Events – Secular Coalition for Arizona

Secular Speaker Series

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Linsay0 Comments

UPCOMING (VIRTUAL) PRESENTATIONS:

January 17, 2p: Six Choices at the End of Life Includes Medical Aid in Dying, presented by Arizona End of Life Options
January 21, 5:45p: Virtual Social, presented by FFRF-Valley of the Sun
January 24, 10a: David Swanson, Humanism and Anti-militarism; presented by HSGP
January 30, 2p: Save Our Schools Arizona (SOSAZ); register here
January 30, 7p: Or Adam Congregation for Humanist Judaism: Havdalah Celebration; RSVP Required
February 12, 1p: Six Choices at the End of Life Includes Medical Aid in Dying, presented by Arizona End of Life Options
February 13, 2p: Humanity Forward AZ; register here
February 21, 2p: Six Choices at the End of Life Includes Medical Aid in Dying, presented by Arizona End of Life Options
March 12, 1p: Six Choices at the End of Life Includes Medical Aid in Dying, presented by Arizona End of Life Options
March 21, 2p: Six Choices at the End of Life Includes Medical Aid in Dying, presented by Arizona End of Life Options

RECORDINGS OF PAST PRESENTATIONS:

January 16: Kendra Ruth Martinez and Sue Lynn Stiner of Arizona Golden Rule Educational Experiences (AGREE)
January 10: Will Humble, Evidence Base and Ethics of Vaccine Prioritization
November 21: Dana Wolfe Naimark on If You Gain, Do I Lose? An Exploration of Zero Sum Thinking in our Secular Humanism and Our Politics
November 8: Anne Schneider on the implications of election results; presented by HSGP
November 7: Casey Brinck and Debbie Allen of Secular Coalition for America discuss election results
October 25: Jeanne Casteen, Humanist Values and the Maricopa County Superintendent; presented by HSGP
October 24: Julie Gunnigle, Candidate for Maricopa County Attorney
October 15: Rebecca Markert, Legal Director of the Freedom from Religion Foundation, presented by FFRF-Valley of the Sun
September 27: Nick Fish of American Atheists, presented by HSGP
September 26: Alison Gill of American Atheists; Reality Check: Being Nonreligious in America
September 23: AZ Resistors Presents Maricopa County Recorder Adrian Fontes
September 13: HSGP Member Town Hall; part of HSGP’s Sunday Speaker Series
September 12, Abby Louise Jensen of Southern Arizona Gender Alliance and ACLU AZ
August 29: Mark Nisski of Kingman Freethinkers
August 23: 50 Years of HSGP: A Chat with Susan Sackett and Hal Saferstein; part of HSGP’s Sunday Speaker Series
August 15: Lindsay Love, Chandler Unified School Board Member: The Trap of Politeness
August 9: Dr. Dwight Moore, Dying with Dignity… What is it Really Like?
August 1: Joe Blankenship, Americans United for Separation of Church and State Greater Phoenix, Theocracy? Oligarchy? Democracy?
July 18, 2p: Senator Juan Mendez and Representative Athena Salman, Secular (Super) Stars
June 28: Izzy Oldfield, Defending the Wall Between Church & State in Today’s Climate
June 27: Hon. Elaissia Sears, Being Black in America
June 20: Dr. Dwight Moore, Arizona End of Life Options for terminally ill patients
June 11: Affinis Humanity presents Racism and Religion in America
June 7: Aishin Leonard, Transforming Overwhelm and Trauma into Flourishing and Well-Being
June 6: Alessandra Navidad, Executive Director of ACLU of Arizona: ACLUAZ Update
May 23: Andrew Seidel, constitutional attorney and Director of Strategic Response for the Freedom From Religion Foundation
May 17: Matt Long: The Psychedelic Revolution
May 16: David Rice: Fun with Fallacies; presented by Kingman Freethinkers
May 9: Dianne Post, Secular AZ Legal Director: 2017-2020 Secular AZ Legal Update
May 3: Ed Martin: Build Thriving, Sustainable Lives, Communities and Economies
April 25: Tory Roberg, Secular AZ Director of Government Affairs: 2020 Legislative Update
April 19: Will Humble, Arizona Public Health Association: COVID-19 Response Overview: What You Need to Know

Not a member? Become one today! More videos available on Secular AZ’s Youtube Channel

Secular Summit 2020

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Linsay0 Comments

The Secular Summit has gone virtual! Click here to join the event on Zoom.

