Celebrating Humanist Progress: The Founding of Humanists International
On March 5, 1952, humanist leaders from around the world came together to form Humanists International (originally the International Humanist and Ethical Union). Their goal? To unite non-religious individuals in promoting reason, human rights, and secular values on a global scale. Since then, the organization has championed freedom of thought, supported those persecuted for leaving religion, and advocated for evidence-based policies worldwide.
At RMA, we share this vision of a world where ethics, compassion, and rational inquiry guide decision-making. While Humanists International works on the global stage, we focus on making a difference right here in Calgary—whether through community-building, education, or standing up for secular values.
This March, we invite you to reflect on how humanism has shaped your life. What does it mean to you? How can we continue to build a society based on reason and kindness? Join us at WeCanReason 2025 and be part of the conversation!
Written with the help of ChatGPT
WeCanReason 2025 is almost here
May is the month, and the event is gonna be fantastic!
Go to the WeCanReason home page to see what we are preparing and register to receive updates about the 2025 edition.
Life Without Religion – Online
Thursday, March 6
First Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm MST
Live Without Religion (LWR) is a peer support group for people whose lives have been negatively impacted by religion. Nearly anyone who has left a fundamentalist or high-control religion can tell you that it leaves not only scars but sometimes open wounds. Nothing helps with the healing better than sharing your experience and discussing how to heal with others who have had a similar experience. That mutual support is what we find in LWR meetings. If you want to learn more about LWR, contact Lois at loislwr@gmail.com.
Coffee Chat Online
Monday, March 10
Second Monday of every month at 1:00 pm MST
Our Coffee Chat is an enjoyable, unstructured, afternoon conversation. Anyone can introduce an idea or ask a question and the group will jump in and discuss it. You never know where the conversation will go but it is always interesting and sometimes even educational. Join us and add your two-cents-worth.
Go to our Meetup page to register and get the Zoom link.
Book Club
Thursday, March 13
Second Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm MST
This month, the Book Club will be discussing the book The Illusion of God’s Presence: The Biological Origins of Spiritual Longing, by John Wathey
Head over to our Meetup page to register and get the Zoom link.
Life Without Religion – Online
Tuesday, March 18
Third Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm MST
Live Without Religion (LWR) is a peer support group for people whose lives have been negatively impacted by religion. Nearly anyone who has left a fundamentalist or high-control religion can tell you that it leaves not only scars but sometimes open wounds. Nothing helps with the healing better than sharing your experience and discussing how to heal with others who have had a similar experience. That mutual support is what we find in LWR meetings. If you want to learn more about LWR, contact Lois at loislwr@gmail.com.
Skeptics in the Pub
Friday, March 21
Third Friday of each month at 6:30 pm MST at Loco Lou’s Grill & Bar.
Come to the pub, meet like-minded people and have thought-provoking discussions, along with a drink and some food. You can register on our Meetup Page.
You can find us at Loco Lou’s Grill & Bar, 1324 16 Avenue NW
Annual General Meeting
Saturday, March 22
The Annual General Meeting of The Rocky Mountain Atheist Society will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 11 AM. Zoom and in-person will both be available.
Save the date and check our Meetup Page for more details.
Movie Night
Monday, March 24
Fourth Monday of every month at 7:00 pm MST
This month’s movie was not selected yet. Head over to our Meetup Page, to register, get updates and the Zoom link.
WeCanReason Webinar
Wednesday, March 26 at 7:00 pm MST
A history of secularism in Canada with Leslie Rosenblood
In this presentation, Leslie Rosenblood (Secularism Chair for the Centre for Inquiry Canada) will discuss secularism in Canada: what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s the means to maximal freedom for all. He will cover the history of secularism in Canada, compare it with the United States, provide an assessment of where Canada currently adheres to secular principles, and how it can improve in the future.
Leslie, a long-time advocate for science and secular values, joined CFI Canada shortly after its inception. With a strong belief in evidence-based public policy, Leslie champions reason, science, and rational discourse in shaping societal discussions. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics (Computer Science) from the University of Waterloo and an MBA in Science and Technology from Queen’s University.
Leslie’s career spans multiple roles across various industries in several countries, and he has performed in countless plays and improvisational comedy shows. A marathon runner and father of four, Leslie currently resides in Toronto and writes about topics such as secularism, politics, free speech, and ethics on his blog.
Head over to our Meetup Page, to register and get the Zoom link.
Monthly Board Meeting
Thursday, March 27
Fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm MST
The Board of RMA meets on the 4th Thursday of each month. Meetings are open to all but only Board members can vote. The location of this month’s meeting is yet to be determined. Check out our Meetup page later in the month for details.
All details of our events can be found on our Meetup Page at https://www.meetup.com/rockymountainatheists/events/.