Department of Education and Youth publishes the National Conversation on Education Final Report
The National Conversation on Education took place in early 2026 and represents one of the biggest public engagements on education carried out in Ireland. Through an online survey, school community […]
Being Human Issue 13 is Out Now!
In this latest free-to-read issue, our contributors examine some of the most pressing questions facing society today. Maria Deery offers a powerful and deeply moving reflection on violence against women […]
Applications for the HAI Celebrant Training Programme is currently closed
Please note the HAI does not run regular or annual Training Programmes. Training Programmes are only conducted as and when more accredited celebrants are required to meet a need. The […]
HAI Delivers Humanist Reflection at National Day of Commemoration
HAI Operations Manager Niamh Clowry delivered a beautiful humanist reflection, representing the secular people of Ireland at the annual National Day of Commemoration Ceremony at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in […]
HAI Weddings Receive Full EHSN Accreditation
Great news for Humanist weddings in Ireland and across Europe. At the end of 2024, partners in the European Humanist Services Network (EHSN) agreed on a European Humanist wedding standard […]
CSO Marriage Data Shows Growth in Secular Weddings
Humanist weddings continue to grow in popularity in Ireland, according to newly released figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The latest marriage statistics show that 1,382 couples chose a […]
HAI represented at the 1916 State Commemoration at Arbour Hill, Dublin
HAI Chairperson Michael O’Kane was invited to deliver a Humanist Reflection at the State ceremony in Arbour Hill, representing the secular community of Ireland at the commemoration of those who […]
CSO Frontier Series Ten Year Ceremonies Figures Released
Tuesday the 28th April saw the release of figures from the CSO Frontier Series, which provides a 10-year analysis of the different types of marriage ceremonies chosen by people in […]
The HAI attends Ireland Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends
HAI Chairperson Michael O’Kane was invited to attend the Ireland Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), held at the Dominican Retreat Centre in Tallaght from 9–12 April […]
