Humanist Communities in Australia

Humanists Australia is committed to encouraging the formation of, and providing support for, diverse and inclusive humanist communities around Australia. We have established communities around the country for the purposes of providing mutual support, fostering a sense of belonging and engaging people from all walks of life in humanist values and activities. Activities of current communities include but are not limited to discussion groups, picnics, walking, cultural activities and book clubs.

Our communities

Canberra Humanist Community

Canberra Humanists hold regular discussions on topics related to humanism, and community forums where community members can provide support to each other. They also organise community outings to various points of interest around Canberra.

Read more or request to join via their Meetup page.

Humanists Central Melbourne (Naarm)

Humanists Central Melbourne welcomes all humanists, and others who are interested in humanist friendships, discussions, shared projects, and/or learning about humanism.

Read more or request to join via their Meetup page.

Sydney Metro Humanists

Sydney Metro Humanists are a supportive, inclusive community of people with shared values in the Sydney metropolitan area.

We are founded on the principle of human hearted connection and compassion to support each other in solving life’s problems.

Read more or request to join via their Meetup page.

Ex-Religious Support Network (ESN)

The Ex-Religious Support Network (ESN) is a place where people who have left their religion or are leaving their religion can develop friendships and tap into resources that will help them on their journey through a life without religion. This network offers an opportunity for members to share the challenges and triumphs of their journey towards unbelief. In this safe environment, members can learn and support others experiencing the same challenges as themselves.

Read more or request to join via their Meetup page.

Humanists Brisbane

Humanists Brisbane is a group based within all variants of Humanism, in the spirit of a positive humanity, that promotes both physical and mental wellness through meaningful relationships, free-thinking, exercise, a supportive group and being kind to one another. We like to do meetups of just chatting, lunch meetups, taking walks or seeing movies sometimes. We also like to do the occasional charity event to slightly better life for individuals.

Read more or request to join via their Meetup page.

How are we doing with our communities?

Let us know at feedback@humanistsaustralia.org

How are we doing with our communities?

Let us know at feedback@humanistsaustralia.org

Can’t find a humanist community near you?

For those who don’t live in regions with established communities, we offer a range of HA facilitated online events.

Any upcoming events are listed on our events page, our Meetup page, or in our fortnightly Enewsletter.

Our events page also lists a number of events around the country that are not facilitated or affiliated by HA but may be of interest to humanists and HA supporters alike.

Interested in applying to establish a humanist community in your region?

HA is committed to building humanist communities all around Australia, and we rely on volunteers from our membership and supporter base to establish and keep them running.

Find out more about how to establish a new community, including the:

  • process to apply

  • community rules and expectations

  • support offered by the HA team

We look forward to hearing from you!