New Humanist

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A quarterly magazine of ideas, science and culture, New Humanist brings together expert views and writers on the issues that matter. Since 1885.
New Humanist is for anyone who wants to understand the concepts, conflicts and systems shaping our world today—from climate and technology to ideology, fundamentalism and struggles for equality. We produce a beautiful colour magazine once every three months full of original writing, essays, reportage and reviews—as well as cartoons, columns and a cryptic crossword.
New Humanist is published by Humanists UK.

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United Kingdom

Established in 1885

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Published 4 x per year
Print Publication Print Publication: Published 4 x per year

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Ethics: See guidelines.
Lifestyle: Mind-body-spirit.
Literature/Books: General, Theory/Analysis/Criticism.
Philosophy: Secularism/Atheism/Agnosticism.
Politics/Political Science: General, See guidelines.
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Society/Culture: General, See guidelines.
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Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.

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Media: Text.

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Last Updated: 14 Sep 2026

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