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SUMMARY:American Ethical Union 111th Assembly at Ethical NYC
DESCRIPTION:The American Ethical Union is proud to announce the 111th Assembly – 150 Years of Eliciting the Best – on the sesquicentennial year of the Ethical Culture Movement. Our Movement’s founding Society\, The New York Society for Ethical Culture\, is looking forward to hosting our gathering in New York City. We encourage all Ethical Culture members and friends to join us in exploring “150 Years of Eliciting the Best: Then\, Now and Always.” \nRegistration for the assembly will be released by April 1st\, 2026\, but please see a DRAFT of the 111th AEU Assembly Schedule HERE for planning purposes. \nWhat: 111th American Ethical Union Assembly\nWhen: July 24-26\, 2026\nWhere: New York Society for Ethical Culture\, 2 W. 64th Street\, New York\, NY 10023 \n>>>Register Here\nAccommodation Options\nWe encourage those who are thinking about attending the assembly to book their accommodations early\, as NYC in the summer is busy and as lodgings become more scarce\, the prices do go up. Feel free to book on your own as there are many options\, but below are four that have been vetted to consider: \nEmpire Hotel\, 44 W. 63rd Street\, New York\, NY 10023\nWe have secured a block of rooms at this hotel\, with group pricing guaranteed until June 12th\, 2026. This is the most expensive option but has the most amenities and is right around the corner from the New York Society for Ethical Culture. If you would like to learn more and/or make a reservation use the Empire Hotel Group link: HERE. \nLaQuinta Hotel\, 31 W. 71st Street\, New York\, NY 10023\nAlthough we could not secure a block of rooms\, this hotel is moderately priced for NYC and is only a few blocks away from the New York Society for Ethical Culture. You can learn more or directly book a reservation by using the link: HERE. \nWest Side YMCA\, 5 W. 63rd Street\, New York\, NY 10023\nWe have secured a block of rooms at this hotel\, with group pricing guaranteed until May 26\, 2026. This option is directly next to New York Society for Ethical Culture. Although this is the most affordable option\, it does have the least number of amenities. Please note the following room options: a private single room and ensuite bathroom ($170 per night)\, a private single room but a shared bathroom down the hall ($140 per night) and a bunk bed for two and ensuite bathroom ($190 per night). If you would like to learn more about the West Side YMCA use the link: HERE. \nIf you are interested in booking at the YMCA with the AEU group pricing\, call Mayesha Hoque (mhoque@ymcanyc.org) at 212-912-2686 or Jennifer Ventura (jventura@ymcanyc.org) at 212-912-2697 during the weekday and state that you are with AEU/Ethical Culture. \nHome Hospitality\nAlthough we do not have many available\, some members from the New York Society for Ethical Culture and Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture have offered extra rooms that attendees can use. If you are interested in a home hospitality option please contact Co-Chair of the AEU Assembly Planning Committee\, Ellen McBride at: erbride225@gmail.com. \nPre-Assembly Activities\nThe AEU Assembly Planning Committee is working on offering numerous pre-assembly activities on Thursday\, July 23rd.  Whether it’s your first or fiftieth visit to New York City\, we want you to enjoy your visit and take advantage of  opportunities to socialize with other AEU members. Activity options will be shared in the coming weeks.  Planned activities include: Tour of Lincoln Center\, an Ethical NYC Bike Tour\, Circle Line Boat Tour\, and a Broadway Show. \nInterested in Presenting a Program?\nThe AEU Assembly Planning Committee is accepting program proposals. Based on feedback from past assemblies\, we are keeping programs focused on the theme: “150 Years of Eliciting the Best: Then\, Now\, and Always.” Proposals are due by April 30\, 2026. Each session is 45 minutes (this includes Q&A) and will take place Saturday\, July 25 at the New York Society for Ethical Culture. Presenters do not receive compensation but do get a discount on the Assembly registration fees. \nIf you are interested in presenting a workshop\, please submit a Program Proposal HERE. Or go to: https://tinyurl.com/aeuprograms
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SUMMARY:Young Ethical Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are always welcome! \n10:30am: Peace-play on the rooftop playground (weather permitting)\n11:00am: This week’s activity\n12:30pm: Community Lunch\n1:30-2:30pm: Peace-play on the rooftop playground (weather permitting) \nHow to Join\nTo join\, please RSVP to Youth Programs Director Audrey Kindred at ethicalfamilies@nysec.org. \nAbout Young Ethical Explorers\nYoung Ethical Explorers is the New York Society for Ethical Culture’s Humanist Sunday school for ages 3-11. Sessions raise issues of personal identity and integrity\, appreciation and respect for others\, and knowledge of religions\, philosophies\, and social concerns. Topics are explored in an age-appropriate way through discussion\, storytelling\, dramatization\, music\, art\, games\, and field trips. \nRSVP is essential to guarantee your place and for planning purposes. If you are enrolled for the season or are members of Ethical NYC your spot is guaranteed. To RSVP as a guest\, become a member\, or enroll in season\, please contact Audrey at ethicalfamilies@nysec.org. Newcomers and visitors are always welcome!
