Documentary on One: A Humanist Milestone
Humanist Ceremonies have seen a hundred per cent increase in Ireland in the past year as an increasing number of people chose to celebrate the milestones of life in a non-religious way. The Humanist Association of Ireland offers secular weddings, funeral and naming ceremonies. In order to keep up with the demand for their services, they are working to build up a national network of Humanist celebrants.
In this week’s documentary, we follow Siobhán Walls as she trains to become a Humanist celebrant under the guidance of the Humanist Association of Ireland’s Director of Ceremonies, Brian Whiteside. We find out what it takes to become a humanist celebrant and what humanist ceremonies are all about.
Producer: Sarah Blake
RTÉ Radio 1, Saturday 6 December, 2pm