About us
We are a Boston Area Chapter of the American Humanist Association and we post our activities here (along with those of other local and national secular groups of interest to our membership). See our Facebook page for even more information about humanist activities and opportunities to stay active and find community. Some our talks are on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe9RydAhjaVSJHMaoDj1Usg
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Who are we? We are people living in the Boston Metropolitan area (extending into southern New Hampshire and down the Cape) who believe in a humanistic worldview, which is secular (non-religious), and as Kurt Vonnegut put it: "I am a Humanist, which means, in part, that I have tried to behave decently without expectations of rewards or punishments after I am dead."
We like to get together welcoming other skeptics, atheists and freethinking people, in formal and informal humanistically-oriented activities, such as our monthly speaker series, small group socials, and luncheon meetings, as well as the occasional film or community event. We also try to promote other relevant secular and humanistic events from other chapters and groups in this geographical area, promoting science, reason and freethought. Ask to be on our email list for free e-newletter or check this site and FB frequently (you can send your contact email address in a message on either site if you wish).
We are a membership organization and a chapter of the American Humanist Association. We were founded in 1972 as Humanist Association of Massachusetts and helped seed many of the other great local secular and humanist groups in the state. Any donation of $35 or more constitutes membership, but we welcome any amount. For an address to send checks, please contact us here on Meetup or Facebook.
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For still more information see this page:
https://www.meetup.com/GreaterBostonHumanists/about/
Upcoming events
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American Humanist Association 2026 CONFERENCE 9/19 "Humanity Now!"
·OnlineOnlineThe American Humanist Association will hold their annual conference virtually this year, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Mark your calendars and register soon for this inspiring virtual gathering!
Humanity NOW: The AHA’s 85th Annual Conference -
Livestreamed onlineAt a time when human dignity, reason, and compassion are being tested, humanists are rising to meet the moment. AHA's 85th Annual Conference brings together thinkers, advocates, creators, and changemakers from across the country for a powerful day of conversation, community, and commitment to a better world.
How can we come together to serve humanity in an era of deep division? How can we celebrate our shared humanity? How do we lift each other up and build a future grounded in empathy, science, and justice?
Join us online on September 19th as we explore the answers to these questions and celebrate being in community with one another.
Registration now open!Register here later this summer: AHA Conference
Please share this information about this national Humanist conference and its inexpensive access through streaming!Get more information on speakers and schedule later this summer.
Don't forget to mention your regional affiliation is with Greater Boston Humanists when you register!4 attendees
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