Join secular supporters from around Arizona at our annual Secular Summit on 12/5/2020 for presentations, networking, education, advocacy and more.

Because we’re meeting online, we’re not charging for tickets this year. However, if you’re able, we ask that you please support Secular AZ by:

making a donation that works with your budget or
being a sponsor ($100) or
being a super sponsor ($500)

This year, our keynote speaker is Katherine Stewart, journalist and author of The Power Worshippers: Inside the Dangerous Rise of Christian Nationalism and The Good News Club: The Christian Right’s Stealth Assault on America’s Children.

We’ll also have updates on the upcoming legislative session and Secular AZ’s legal activities, and hear from the Executive Director of the Secular Coalition for America, Debbie Allen.

Please join us on Saturday, December 5, from 9AM – 3:30PM. Click here to join the event on Zoom.

Tucson Presentation: David Tamayo

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Linsay0 Comments

Hey Tucson! Join Freethought Arizona and Secular AZ on Saturday, February 22, at the Murphy-Wilmot Library, for a presentation with David Tamayo, founder of Hispanic American Freethinkers, the first and only national Latinx 501(c)(3) educational organization of its kind.

– This free event starts at 2pm
– 530 N Wilmot Road, Tucson

Tamayo will present “Artificial Intelligence, Secular Humanism, and Other Scary Thoughts.” This talk will touch on topics located at the intersection of secular humanism, philosophy, consciousness, science, and free will.

Sunday Speaker at HSGP: David Tamayo

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Linsay0 Comments

SUNDAY SPEAKER DAVID TAMAYO: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, SECULAR HUMANISM, AND OTHER SCARY THOUGHTS

This talk connects A.I. to Humanism, especially about the near future for humanity.

David Tamayo is president and founder of Hispanic American Freethinkers, (HAFree) which is the first and only national Latino non-profit educational organization of its kind. He is also Chief Information Officer for a large aerospace engineering firm in D.C. David is the organizer of the HAFree High School Outreach Mentor Program to Latino and immigrant students teaching Critical Thinking Skills and Career Planning.

David sponsors and assists 10 cybersecurity teams at Langley High School competing in the U.S Air Force National CyberPatriot Competition. He is Vice President and founder of the Hispanic Business and Technology Council, a non-profit that educates young Hispanics to become IT leaders.

The meeting is free and open to the public. Doors open at 9:00 am for socializing with an optional Continental breakfast available for a $5 donation. The meeting begins at 10:00 am.

For more info, visit the HSGP website.

When

February 23rd, 2020 10:00 AM through 11:30 AM

Location

627 W RIO SALADO PKWY
HUMANIST CENTER
MESA, AZ 85201-4009

Secular Day at the Capitol: February 24, 2020

Posted on December 30, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Secular Day at Capitol Map and Short Agenda Final

Save the date: Secular Day at the Capitol is February 24, 2020.

Calling ALL who support separation of church and state to join us on February 24, 2020, for our 7th Annual Secular Day at the Capitol. Here’s what you can expect:

– Learn about current threats to secular government

– Advocacy training

– Meetings with your lawmakers

– Group introductions from the House and Senate

– SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: DAVID TAMAYO, Founder and President of Hispanic Freethinkers

– Lunch & shirt included!

Registration closes February 17, 2020, so don’t delay!

RSVP for this FREE event by February 7 to qualify for your Secular AZ bracelet.

Sunday Speaker at HSGP: Mandisa Thomas of Black Nonbelievers

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Join our friends at the Humanist Society of Greater Phoenix on Sunday, December 8, for Sunday Speaker Mandisa Thomas: “How Religion Has Crippled the Black Community.”

While the Black community in the United States makes up approximately 12 percent of the population, 79 percent still identify as religious, which makes the subject of atheism challenging, and open identification very stigmatizing.

Mandisa Thomas will discuss the institutional reasons for the high religiosity in the Black community, how her organization Black Nonbelievers is building community and increasing visibility for those who need support, and how the secular community can improve on its understanding and help for people of color in the movement.

Black Nonbelievers’ merchandise will be available for purchase at the meeting.

Doors open at 9:00 am for optional buffet breakfast ($5 donation) and socializing. Presentation begins at 10:00 am.