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/young-ethical-explorers-13/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Ethical Explorers,Youth and Families
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SUMMARY:AEU Assembly Sunday Platform: Embodied Belonging\, Ethical Becoming
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public in-person and online! \nAn Assembly platform for all-ages in Adler Hall as an imaginative invitation to the Future of the Ethical Culture Movement — embracing the many unique ways in which Ethical Culturists may embody\, engage\, enliven\, and express the Ethical Culture Movement on Earth. \nSpecial music contributions will be offered from NYSEC resident musician John Michael Hersey and The Peace of Heart Choir. \nThis platform is organized by the National Leaders Council as part of the 111th American Ethical Union Assembly.  \nJoin Online\nRSVP and join on Zoom here. \nMonthly Collection\nThe New York Society for Ethical Culture \nAbout Sunday Platform\nSunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate\, stimulate personal growth\, inspire reflection and action\, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings begin with music\, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader\, member\, or guest.  Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events\, pressing social issues\, and Humanist philosophy. Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour. \nTo watch previous Sunday Platforms\, visit our Videos page and YouTube channel.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/sunday-platform-assembly/
LOCATION:Adler Hall\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform
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SUMMARY:Guardians of Democracy: Building a Pro-Democracy Movement in the United States
DESCRIPTION:What can those of us in the U.S. learn from activists working to defend democracy from authoritarianism across Latin America? \nJoin activists\, organizers\, journalists\, and civic leaders from around Latin America\, in dialogue with writers and thinkers from the United States\, as they share firsthand stories of protecting democratic institutions\, expanding civic participation\, and standing up to corruption\, repression\, and political polarization. \nAs the United States faces its own challenges to democratic norms and public trust\, these conversations offer a unique opportunity to reflect on the responsibilities of citizenship\, the resilience of democratic movements\, and the actions ordinary people can take to strengthen democracy in their own communities. Through global perspectives and local reflection\, Guardians of Democracy invites us to consider what democracy requires—and how we can help sustain it for future generations. \nFeatured speakers include: \n\nSteven Donziger (Moderator)\, lawyer for Amazon communities that won $9.5B against Chevron\nMynor Alonzo\, Guatemalan political analyst\, strategist\, and co-founder of FOCO\nChris Hedges\, Journalist and author\nDayana Mosquera\, Global Exchange consultant in Colombia\nAlberto Solís Castro\, Mexican peacebuilder and human rights specialist\n\n>>> FREE! RSVP Here\nSponsored by The New York Society for Ethical Culture\, League of Women Voters NYC\, Third Act NYC\, 350NYC\, and Upper West Side Action Group. \nAbout Global Exchange’s Democracy Defenders Roadshow\nAround the world\, democracies have come under increasing pressure from authoritarian movements\, disinformation campaigns\, attacks on independent institutions\, and political leaders willing to undermine democratic norms for power. \nThe Democracy Defenders Roadshow connects U.S. audiences with leaders who have lived through these struggles — not as abstract observers\, but as people who have fought to defend democratic systems under attack. By bringing these voices directly to communities across the country\, the tour aims to empower audiences in protecting democratic institutions before it is too late. \nLearn more here. \n 
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/guardians-of-democracy-roadshow/
LOCATION:Adler Hall\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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