The World Humanist Congress (WHC) is not merely an event. It is the largest, most vital, and most influential international gathering of the global humanist movement. It stands as the essential centerpiece where the future of non-religious ethics and action is decided.

Held triennially, the WHC is the high-level forum that unifies the entire worldwide humanist, atheist, and secular community. You will join leading activists, scholars, officials, and visionary thinkers to foster learning, forge powerful collaborations, and define our collective strategy. This is where participants don’t just talk about change; they collectively address the world’s most pressing issues and reaffirm a shared, defiant commitment to core humanist values like reason, human rights, and secularism.

In 2026, the stakes are higher than ever. Organized by Humanists International and local partner Humanist Canada from 7 to 9 August in Ottawa, we will confront global threats head-on with our powerful theme: “Humanism As Resistance.”