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Articles in Local Press Humani member Myrtle Ewing gave a very positive portrayal of a humanist life in her interview with The Belfast Telegraph jounalist Jane Bell entitled Humanism: The alternative to religion Bi-monthly magazine Humanism Ireland Letter from the Editor Welcome to the first edition of a new all-Ireland Humanist magazine, the result of a merger between Humani, the journal of the Humanist Association of Northern Ireland, and The Irish Humanist, journal of the Humanist Association of Ireland. Humanism Ireland will be on sale throughout the island and we hope it will raise the profile of Humanism from Malin Head to Mizen Head. Ireland, north and south, is becoming a more diverse and plural society. Ethnic minorities are growing daily, women are acquiring more power and influence in all walks of life, gays and lesbians are emerging from the shadows, and secularists are sticking their heads above the parapet. All are contributing to a new and exciting melting pot. The most successful societies are those which utilise all their diverse cultures, divergent opinions and varied talents for the common good. They recognise the right to be different, while at the same time cherishing the universal values we all share as part of our common humanity. Humanism Ireland aims to reflect this diversity, as well as giving voice to the 14% or more of the population who comprise a secular constituency. At first glance, this challenge might appear to be impossible. But in life we must do the thing we think we cannot do. The Humanist philosophy is basically the same wherever we live on this crowded earth, and issues of concern to Humanists are much the same on either side of the Irish border. Bertrand Russell summed it up well: “Remember your humanity and forget the rest”. Humanism Ireland seeks to address issues of concern to humanity, here and elsewhere, and to applaud and celebrate all human endeavour which contributes to the betterment of life now and in the future. Articles are accepted for publication at the editor's discretion. Letters are also welcome. Letters and articles should be submitted to the editor:Brian McClinton, 25 Riverside Drive, Lisburn, BT27 4HE, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Tel 028 92677264. email brianmcclinton@btinternet.com
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