The New Orleans Secular Humanist Association is dedicated to raising the awareness of people of the Gulf Coast region to the ideals and values of secular humanism.
What is Humanism?
Humanists reject superstitious beliefs. Instead, we can make sense of the world using reason, experience and shared values. We can make the best of life by creating meaning and purpose for ourselves, and choosing to take responsibility for our actions.
It is important to act morally towards others, not because of a divine imperative, but because people have inherent dignity. We have only one life, it is our responsibility to make it a good life, and to live it well.
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Comedian and banjoist Steve Martin collaborated with members of roots band Steep Canyon Rangers on writing and performing “Atheists Don’t Have No Songs” over a decade ago, and the humorous acapella verses remain a haunting enigma for atheists—no songs equals no love, no hate, no friends…well, you know: no purpose, no anything. It’s a musical shaming of atheists, if ever there was one (but probably not). Add to the list of things under the heading of No, the conclusion that…
The New Orleans Secular Humanist Association expresses its condolences to all of New Orleans’ visitors and citizens and their families who were victims of the terrorist attack in the early morning of January 1, 2025. The event became the predominant mainstream media and cable news network story of the day, and resulted in the postponement of a major football game. The brutal killing field littered with 15 bodies equaled those that have occured in Europe and other parts of the…
Award winning journalist Bob Marshall spoke to NOSHA this month about our climate situation regarding the history that has led to where our state is now and what we can expect in the future. And while many of us have grim views of the condition of climate issues in our current political circumstances, he did provide a list of groups he recommends that can use our support and which will keep us informed and offer some bright spots in this…
