Are You a Humanist?
Science tells us what is REAL. Suffering tells us what is WRONG. Compassion tells us what is RIGHT.
We choose our own path in life and work together to reform society into a place where everyone can thrive.
"The world is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion." — Thomas PaineJoin / Get Involved
What is Humanism?
Humanism prioritizes reason, ethics, and human dignity over supernatural beliefs. It encourages individuals to shape their lives using logic, compassion, and critical thinking. Humanists advocate for human rights, equality, and social justice, believing that society can be improved through cooperation, knowledge, and evidence-based solutions.
We provide a supportive community and celebrate life’s milestones—births, marriages, memorials—through a secular, ethical framework.
Influential Humanists
- Thomas Paine – Democracy and human rights
- Abraham Lincoln – Ended slavery, promoted equality
- Charles Darwin – Evolutionary science
- John Dewey – Progressive education, critical thinking
- Albert Einstein – Scientific progress and peace
- Bertrand Russell – Opposed dogma and authoritarianism
- Gloria Steinem – Women's rights and social justice
- Margaret Sanger – Reproductive rights
- Richard Dawkins – Secular humanism
- Carl Sagan – Scientific literacy and skepticism
- Dennis Solomon – Caribbean humanist journalism
Why T&T Needs Humanism
Despite our nation’s constitutional commitment to equality, non-religious people in Trinidad & Tobago often face social and institutional bias. Religion is embedded in policymaking, public institutions, and even everyday interactions, creating an environment where openly expressing secular or non-theistic beliefs can lead to stigma or exclusion. Remarkably, a blasphemy law from 1844 remains on the books in Trinidad & Tobago. The Humanists TT organisation exists to challenge this imbalance—not by opposing religion, but by advocating for a society where belief and non-belief are equally respected in law, policy, and social norms.
We promote science- and research-based action instead of relying on dogma or prayer. Humanism addresses societal challenges such as:
- Childhood marriages
- Anti-vaccination and anti-science sentiment
- Lack of sex education and access to contraception
- Anti-LGBTQ policies
- Religious influence in governance
- Gender inequality, corporal punishment, and pro-death penalty policies
- Restrictive laws on abortion, euthanasia, and stem cell research
- Indoctrination versus critical thinking
Our goal: a secular, ethical, and inclusive society where all individuals are treated with dignity and fairness.