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SUMMARY:The Court and the Cross (American Atheists)
DESCRIPTION:The Court and the Cross:\nUnpacking This Year’s SCOTUS Decisions\nJuly 24\, 8:00 pm ET \nJoin us for a breakdown of the major Supreme Court decisions from the 2024–2025 term that impact the First Amendment\, religious equality\, and the separation of religion and government. Our panel of legal experts will walk you through the key cases American Atheists monitored this term\, highlight the amicus briefs we filed\, explain the outcomes\, and discuss what these rulings mean for your rights and the fight for secular government moving forward. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation—our speakers will take your questions live after the presentation. \nRegister now to join our legal experts! \n \nOur Presenters: \nGeoffrey Blackwell oversees American Atheists’ efforts to repair officials’ and judges’ understanding of the First Amendment and the separation between religion and government. As Legal Director\, he takes point in crafting American Atheists’ litigation strategy\, monitors federal legislation and policy developments\, weighs in on relevant court cases through amicus briefs\, and works to educate the legal community through outreach and scholarly writing. \nAmitai Heller is the Legal Director at the American Humanist Association\, where he brings extensive litigation experience to advance civil rights. He has led a number of successful\, high-profile cases in his previous positions\, including ones advocating for the rights of dying individuals with Compassion & Choices and fighting for the equal treatment of people with disabilities at Disability Rights Louisiana. \nAmerican Atheists is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan\, nonprofit educational organization that relies on the support of members like you. Contributions are tax-deductible. Our Federal Tax ID Number is 74-2466507 and our Combined Federal Campaign number is 52217. \nAmerican Atheists\n225 Cristiani Street\nCranford\, NJ 07016\nUnited States\n\nSee video\, original blog post\, Meetup event\, reminder blog post\, and post event blog post for more details.
URL:https://nycatheists.org/event/the-court-and-the-cross-american-atheists/
LOCATION:New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Atheists
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SUMMARY:2025 American Atheists National Convention
DESCRIPTION:American Atheists’ 2025 National Convention\nApril 17-20\nMinneapolis\, MN \nJoin us in Minneapolis for American Atheists’ 2025 National Convention! \nFeaturing dynamic speakers\, fun social activities\, workshops\, performances\, and community events\, this is a conference you don’t want to miss. \nAmerican Atheists is proud to present one of the most diverse and compelling line-ups of speakers\, activists\, community leaders\, academics\, musicians\, and artists that you’ll see at any atheist event in America. As always\, we’re committed to bringing brand new stories you’ve never heard to the stage\, including international activists\, poets\, politicians\, and much more. \nVisit the convention website for information about the schedule\, hotel\, ticket pricing\, and more: https://convention.atheists.org\n\nSee American Atheists Facebook event.\nSee blog post and venue page.\nSee Meetup page.\nSee convention page.
URL:https://nycatheists.org/event/2025-american-atheists-national-convention/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Marriot City Center\, 30 S 7th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Atheists,In-Person
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SUMMARY:Freedom of Thought Report 2024 Launch Event (American Atheists/Humanists International)
DESCRIPTION:As proud members of Humanists International\, we are thrilled to invite you to the virtual launch of the 2024 Freedom of Thought Report\, hosted by Humanists International and our partners the American Humanist Association\, on Thursday\, January 30 at 6:00 pm ET. This annual report examines the rights\, freedoms\, and challenges faced by humanists\, atheists\, and nonreligious individuals across the globe. \nThis year’s event will feature insights from leading human rights advocates and experts\, highlighting key findings and the ongoing struggle for freedom of thought\, expression\, and belief in a rapidly changing world. Join us to learn more about global trends\, pressing issues\, and the work being done to promote equality and human rights for all. \nConfirmed speakers: \n\nFish Stark\, Executive Director\, American Humanist Association\nEmma Wadsworth-Jones\, Casework and Campaigns Manager\, Humanists International\nMohamed Elsanousi\, USCIRF Commissioner\nRia Chakrabarty\, Senior Policy Director at Hindus for Human Rights\nMaggie Ardiente\, President of Secular Coalition for America and Board Member of Humanists International\n\nRegister now to secure your spot and participate in this critical conversation. Get more information and register here! \nP.S. American Atheists is proud to partner with Humanists International to host the World Humanist Congress and Humanists International General Assembly in our nation’s capital in 2026. The World Humanist Congress is a triennial event that brings together representatives from the global humanist\, atheist\, and secular community to learn from one another and work toward addressing the most pressing issues of our time. \nAmerican Atheists\n225 Cristiani Street\nCranford\, NJ 07016\nUnited States\n\nSee Meetup event.\nSee venue page.\nSee blog post and Zoom link.
