Central Colorado Humanists is a local chapter of the American Humanist Association based in Salida, CO. The organization promotes Humanism, defined as a rational philosophy informed by science, guided by reason, inspired by nature and art, and motivated by compassion. They affirm human dignity and advocate for individual liberty, participatory democracy, human rights, and social justice. Their activities include monthly events like "Sunday Science" talks, book clubs, and discussion groups, as well as community service projects such as distributing personal hygiene products and awarding scholarships to students. They also organize annual events like Darwin Day celebrations and highway cleanups.
