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Speaker: Ian Bushfield

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The American Humanist Association describes Humanism as a rational philosophy, informed by science, inspired by art, and motivated by compassion. In this talk, BCHA President Ian Bushfield will discuss how
humanism promotes living a good and moral life without the need for divine revelation. Rather than relying on immutable words and holy books, Humanists find value and purpose in life through reason and science. Humanist ethics are informed by the great philosophers of the enlightenment and seek to promote happiness. Finally, Humanists often seek to retain the social values of religion, from the rituals and ceremonies to the communal benefits, while rejecting the dogmatic requirements.