2023 Conference | Schedule

Our 2023 Annual Conference took place May 5-7, 2023 in Denver, CO. Watch this space for updated information about our 2024 Annual Conference.

Thursday, May 4th

2:30pm – 7:00pm
Registration Open; pick-up name badge and materials

6:30pm – 8:00pm
AHA Board Meeting (open to all attendees)

Friday, May 5th

8:00am
Meditation and Movement; Registration Open

9:00am
Welcome Session (livestreamed)

9:30am – 10:20am
The Human in Humanism: Finding a Home for Social Justice & Other Values that Help Instead of Harm
Speaker: Drew Bekius

10:30am – 11:20am
Humanism is a Verb
Speakers: Aiden Barnes, Evan Clark, Devon Graham, Tiffany Ho

11:30am – 12:20pm
What Do You Mean Science is Racist?
Speaker: Stephanie Zvan

12:30pm – 1:30pm
Lunch Break – Networking and Gathering Events

1:30pm – 2:20pm
Dehumanization of the Black Male Form
Speaker: Corey Clay

2:30pm – 3:20pm
Living Healthy with HIV
Speakers: Steven Emmert and Jé Exodus Hooper

3:30pm-4:30pm
Humanism and Blasphemy in Nigeria
Speaker: Leo Igwe

4:30pm – 5:00pm
Wrap-Up Session

5:00pm – 6:00pm
Welcome Happy Hour (cash bar)

7:00pm – 9:00pm
Awards Banquet
Dr. David Breeden, Humanist Distinguished Service Award
AHA Grassroots Awards
Go Humanity’s Heart of Humanism Awards

9:00pm
Performance/Event/Party

Saturday, May 6th

8:00am
Meditation and Movement; Registration Open

9:30am – 10:20am
Invisible No Longer: Politically Empowering the Humanist and Atheist Communities
Speakers: Lily Bolourian, Sarah Levin, Ron Millar

10:30am-11:20am
Breakout 1: Multifaith Engagement
Speakers: Anthony Cruz Pantojas, Rev. Dr. Kathleen A. Rudoff

10:30am – 11:20am
Breakout 2: Overcoming Obstacles to Teaching Climate Change in Science Education
Speaker: Glenn Branch

11:30am – 12:20pm
I Am Dying Out Loud
Speaker: Dave Warnock

12:30pm – 1:30pm
Lunch Break – Networking and Gathering Events

1:30pm-2:20pm
Breakout 1: Focus on the Family: A Good Idea?
Speaker: Monica Toole

1:30pm-2:20pm
Breakout 2: Don’t Cheer, Vote! Responding to Christian Nationalism by Promoting Openly Secular Candidates and Elected Officials
Speakers: Danny Choriki, Kristiana de Leon, Leonard Presberg

2:30pm – 3:20pm
Humanist Family Life Ceremonies
Speakers: Audrey Kindred, Anne Klaeysen

2:30pm – 3:20pm
Center for Freethought Equality Annual Membership Meeting (separate FREE registration required)

3:30pm – 4:20pm
Breakout 1: How to Grow & Sustain a Humanist Presence in Your Community
Speakers: Matthew Elisha, Ellie Haylund, Jocelyn Williamson

3:30pm – 4:20pm
Breakout 2: Colorado End of Life Options Act
Speakers: Roswitha Moehring, MD

4:30pm – 5:00pm
Wrap-Up Session

5:00pm – 7:00pm
Break

7:00pm – 9:00pm
Awards Banquet
Dr. Michael E. Mann, 2023 Humanist of the Year
Dr. Stephon Alexander, Isaac Asimov Science Award

9:00pm
Performance/Event/Party

Sunday, May 7th

8:00am – 9:00am
Reflection & Mindfulness

9:00am – 9:30am
Welcome & Announcements

9:30am – 10:20am
Ethics Unplugged
Speakers: Jé Exodus Hooper, Nori Rost

10:30am – 11:20am
Art Hour

11:30am – 12:20pm
Closing Ceremony

10am – 4pm
Humanist Celebrant Training (separate registration of $75)

Take Part in the Denver Hygiene Drive

Join us in making a positive impact on the local community by participating in the Denver Hygiene Drive. Your donation can make a real difference in the lives of those in the local area who may not have access to these essential items. Whether you bring a few items or a whole bag, every contribution counts and will be greatly appreciated.

Drop off your donations at the designated location during the conference and know that you are making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Thank you for your generosity and support!

Here is a list of items most needed:

Shampoo/Conditioner (2-in-1 or 3-in-1)
Body wipes
Tampons/Maxi Pads
Lotion
Sunscreen
Deodorant
Floss
Toilet paper
Shaving Cream/Razors
Laundry soap/dish soap
First Aid kits (band-aids, gauze, antiseptic)
Hand sanitiser

*** We aim for unopened, unexpired items to distribute to folks in need. Both full-size and travel-size items are welcome, as well as normal and sensitive items!***