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Statement: Steven Pinker 2026
Humanists Australia's recent decision to not publicise Steven Pinker's 2026 Australian tour has generated commentary. We wish to clarify the reasons for our decision.
2025 Australian Humanist Awards
Humanists Australia is proud to announce the winner of the 2025 Australian Humanist of the Year award is AJ Williams-Tchen. We also recognise the life and work of Meg Wallace with our Lifetime Achievement Award. Join our celebration on World Humanist Day, June 21, or view the recorded session later.
Aftermath of Myanmar’s Earthquake
Myanmar faces a severe humanitarian crisis following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake near Mandalay on March 28, 2025. This disaster compounds the existing challenges stemming from the ongoing civil conflict initiated by the military junta's 2021 coup against the democratically elected government. Please donate to the Red Cross to help the people of Myanmar
Meg Wallace
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Meg Wallace, a distinguished author, tireless advocate for secularism, and former president of the Secular Association of NSW. Meg passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of thought leadership and activism that profoundly impacted the humanist and secular communities in Australia and beyond.