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The Humanist Association of Toronto
http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/

Every Saturday we meet on Zoom to discuss a topic decided upon the previous week. These are topics of humanist interest, from a humanist perspective.

The topic of the discussion will be decided in a prior meeting, usually two weeks in advance. This week’s topic is: How Can we GROW Humanism? Introduced by Danny DiPasquale

How Can We Grow Humanism? Introduced by Danny DiPasquale
Objective: To shine light on humanist principles in a way that will appeal to:

  • Marginalized groups
  • People who question their faith
  • People looking for community without tying faith into it

According to statistics, in Canada at least 35% are not affiliated with organized religion. Just above 25% in the United States. If so many are not attending church....what are they doing? Why are they not tied into humanism?
Notes on ways to grow humanism:

  • Partner up with similar organizations who have similar goals
  • Look at organized religion
  • Take the "god thing" out of Abrahamic religion
  • Look at the good the Roman Catholic church does in the community but also the harm
  • Where do they fall short and are they involved in questionable behavior?
  • How much does dogma and other teachings (sharia) in non secular Islamic countries cause strife amongst their people?
  • How can humanism be an option?

Meet our diverse group, trade perspectives in a free and open forum and learn from others as they learn from you!

BTW: don't be concerned if there are not many RSVP’s. Many HAT members attend regularly but don’t sign up on Meetup. Our online meetings have been very popular with 20-30 attendees.

Our Website (http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/)

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