Humanist Federation

May 16 is #InternationalDayofLivingTogetherInPeace. The protection of human rights and (the achievement of) fundamental freedoms has always been at the forefront of the EHF’s attention. humanistfederation.eu/living…

The importance of international #cooperation, the importance of collective attention and action, the importance of multilateralism and diplomacy for #peace, those are especially urging matters in the current times of #war in #Europe. humanistfederation.eu/intern…

February 12 was #DarwinDay – Charles Darwin was born on February 12, 1809 and his studies played a central role in the scientific discourse of the 19th century - his #research results on #evolution and #naturalSelection contradicted the idea of a divine authority.

#InternationalDayofZeroToleranceforFGM Intrusive and abusive physical practices go against human rights. Each individual should have decisive power over their #body, despite traditions, despite cultural norms. humanistfederation.eu/intern…

January 24 is #InternationalDayofEducation – conflict, poverty and inequality reign many regions on the globe where children are denied access to proper education. Learning conditions need to be improved in order to achieve an adequate education worldwide. humanistfederation.eu/intern…

Putting #HumanRights First in #2022 The European Humanist Federation wishes everyone a #HappyNewYear2022 – in 2022, we will continue to work on making the violation of human rights visible and stand in solidarity with those in need of support. humanistfederation.eu/puttin…

On #InternationalDayForEradicationOfPoverty we emphasise that humanism is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities for all human beings. humanistfederation.eu/intern…

October 10, #WorldMentalHealthDay, raises awareness for mental health issues around the world. Read about a new project launched by our German member organisation, @HV_Presse that supports the improvement of mental health among seafarers. humanistfederation.eu/intern…

A step into a more equal, fairer future for #Poland: the first time a region has abandoned the declaration of being an #LGBT ideology-free zone. humanistfederation.eu/poland…

Today, Germany's largest youth movement #fridays4future is asking allies all over the world to join them on the streets and show up for #change, and for a better future. Read more 👇 humanistfederation.eu/global…

#InternationalDayofPeace2021 is dedicated to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence. Today's focus lies also on the pandemic and ideas about how to provide better recoveries, build resilience, and turn this world into a more inclusive one.

Today on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay the European Humanist Federation emphasises the importance of kindness, humanity and community. Every year around 800,000 people take their own lives which makes it one of the biggest health problems in the world. humanistfederation.eu/world-…

This year's #WorldHumanitarianDay2021 on August 19 emphasised the immediate human cost of the #ClimateCrisis in order to put pressure on world leaders to take action for #ClimateChange and the world’s most vulnerable people. humanistfederation.eu/world-…

Our member organization Prometheus Society of Slovakia shared their stance on the difficulty of classification of non-religious people in Slovakia and the related census here: humanistfederation.eu/census…

The #EuropeanParliament published a document on the #investigation on #Frontex concerning alleged #FundamentalRights violations. #TinekeStrik, EU Parliament member, suggests that Frontex agency’s director #FabriceLeggeri should resign. humanistfederation.eu/fronte…

The EHF is happy to see steps are being taken to ensure that all European citizens have the right to love and express themselves as they see fit. We cannot allow EU countries to discriminate against part of the EU population, these are not European values.

Spanish #HumanRights groups have been watching a debate surrounding the controversial and false depiction of migrant minors. At the center of the debate: the anti-migrant campaign poster of the Vox party that was put up in Madrid’s Sol Metro station. humanistfederation.eu/spains…

June 20 was #WorldRefugeeDay, a day in which we pay special attention to those who have had to flee their homes because of conflict or persecution. Our Member Organisation HVD Berlin Brandenburg has written a piece on their work with refugees: humanistfederation.eu/world-…

Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay. The creation of large scale blood banks has been made possible by Charles Richard Drew, who worked on the creation of large scale blood banks during World War II. His work was a great example of #humanist values to care for our fellow humans.

Happy #PrideMonth! As an organization dedicated to the enforcement of #HumanRights our goal is to raise awareness for the struggles of marginalized groups and work towards an #inclusive world that allows everyone to love who they want to love. humanistfederation.eu/june-i…