, ethics and morality. Different approaches incorporated within the Humanist tradition; thought experiments which challenge our morality
- Religion. Understanding the spectrum of beliefs among those who call themselves religious and those who don’t; what if anything we can learn from religion; the importance of dialogue.
- What we owe each other. A Humanist perspective on what can feel like the overwhelming issues facing human coexistence, our coexistence with the rest of nature, and our planet.
- Humanist ‘spirituality.’ What this means, if anything. Sharing how we each feel about this dimension in our own life. Humanist thoughts on death. Humanism in practice. The underrecognized impact of Humanists on progress, from Human Rights to the NHS. The work of organised Humanists, from pastoral care to campaigning, celebrants to education, etc.
Cost:
Full course: £30; £5 low income
Venue:
Devon House, Hermon Hill (corner Wellesley Road), Snaresbrook E11 2AW. 2 mins walk from Snaresbrook Tube (Central Line). Free street parking.
The sessions will be held in the reception area and offices of award-winning Compassionate Funerals, a supporter of Humanists UK, who are kindly providing the space free of charge. The large reception area is inviting and comfortable, with disabled access, and is often used to support community events. There are break-out rooms for small group discussions, toilet and kitchen facilities.
The acclaimed One Life course was originally created by Humanist UK and will be delivered locally by East London Humanists in collaboration with Central London Humanists, both partners of Humanists UK.
To apply for a place, please email us with your contact details, location and a brief summary of why you are interested in taking part:
