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The Humanist Association of San Diego
Humanism in San Diego Since 1970
Welcome to the Meetup page for the Humanist Association of San Diego. "Humanism is a progressive philosophy of life that, without supernaturalism, affirms our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of Humanity" (Humanist Manifesto III).
The Humanist Association has been meeting since 1970 to foster Humanist community, advocate civil rights and the humanist philosophy, promote critical thought and science education, and to work to become better people in the process.
Each month we get together to discuss current events, hold workshops on ethics, investigate the history of humanism and freethought, offer a monthly lecture and speaker series, perform service in our community, and go for hikes and enjoy other outdoor activities. We also put on plays, host traveling lecturers, and put on a regular regional conference.
Lastly, who are Humanists? We are people of good will pursuing being citizens in the human race to the utmost of our abilities. We celebrate the human potential to do such good, the capacity of the human mind to create great works of art and thought. We cherish the efficacy in cooperation to make this world a better place in the here and now with an eye on the future.
Not all Humanists are Atheists, and not all Atheists are Humanists, though a lot of us are in both camps. At its core, Humanists find the God question irrelevant in terms of morality and ethics. Humanism is more than an ontological statement, but a progressive philosophy that strives to make this one life a wonderful and fulfilling event for all whom live it.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- ONLINE: From Gaza to Sudan, What the World Can Still DoNeeds location
Online event by Foreign Policy
Live On May 27, 2025 | 12:00pm ET / 9:00am PT
Register Here: https://foreignpolicy.com/live/martin-griffiths-gaza-sudan-humanitarian-crises
From Gaza to Sudan, What the World Can Still Do
As Israel launches a new offensive in Gaza and impedes deliveries of aid, half a million Palestinians are facing starvation; Gaza is increasingly likely to face a famine. In Sudan, 12 million people have fled their homes and 150,000 have died in what the United Nations says is the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. Why isn’t the world doing more, and what can still be done?
“God knows, it’s a bad world,” said Martin Griffiths on stepping down last year as the United Nations’ lead humanitarian official. But does he see a way to mitigate the consequences of war and strife? He joins FP Live to explore solutions for the humanitarian crises around the world.
Martin Griffiths
Former humanitarian chief, United Nations
Martin Griffiths was the United Nations’ under-secretary-general for humanitarian affairs and emergency relief coordinator until 2024. He had previously worked as the U.N.’s special envoy for Yemen, has served in the United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and has worked for international NGOs like Save the Children and Action Aid.Ravi Agrawal
Editor in chief, Foreign Policy
Ravi Agrawal is the editor in chief of Foreign Policy and host of FP Live. Before joining FP in 2018, Agrawal worked at CNN for more than a decade, including as New Delhi bureau chief and correspondent. He is the author of India Connected: How the Smartphone Is Transforming the World’s Largest Democracy.
