Who We Are
We are Gulf Coast Humanists, an official chapter of the American Humanist Association. As a secular community, we offer a vibrant, compassionate alternative to religion in South Mississippi.
We also mobilize to support the most vulnerable populations in our area.
You can learn about our values here, and you can join our upcoming events here.
We are a member of Mississippi Gulf Coast Mutual Aid Collective, and we are a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
In June 2025, we received a prestigious award from AHA at their annual conference in Chicago for the work we do in Mississippi. You can read about the award here.
Gulf Coast Humanists Mission Statement:
Gulf Coast Humanists is a secular community of individuals committed to living ethically through reason and compassion. Guided by the Ten Commitments of Humanism, we promote human dignity, critical thinking, and social responsibility through education, dialogue, and action. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming space where people can connect, serve, and work together to build a more just, compassionate, and sustainable world—right here on the Gulf Coast.
This life, in this world, is our central defining focus. Each one of us is responsible for the collective welfare of humanity, other beings, and the resources of our shared planet. We value freedom, reason, and tolerance, and it is our responsibility to develop this heritage for ensuing generations. The Ten Commitments represents our shared humanistic values and principles that promote a democratic world in which every individual’s worth and dignity is respected, nurtured, and supported, and where human freedom and ethical responsibility are natural aspirations for everyone.
If you’d like to learn more about the 10 Commitments of Humanism visit the AHA’s website at https://americanhumanistcenterforeducation.org/ten-commitments/
