Welcome to the Humanist Society of Victoria Incorporated (HSV).
Humanism is an optimistic world-view relying on human capabilities only – guided by reason – informed by evidence – driven by compassion.
We work to build a more civilized society, fostering ethics based on human values. We consider that reason, free inquiry and a scientific approach enable us to understand the universe and our place in it. We defend freedom and democracy and provide a positive alternative to religious and dogmatic creeds. We support separation of church and state, and secular education.
At present Religious Education is compulsory in UK up to age 18, but is ignored in 24% of schools. The Humanists (click here) want it to be compulsory, comprehensive, consistent and high quality RE to be part of a national curriculum which would treat RE like all other Humanities subjects (click here).
The Humanists have obtained national approval for its own teaching kit, but thus far no local school authority, ie a SACRE, has introduced it.
Times are changing for the better if I can get this online!