Humanist Society of New Zealand

Humanist Society of New Zealand

The Humanist Society of New Zealand (Inc.) is a New Zealand organisation that promotes Humanist philosophy and ideals. The Society meets in Wellington with members throughout New Zealand.

It is affiliated internationally to the International Humanist and Ethical Union(IHEU) and the United Nations Association of NZ. The official symbol of the Society is a version of the Happy Human:

ee also

*New Zealand Association of Rationalists and Humanists

External links

* [http://www.humanist.org.nz/index.html Humanist Society of New Zealand (Inc.)]


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