NZARH
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United Nations Human Rights Council Statement
In a joint statement made at the UN Human Rights Council, the Humanist Society of New Zealand, the New Zealand Association of Rationalists and Humanists, and Humanists International have commended progress on human rights issues in New Zealand, while warning against risks to advancements. The statement was delivered by Mark Honeychurch, Vice President of the Humanists Society of New Zealand, a member organisation of Humanists International.…
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DECULT Conference Oct 19 – 20th
The NZARH will be represented by councillor Mark Honeychurch at DECULT next month. We hope to see other members there! DECULT speakers: https://decult.net/speakers/ DECULT media coverage: https://decult.net/news/ Purchase tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/decult-cult-awareness-conference-tickets Over 30 speakers will share their insights and concerns about Gloriavale, Jehovah’s Witnesses, The Truth/2x2s, IBLP, Children of God, Centrepoint, MISA, Shincheonji, ISTA, Exclusive Brethren (PBCC) and others. There will be panels on disinformation,…
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Freethought Music Festival and Intellectual Awakening in Africa
An exciting initiative in Nigeria, Africa – African Freethought Music and Art Festival 16 October organised by Dr Leo Igwe, Board member of Humanists International. “While irreligious songs are not mainstream, they exist and feature in the music industry. And the time has come for humanists, atheists, and freethinkers to pay closer attention to this category of music. Humanists need to reclaim their artistic legacy”.…
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Review of the End of Life Choice Act (2019)
About the New Zealand Association of Rationalists and Humanists The New Zealand Association of Rationalists and Humanists (NZARH) is an incorporated society that has been operating since 1927. We have over 300 members, and support and campaign on behalf of over 2.2 million people in New Zealand who declare themselves non-religious. Our Association’s purpose is to advocate for a secular, rational, science-based and humane…
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NZARH AGM Sunday 14th July 11am
We look forward to seeing you at our AGM, Sunday 14th July, starting at 11am. Council Nominations The following nominations for council positions have been received unopposed: Please join us at Rationalist House for our AGM on Sunday 14th July from 11am. Guest Speaker After our AGM, Craig Hoyle will be speaking from 12 noon. All are welcome to this segment, please invite any friends…
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Rationalist House Update
We’re looking for commercial tenants for three areas at Rationalist House. These are freshly renovated spaces to suit office or specialist retail. If you know anyone looking for office space, please refer them to us! Phone: 09 373 5131, Mobile 021 178 2494, email: office@rationalists.nz Two interconnecting rooms at the front of Rationalist House, opposite Rations Cafe. Street level. 52 square metres + shared…
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Rationalist House Update
At the end of 2023 our main Tenant ended their 7 year lease with us (they moved to bigger premises). With preparing the building to go on to the rental market, we have incurred many costs. Therefore we are asking for donations for our association. The other way of supporting our Association is to remember us in your will. A bequest would be greatly…
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New debate series at Rationalist House
AI is an existential threat to humanity What do you think? Come and hear both sides NZARH vs University of Auckland Debating Society Tuesday 16th of April 7:30 pm at Rationalist House, 64 Symonds Street, Auckland Doors open at 7pm This is a free event, but seating is limited * Please send this to any of your friends who might be interested in attending.
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Rationalist House Update
We’ve been busy getting the House clean and tidy. A huge amount of work has been done to get us ready to go to the rental market this month. Renovations and repairs are completed, if you are able to call in, you’ll see our magnificent freshly painted hallway beautifully lit by sparkling chandeliers: so clean and bright! We’re listing with 3 agencies to help…
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In Memory of Douglas Neville Wheeler
Douglas Neville Wheeler, a member of the NZARH since 1968, passed away on the 16th March 2023 after a short illness, aged 86. A kind and generous man, he is survived by many family members who dearly miss him. Doug has generously left a bequest of $5,000 to the NZARH. We’re very grateful; this financial support is incredibly helpful, and much appreciated.
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Skeptics & Rationalists Put Their Money Where Their Mouth Is
From April 1st 2023 the NZ Skeptics, along with the NZ Association of Rationalists and Humanists, are offering a one hundred thousand dollar (NZ $100,000) prize as part of the NZ Skeptics Challenge – and this is definitely not an April Fool’s joke! Until recently the well known skeptic Stuart Landsborough, of Wanaka’s Puzzling World, offered a $100,000 psychic challenge. After three decades of…
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NZ Census 2023
NZ Census 2023 will ask “what is your religion?” To be counted correctly as non-religious, tick “no religion” and leave the religion details box BLANK It’s important that you take time to answer this question honestly: Census data is used by members of parliament, government, and many other organisations to inform a wide range of important decisions like the amount of public funding…
