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First International Conference on Humanistic Military Chaplaincy

On the eve of the 2026 World Humanist Congress, the First International Conference on Humanist Military Chaplaincy took place.

Humanist military chaplains and representatives of secular chaplaincy organizations from various countries came together to exchange experiences and discuss the future of humanist, values-based support for soldiers.

7. August 2026

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Making the protection of people from the consequences of the climate crisis a political priority

A broad coalition representing agriculture, civil defense, health, social services, tenant protection, the environment, and climate—including the Humanist Association of Germany | Federal Association—is calling on the federal government to make protecting people from the consequences of the climate crisis a political priority.

6. August 2026

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Freedom of information is a civil right

Possible restrictions on the Freedom of Information Act are currently being discussed at the federal level. The focus is on whether access to official information

7. Juli 2026

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Humanism to Go – the new Federal Association podcast

To mark World Humanist Day on June 21, the Humanist Association of Germany | Federal Association is launching its new podcast, “Humanismus to go.” This monthly talk show makes humanist perspectives accessible, relatable, and socially relevant.

18. Juni 2026

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Pastoral care without God – Humanist Sven Thale in conversation on WDR 5

Our Federal Commissioner for Humanist Chaplaincy in Institutions, Sven Thale, spoke about humanist military chaplaincy in the program „Jenseits von Eden“ on WDR 5 on May 10, 2026.

12. Mai 2026

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Bertha von Suttner-Studienwerk: Call for applications for scholarships

The fifth round of applications for the Bertha von Suttner Scholarship Program has now begun. As of now, students and doctoral candidates can once again apply for a Bertha von Suttner scholarship via the scholarship organization’s website. Those who successfully complete the selection process will receive non-material and financial support.

4. Mai 2026

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In principle family – documentary film with discussion on June 1 in Berlin

On the occasion of International Children’s Day on June 1, the Humanist Association of Germany | Federal Association cordially invites you to a film screening followed by a discussion with the director Daniel Abma and Britta Licht, Federal Commissioner for Children’s Rights of the Humanist Association of Germany.

23. April 2026

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Humanistische Gemeinschaft Hessen becomes „Humanistischer Verband Deutschlands | Hessen“

On March 8, 2026, the state members‘ meeting of the Humanistische Gemeinschaft Hessen decided to rename the state association. In future, the association will bear the name „Humanistischer Verband Deutschlands | Hessen“ and thus adopt the common word and figurative mark of the Humanist Association of Germany.

26. März 2026

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Dagmar Müller-Funk is the new Federal Commissioner for Women and Diversity

The Humanist Association of Germany – Federal Association has appointed Dagmar Müller-Funk as Federal Commissioner for Women and Diversity.

19. März 2026

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International Women’s Day: Defending the achievements of equal rights

On International Women’s Day, the Humanist Association of Germany reminds us that the progress made towards equality for women cannot be taken for granted. Particularly in times of political and social uncertainty, hard-won rights come under pressure. The association calls for these achievements to be actively defended and for ways to be found to deal with the challenges of the present – without falling back into outdated gender roles.

6. März 2026