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AEU Assembly
Since its founding in 1889, the American Ethical Union has organized national assemblies where we meet to learn, connect, and share about growing a more caring and humane world. Each Assembly includes:- Social justice theme based on our Ethical Action
- Ethical Action project with surrounding community
- Workshops on AEU organizational development
- Workshops and Keynote Program on a social justice theme
- Anna Garlin Spencer Volunteer Award Luncheon
- Elliott-Black Award Ceremony & Dinner
- Platform and colloquies in the mornings
- Receptions and entertainment in the evenings
- Business meetings and committee meetings
Our 2021 Assembly will be held online.
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AEU Skills Summit
Share skills, best practices, ideas, and questions about improving your Society’s Communications, Ethical Education, and Membership. Learn about what the AEU offers Societies and develop a supportive network of members. -
Youth of Ethical Societies Conference
The Youth of Ethical Societies (YES) Conference brings together teens from Ethical Societies across the country. Open to teens in grades 9-12, the conference provides an opportunity to meet with other humanist youth to discuss our place in the world, issues that affect us, and how we can be a part of important solutions. Together we enjoy a full weekend of discussion, play, brainstorming, performance, ceremonies, campfires, and bonding. Each conference revolves around a theme.Most recent YES Conferences:
Mar. 6-8, 2020
Feb. 28 – March 3, 2019
Nov. 10-12, 2017
Nov. 11-13, 2016
Nov. 13-15, 2015
Nov. 14-16, 2014
Nov. 7-10, 2013
Nov. 8-11, 2012
Nov. 10-13, 2011
Nov. 11-14, 2010
Nov. 12-15, 2009
Oct. 30-Nov. 2, 2008Washington, DC
St. Louis
New York City
Washington D.C.
St. Louis
New York City
Washington D.C.
St. Louis
New York City
Chicago
Washington D.C.
New YorkGovernment Abuse of Power
Prison Reform
#resist
Ethics in Education
Race in Modern America
Ethics in Science & Medicine
Utopia
The Morality of Money
Instinctive Human Rights
Personal Identity and Image
Genocide
Gender IdentityOur 2021 YES Conference will be in NYC.
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Future of Ethical Societies Gathering
The Future of Ethical Societies (FES) holds an annual gathering during Memorial Day Weekend near an Ethical Society. Young humanists (18-35 years old, members and friends of FES) come together to discuss ethical issues, engage in a service project, participate in a platform with the local Ethical Society, and establish deep connections and friendships with one another. FES also manages occasional smaller events.Email fesconference@gmail.com for questions about next FES Conference.
