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A Chapter of the American Humanist Association

Humanists
New Mexico

Humanists New Mexico is a community of freethinkers exploring ethical, secular humanism — through dialogue, education, and meaningful connection.

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Who are we?

Humanists New Mexico, chartered as the Humanist Society of New Mexico, is a statewide 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization. While our leadership and meetings are in Albuquerque, we eagerly support efforts to form satellite groups. We strive to provide a community where everyone may learn about and share humanist principles in a friendly, respectful and joyful environment.

upcoming events 

Humanist Speaker Series


FREE · August 22

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM



James Bennett


The new managing editor of the Albuquerque Journal, with nearly 50 years in the newspaper industry, will tell us what's happening in journalism in Albuquerque and around the country. Learn more here.

Albuquerque Museum

2000 Mountain Rd. NW



Discussion meetings this month


Saturday, August 8: 10:30 am - 12:30 PM

What’s On Your Mind? -- A free-wheeling, open and respectful discussion. It's a great way to meet fellow humanists and discuss issues of the day.

International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE

Saturday, August 15: 10:30 am - 12:00 PM

Topical Discussion: “Christian Nationalism.” Led by Albuquerque Academy history faculty member George Ovitt. Topics are suggested and voted on by members.

International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE

Discussion meetings are free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.

Special Interest Groups

Yeah, we have fun!!!

We're all about community. We have groups that hike, ponder philosophy over beer, bowl, play games online, discuss fiction and nonfiction, and socialize at potlucks and monthly nights out.

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President's Message

august 2026


Peter Dickinson

President, Humanists New Mexico

Let me begin with a heartfelt thank you to our members who were willing to share their experiences with us in our Leaving Religion panel discussion on July 25 - Amber Pechin, Jay Rogers, Terry Sloan, and Spencer Bond - and to Brian Taylor for his thoughtful moderation of this deeply personal and often sensitive topic.

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Membership Benefits

01

Meet and socialize with other freethinkers in a welcoming, open community.

02

Hear challenging and informative speakers discuss a broad range of timely issues.

03

Be part of a progressive secular network taking action on important issues of the day.

04

Access to a wide selection of Humanist literature and publications.

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Memberships

Annual membership supports our mission and community programs.


$25

Individual / yr

$40

Couple / yr

$5

Student / yr

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Humanists New Mexico
A Nonprofit Corporation
P.O. Box 27293
Albuquerque, NM 87125-7293

Contact@HumanistsNM.org

Our Mission

Humanists New Mexico, aka the Humanist Society of New Mexico, is a statewide 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization. While our leadership and meetings are in Albuquerque, we eagerly support efforts to form satellite groups. We strive to provide a community where everyone may learn about and share humanist principles in a friendly, respectful and joyful environment.


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