Author: Sven Hanfstängl Reuss
Who Educates Atheists? The Pedagogical Loneliness of Free Thought in the Digital Age
Growing up without religion is not synonymous with intellectual freedom. In many societies (including, of course, Germany) those who are not raised within a religious tradition do not necessarily gain access to a structured framework for ethical thinking, understanding the world, or building a sense of belonging. Instead, atheists, agnostics, and non believers (especially the young) face a paradox...
Migrant Atheists in Germany: Integrating Without Religion
Germany is one of the most common destinations for asylum seekers, economic migrants, and international students. Many of them come from countries where religion is not only pervasive but often mandatory. Some arrive in search of not only economic stability or physical safety, but also freedom of conscience. However, for atheist immigrants, integration in Europe presents unique challenges that are...
Ignoble Treatment of Atheists in Colombia
Atheists in Colombia, known for its cultural diversity, are living as inferior citizens. They are discriminated against in families, in schools and in the workplace Religious sentiments are very strong in Colombia. The country is predominantly Catholic, and there is a small population spread across Islam, Judaism, Bahá’í and indigenous religions. The country is ethnically diverse and is a me...
Crosses, Crescents, and Gunfire: The Role of Religion in Contemporary Wars
“Religions don’t cause wars, people do.” This well meaning phrase is often repeated in progressive and humanist circles. But when we look at today’s global conflicts (from Gaza to Ukraine, through Yemen, Iran, Myanmar, or Nigeria) it becomes impossible to ignore the role religion plays as symbolic fuel, moral justification, and a driver of collective identity. Today, wars are no longer open...