Humanistlikud

Humanistlikud is the Estonian term used to denote the humanists or groups identified as humanist in outlook. The word is formed from the adjective humanistlik (humanist) with the plural suffix -ud, yielding a plural noun that can refer to people who subscribe to humanist principles or to organizations that describe themselves as such. In Estonian public discourse, the phrase can indicate individuals who advocate secular ethics, rational inquiry, and human rights, rather than religious authority, and it may also be used as the name of local groups, clubs, or informal associations that present a humanist stance.

Because humanism is a broad and diverse movement, the exact aims and activities associated with Humanistlikud can vary by context. Some uses describe a worldview centered on human dignity, autonomy, scientific understanding, and ethical responsibility. Others may label networks or informal collectives that promote education about science, critical thinking, secular values, or civil society initiatives. The term is generally descriptive rather than prescriptive of a single unified organization, and its meaning can differ depending on who uses it and in what setting.

See also: Humanism, Secularism, Estonian civil society, List of humanist organizations.