The Humanist Heritage project has been active since 2019, working to uncover and share the long and rich history of humanist thought and action. The Humanist Heritage website showcases the rich history and influence of humanists in the UK, and the map forms a key part of this. It features the birth and death places of key people, the locations of plaques and commemorative markers, meeting places, significant buildings, and much more.

However, not every page or person on the website has associated markers on the map, and we know there are many areas where locations of humanist significance could be discovered and added. So we would like to recruit a Research Volunteer, to focus on expanding the map on Humanist Heritage.

The volunteer will conduct research into potential sites to add to the map, including sourcing usable images, writing short descriptions, and adding to the website as appropriate. Working initially from a list of content already on the website but awaiting linked locations, there will also be scope to pursue additional areas of interest, e.g. mapping the locations of 19th century ‘halls of science’.

Take a look at the full role description and person specification to help you decide whether the role is right for you.

Our ideal candidate is someone with a genuine interest in the rich history of humanism in the UK, and in helping to uncover the innumerable places connected with this heritage. If you are keen to help us uncover hidden histories, and bring these stories to more people than ever before, we would love to hear from you.

A commitment to our values and objectives is important too.

We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community. We particularly welcome applicants from groups currently under-represented among section volunteers and leaders; these would include individuals who identify as female, disabled, trans or from the global majority.

You can find our Recruitment and Promotion and Equal Opportunities policies via the Careers Menu or at the foot of our main Opportunities Page.

To volunteer with Humanists UK, we ask that you also register as a Supporter if you are not already. This allows you to receive mailings from the organisation, to further your understanding of the work Humanists UK does, and to inform your own volunteering practice. There is no cost to you for this registration.

You may also wish to consider becoming a Member; more information on membership can be found here. Membership is not a requirement to volunteer with Humanists UK.