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.
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, 2008
Washington, 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 York
Government 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 Identity
Our 2021 YES Conference will be held online.
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.
