About AAH
African Americans for Humanism is engaged in developing humanism in the African American community. They exist for those who are unchurched or free from religion and who are looking for a rational and ethical approach to life. AAH believes that solving problems and attaining happiness should be rooted in reason, free inquiry, and critical thinking. They do not embrace ESP, astrology, numerology, or any other paranormal belief. They strive to deal with the problems of the world by fully developing their minds and properly analyzing ethical ideas.
Racism and slavery have plagued African Americans for centuries. Racial insensitivity and biased Eurocentric thinking have also caused great problems for African Americans. These problems are not always easy to detect and are often found in the least likely places and among the least likely people. AAH strongly opposes racism and challenges long-held beliefs which have consistently kept African Americans at a disadvantage socially, politically and economically.
Traditional Western scholarship, philosophy, and ethical ideas have often been tainted by falsehoods. If world history is to be understood, it must first be understood that there are many different perspectives to examine. AAH presents many views which come into conflict with some of the established views of traditional Western scholarship, which adds depth to philosophical thought and helps create tolerance and understanding throughout the world community…
Humanism has a rich, though neglected, history in the African American community. African American humanists including W.E.B. Du Bios, Hubert H. Harrison, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, A. Philip Randolph, Richard Wright, and Carter G. Woodson, among others, have made significant contributions to history, literature, human rights, science, and activism. AAH looks to draw upon this strong humanist heritage to better understand problems and devise solutions. Humanist encourage critical examination of all ideals and no concepts are regarded as sacred.
Find out more at: www.aahumanism.net
