humansprimarily

Humansprimarily is a term used in some theoretical and design discussions to denote a viewpoint that foregrounds human beings as the primary referent in analysis, policy, or product development. It signals that human welfare, preferences, or capabilities take precedence over other considerations, such as animal welfare, biodiversity, or ecosystem integrity, though it may not exclude other values entirely. The term is a neologism formed from "humans" and "primarily" and is typically described as a stance or heuristic rather than a formal doctrine.

In practice, humansprimarily is used to describe approaches that prioritize human outcomes in various fields. In ethics and political theory, it is contrasted with ecocentric or biocentric frameworks; in design and human-computer interaction, it aligns with human-centered design and usability metrics; in economics and public policy, it can influence cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments by foregrounding human welfare and capabilities.

Critics argue that a humansprimarily stance can marginalize non-human life, undervalue ecological relationships, and undermine long-term sustainability. Proponents counter that clear prioritization of human welfare can be justified in contexts where human health, safety, and development are paramount, provided there are safeguards for vulnerable groups and for the environment as a constraint.

See also: anthropocentrism, ecocentrism, human-centered design, utilitarianism, stakeholder theory.