The purpose of the group is to learn about and discuss the science of Humanism. I don't see much point in having abstract philosophical conversations about this subject. We must be able to see concrete improvements to people's lives. The group will discuss real examples of organizations, provinces and even whole countries that have put Humanism into practice. Our criteria for success are just common sense. Is the quality of life of the population improving? Is the cost of living decreasing? Are wages growing? Is the overall health and life expectancy improving? Is it easy to find a job? Is there meaningful democratic political participation? Are people involved in making decisions about things where it is relevant to them? Does the country try to form mutually beneficial balanced relationships with other countries?

By most of these indicators, Australia has grown substantially less Humanistic since the 1970s. Our country has grown less and less democratic, this is a terrible problem that must be fixed.