Please RSVP on the HSGP website.

Secular Summit 2019 Tickets Available

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Join us on December 7 for the 5th annual Secular Summit!

This members-only event is a day of secular networking, education, advocacy and action, including updates from our legal team and our Director of Government Affairs. (Not a member yet? Become one today!)

Our keynote speaker this year is Mandisa Thomas, founder of Black Nonbelievers. More speakers to be announced!

Tickets are just $15, lunch included. Become a host, super host, or event sponsor and help support the fight to keep Arizona secular!

RSVP now to save your seat. Tickets on sale until 12/5, so don’t wait!

See you at the Summit!

Humanist Society of Greater Phoenix Presents An Evening with Matt Dillahunty & Seth Andrews

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Seth Andrews and Matt Dillahunty team up for a one-night event hosted by the Humanist Society of Greater Phoenix.

Join us for a fun evening of conversation and plenty of interaction with Seth and Matt, with the option of a VIP Dinner with Matt and Seth before the show!

HSGP is inviting secular-friendly organizations to set up tables for networking in the reception area all evening, where Seth and Matt will be tabling and signing books as well.

You have the opportunity to buy a ticket for Seth and Matt fans who otherwise wouldn’t be able to attend. Sponsor some tickets and we will make sure they get to the people who want them.

Cash Bars in the Reception/Networking Area.

THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT.

Visit the HSGP website for more information and to purchase tickets.

Happy Hour with the Secular Stars – RSVP Today!

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Join us in Phoenix/Tempe or Tucson (or both!) for our annual Happy Hours with the Secular Stars

Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you learn about Secular AZ’s successes, meet our Secular Star lawmakers, and mingle with other Arizonans who want church and state to remain separate.

Come support the fight against religious influence in our state’s public policy. Please purchase tickets by September 15. See you at Happy Hour!

Tucson Happy Hour

When: Tuesday, September 24 from 5-7pm

Where: Dante’s Fire 2526 E Grant Road, Tucson

Phoenix Happy Hour

When: Thursday, September 26 from 5-7pm

Where: Boulders on Broadway 530 W. Broadway, Tempe

Get your tickets here!

Eat Pizza, Support Separation of Church and State

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

How? Simply eat at Blaze Pizza on Thursday, August 29th between 4 and 8 pm!

Show the flyer (below) when you pay (you can pull it up on your phone or print it), and Blaze will donate 20% of the bill to Secular AZ. It’s a great way to support separation of church and state in AZ while enjoying yummy pizza, salads and drinks.

Visit either of these two Blaze locations to participate:

Happy Hours in Tucson and Phoenix/Tempe

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Join us in Phoenix/Tempe or Tucson (or both!) for our annual Happy Hours with the Secular Stars

Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you learn about Secular AZ’s successes, meet our Secular Star lawmakers, and mingle with other Arizonans who want church and state to remain separate.

Come support the fight against religious influence in our state’s public policy. Please purchase tickets by September 15. See you at Happy Hour!

Tucson Happy Hour

When: Tuesday, September 24 from 5-7pm

Where: Dante’s Fire 2526 E Grant Road, Tucson

Phoenix Happy Hour

When: Thursday, September 26 from 5-7pm

Where: Boulders on Broadway 530 W. Broadway, Tempe

Get your tickets here!

#StopTheBans National Day of Action

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Linsay0 Comments

Georgia. Ohio. Kentucky. Missouri. Alabama. ALL of these states’ Republican majorities have voted to effectively ban abortion in their states. And there are other states lining up to the be next state to “nearly or effectively ban abortion.”

Abortion bans impact everyone: women, transgender patients, people of color, LGBTQ people, undocumented folks, men, people with disabilities – the list goes on!

JOIN US TO ON A NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION to #StopTheBans

TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2019 – 9:30 am

Arizona State Capitol

1700 W. Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ

Show up in PINK or your favorite vibrant Tuesday color and fight with us!

Category: Events

SUNDAY SPEAKER DAVID TAMAYO: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, SECULAR HUMANISM, AND OTHER SCARY THOUGHTS

Join us on December 7 for the 5th annual Secular Summit!

Join us in Phoenix/Tempe or Tucson (or both!) for our annual Happy Hours with the Secular Stars

Join us in Phoenix/Tempe or Tucson (or both!) for our annual Happy Hours with the Secular Stars