What we’re about
Are you good without a god? Hey, so are we!
We all benefit from a supportive community for friends, charity, and fostering a better understanding of secular values with our neighbors. Atheists, agnostics, freethinkers, humanists, skeptics, non-religious, lost tourists, and the generally confused are all welcome to join us!
It is often claimed that atheists are rare when in fact nearly 20% of our nation's population do not believe in a higher power. Still, atheists can feel isolated because the religious community is so organized and outspoken on issues. Building and participating in a community is the first step toward being heard.
Plus - the conversation is great!
The Arkansas Society of Freethinkers is an organization of secular individuals whose goals are to:
Build a supportive and active community.
Promote public acceptance of nonbelievers.
Defend science education and the separation of church and state.
We encourage everyone to suggest events and activities. In addition to various volunteer, social, and public events, our regular events are:
Monthly Lecture Series
1st Tuesday dinner and drinks
New member welcome potluck
Book Club
Pint Night
The "Freespeakers" Toastmasters chapter
Winter Solstice holiday display at the Arkansas State Capitol
Public Events that we regularly support and attend
Science Cafe
Socrates Cafe
We are a volunteer organization and most of our events are free for the public to attend. If you want to support the Arkansas Society of Freethinkers and help us keep sponsoring these activities and events, membership is $30 a year. Our membership year is Jan 1st - Dec 31st.
New members and new ideas are always welcome.
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Monthly Meeting - How Ordinary People Reclaim Civic Power
Unitarian Universalist Church, 1818 Reservoir Road, Little Rock, AR, USJoin us for a conversation with Gail Choate on Changing the Conversation: How Ordinary People Reclaim Civic Power.
Gail Choate, PhD, is a political scientist, educator, and civic troublemaker based in Little Rock, Arkansas. She founded Arkansas Civic Action Network to help everyday people build confidence to navigate democracy—from the voting booth to the statehouse. She taught at Broward College, Florida Atlantic University and the University of Arkansas Grantham, and now brings here unique view of theory and praxis to Hendrix College’s bold Civic Action initiative. With a PhD in Comparative Studies and years in the grassroots trenches, Choate brings political theory to life with clarity, humor, and a fierce respect for the communities she serves.
Socialize with other freethinkers, grab a snack, and enjoy a presentation on an interesting topic. Also learn what the Arkansas Society of Freethinkers is doing.
RSVP now to watch for updates and more details!
Location note for January meeting: This event will be in the main sanctuary (not the event room in the back).
This meeting will be conducted in person at the UU Church in Little Rock and via YouTube Live on the Channel for the Arkansas Society of Freethinkers.7 attendees
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