URL:https://nycatheists.org/event/freedom-of-thought-report-2024-launch-event/
LOCATION:American Atheists Zoom\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL,American Atheists
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T200000
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SUMMARY:2025 State of the States Launch (American Atheists)
DESCRIPTION:The easiest way for most of you to do that will be to share the Facebook event to your various pages and groups. Please also consider inviting people from your friends list to get even broader reach. That link is here: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1108694794092917 \nReligious Equality Under Attack: 2025 State of the Secular States Report\nJanuary 16\, 8:00 pm ET \nAmerican Atheists is pleased to announce the publication of the seventh edition of the State of the Secular States report! This groundbreaking report on statewide laws and policies that affect religious equality and the separation of religion and government has been expanded and updated based on the 2024 legislative session. The report examines 60 measures of law\, both positive and negative\, in every state as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. \nThis report is intended to be a powerful tool for advocates and lawmakers\, explaining the laws and policies that affect the separation of religion and government in their states and allowing them to set meaningful and achievable advocacy goals. 2024 was a devastating year for civil rights and religious equality\, with widespread efforts by white Christian nationalist state lawmakers to pass legislation that undermines the separation of religion and government. Given the incoming administration\, we expect to see continued attacks on our civil rights and our democracy. It is more important than ever for atheists to become engaged in state advocacy. Come learn about the 2025 State of the Secular States report\, other advocacy resources American Atheists provides to support state advocacy\, and what we can expect in the 2025 state legislative session! \nLink to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8V7anuvuQtOLxEhIWO9zKw \nAmerican Atheists is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan\, nonprofit educational organization that relies on the support of members like you. Contributions are tax-deductible. Our Federal Tax ID Number is 74-2466507 and our Combined Federal Campaign number is 52217. \nAmerican Atheists\n225 Cristiani Street\nCranford\, NJ 07016\nUnited States\n\nSee post meeting blog post.\nRegister on Zoom.\nSee final reminder blog post.\nSee updated blog post about the event.\nSee updated blog post about the report.\nSee previous blog post about the event.\nSee Meetup event and venue page.\nSee previous blog post about the report.\nSee the report at American Atheists.
URL:https://nycatheists.org/event/2025-state-of-the-states-launch-american-atheists/
LOCATION:American Atheists Zoom\, New York\, NY\, United States
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SUMMARY:Post-election Town Hall (American Atheists)
DESCRIPTION:Join American Atheists staff and volunteers for a virtual Town Hall in response to the recent election and the significant shifts we’re seeing in U.S. leadership. With Donald Trump and Christian Nationalist allies taking control of the White House and Senate\, our secular community faces new challenges as we work to uphold the separation of religion and government. While the majority of Americans reaffirmed their support for public education\, reproductive rights\, and other secular policies\, voters simultaneously elected leaders who oppose them. American Atheists is committed to bold and fearless advocacy during this critical time\, and we invite you to join us for an open discussion on our action plans\, concerns\, and opportunities to protect civil rights in the years ahead. \nPS: Read our full statement on the election results\, and register to attend our virtual town hall on Tuesday\, November 12th. Our staff will do a deep dive on the election results\, discuss the challenges and plans ahead\, and answer your questions about the work to come. \nAmerican Atheists is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan\, nonprofit educational organization that relies on the support of members like you. Contributions are tax-deductible. Our Federal Tax ID Number is 74-2466507 and our Combined Federal Campaign number is 52217. \nAmerican Atheists\n225 Cristiani Street\nCranford\, NJ 07016\nUnited States\n\nRegister on Zoom. View Meetup event or blog post. View post meeting blog post.
URL:https://nycatheists.org/event/post-election-town-hall-american-atheists/
LOCATION:New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL,American Atheists
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Legal Landscape: Common Questions for Atheist Activists
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Legal Landscape:\nCommon Questions for Atheist Activists\nJuly 25\, 8:00 pm ET \nJoin us for an informative webinar where we tackle some of the most common legal issues atheists face and explore whether they are actionable in the current legal climate. Our presentation will provide clarity on issues such as the separation of church and state\, religious displays on public property\, and challenges to religious privilege in government settings. We’ll discuss the viability of these actions in today’s judicial environment\, including commentary on recent and relevant Supreme Court decisions. \nJoin us for an informative webinar where we tackle some of the most common legal issues atheists face and explore whether they are actionable in the current legal climate. Our presentation will provide clarity on issues such as the separation of church and state\, religious displays on public property\, and challenges to religious privilege in government settings. We’ll discuss the viability of these actions in today’s judicial environment\, including commentary on recent and relevant Supreme Court decisions. \nDon’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and connect with fellow advocates fighting for the separation of religion and government. \n \nOur Presenters: \nAlison Gill is Vice President for Legal and Policy at American Atheists\, where she manages the organization’s federal and state advocacy for religious equality and litigation activities to protect the separation of religion and government. Alison is a nationally recognized expert on civil rights law and state advocacy. \nPrior to her work with American Atheists\, Alison worked as a consultant to nonprofits focusing on advocacy strategy and systemic change and as Senior Legislative Counsel at the Human Rights Campaign\, where she managed state-level advocacy on issues such as conversion therapy\, bullying prevention\, education discrimination\, health and wellness\, youth homelessness\, and data collection. \nGeoffrey Blackwell joined American Atheists in September 2016. As litigation counsel\, he responds to reports of potential violations of the separation between religion and government\, works with government officials to find mutually acceptable solutions to issues\, and manages litigation if issues cannot be resolved amicably. \nPrior to joining the staff of American Atheists\, Geoffrey served as Associate Counsel in a New Jersey civil litigation firm and served as a member of the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Humanist Network. Every year\, he volunteers as a judge for the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. \nWhile studying at Rutgers School of Law\, he participated in the school’s Human Rights Advocacy and Litigation Clinic\, served as the President of the Rutgers-Camden International Law Society\, and independently researched religious discrimination in employment. \nAmerican Atheists is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan\, nonprofit educational organization that relies on the support of members like you. Contributions are tax-deductible. Our Federal Tax ID Number is 74-2466507 and our Combined Federal Campaign number is 52217. \nAmerican Atheists\n225 Cristiani Street\nCranford\, NJ 07016\nUnited States\n\nSee blog post\, venue page and Meetup event for more info.
URL:https://nycatheists.org/event/navigating-the-legal-landscape-common-questions-for-atheist-activists/
LOCATION:American Atheists Zoom\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL,American Atheists
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