Humanist Explorations - The fight has moved to the states

We will watch a short session from the 2026 conference of the American Humanist Association in which Rachel Deitch, the American Humanist Association’s Director of Policy, breaks down how coordinated efforts are successfully slowing the spread of Christian Nationalism at the local level—specifically on the frontlines of public education defense.

Beyond blocking harmful legislation, this talk highlights how proactive state policy work gains momentum when built on strong networks of advocates and lawmakers. Discover how AHA partnered directly with grassroots advocates over the past year to craft impactful legislative testimony and influence state policy. You will leave with concrete entry points to plug into ongoing state efforts, expand local advocacy networks, and protect secular values in your own community.

There will be plenty of time for discussion.