Despite their diverse perspectives on societal, ethical, philosophical, and geographical issues, The LikeMinds recognize the freedom, value, and respect to which all of the world’s individuals are entitled. The pursuit of peaceful and non-violent strategies for resolving the world’s most dire conflicts, which often result in genocide, war, and autocracy, is paramount for human coexistence and progress. Pre-emptive war, unilateral conflict, arms proliferation, terrorism, and indiscriminate use of force all threaten the common bonds of humanity that we share.

The Likeminds Humanist Organization, in conjunction with the American Humanist Association, believes that cultural exchange, cooperation, peaceful conflict resolution, and diplomacy through multilateral institutions, such as the United Nations, are the most appropriate ways to respect human rights and make the world a safer place for all of its inhabitants. Accordingly, the United States should sign on to the International Criminal Court, abide by and help enforce international law, and push other countries to strengthen the rule of law in their own societies. Furthermore, peace — not war — and respect for international law are the best forces in international and national policy that positively impact humanity.

The LHO strives to bring about a progressive society where being “good without dogma” is an accepted way to live life. They accomplish this through the defence of civil liberties and secular governance - separation of church and state; by their outreach to educate society on the efficacy of self education, and through the continued refinement and advancement of the humanist worldview.