Buddhism & Humanism

Saturday 14^th June 2.00pm 
Moordown Community Centre, Coronation Avenue, Moordown Bournemouth BH9 1TW

With Sally Bannister and Kelsang Lekchog (Claire Bannister)

Claire and Sally Bannister were raised in a secular family by atheist-humanist activist parents, yet independently of each other they developed an interest in Buddhism, with Claire eventually being ordained as a Buddhist nun.

In this presentation, Claire and Sally will explain various aspects of Buddhist teachings and beliefs, and explore whether they can be compatible with a Humanist worldview despite the many obvious differences. Join us for an enlightening introduction to Buddhism and discover whether its philosophy may have any relevance for secular Humanists.

“Join us to improve your understanding of Buddhism and discover whether it can augment a Humanist worldview”

Free entry (donations appreciated).     Everyone welcome!

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In 10 years 'No Religion' population increases from 15% to 25% in England & Wales

The British Humanist Association and National Secular Society comment on the data in England & Wales.

The Office of National Statistics (ONS) comments on the Census 2011 data here & here with a 5 minute summary video here.

Other Census 2011 info from Dorset Humanists here.

Christians have declined in numbers across all age groups below 60 since 2011

Numbers of Non-Religious & Religious in Dorset (by Age, Ethnic Group, Country Group & Occupation)

Census 2011: The 16th May 2013 release of census data drills down to numbers of religious & non-religious in local authority regions of Bournemouth, Poole and county of Dorset (comprising Christchurch, East Dorset, North Dorset, Purbeck, West Dorset, Weymouth and Portland) - see map left.

I have compiled the new religious data into four sections with  examples from the town I was born in, Bournemouth (click image for larger image). Each of my Excel summaries has details of the above 8 Local Authorities in Dorset County.

NB. Sections on National Identity by Religion and  Economic Activity by Religion are not included in my compilation.

1) DC2107EW - Age by Religion in Dorset County (source | download Excel summary by Chris Street)

Note: In Bournemouth, parents state that 29% Primary age children (age 5-9) and 30-36% of Secondary children (age 10-17) have no religion. 50% age 20-24 have no religion.