What we’re about
SELHuG is a group for humanists, and people interested in a non-religious world view, in south-east London.
Humanism is an everyday philosophy, a positive, practical approach to life which is open to every single person.
We hold monthly talks online (via zoom) with interesting speakers and where we can discuss philosophy and ethics, current affairs and social justice issues.
We meet in person regularly for social events and organise public meetings. We support humanist campaigns and charities.
SELHuG is also a hub for professional and volunteer practitioners in south-east London such as humanist celebrants, school volunteers and interfaith activists.
More details and a sign up to our newsletter can be found at http://selondon.humanist.org.uk/
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Star Trek and Humanism - rescheduled!Greenwich West Community & Arts Centre, London
As you are aware we had to sadly cancel our Star Trek and Humanist talk in March, due to Andrew Copson falling ill.
The good news is that we have another date in place, at the same venue. This time we will also be celebrating one of the captains as it is just two days after Captain Picard Day. So let’s all Engage and Make It So!Tickets are a suggested donation of £3 - please book via eventbrite
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Many humanists know that Gene Roddenberry, the creator and executive producer of Star Trek, was a humanist. He believed that human beings can solve problems through reason and co-operation; that there is no need to turn to superstition or religion for help; that human understanding and intelligence will help us to develop and progress; and that the universe is a natural wonder waiting to be explored and understood. This philosophy shines through the many adventures of Star Trek. Roddenberry did not think of Star Trek as just science fiction. He saw it mainly as a series about people, which is why it is so popular.
Andrew Copson, Humanist UK’s chief executive, is a great Trekkie, and he will be sharing all of this at our meeting in March. Afterwards, we will then be going to a local pub, Richard the First, to continue chatting about this and also to celebrate one of the greatest Star Trek character’s – Spock – as Leonard Nimoy’s birthday is the following week.
It would be great if you could join us, whether you are a humanist, Trekkie, into Astronomy or just interested!
