Roslyn Mould: Humanist and Activist in Ghana
Author(s): Scott Douglas Jacobsen
Publication (Outlet/Website): Humanisten (Swedish Humanist Association, Humanisterna)
Publication Date (yyyy/mm/dd): 2020/09
Humanisten: Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background?
Roslyn Mould: I was born and raised in Accra, Ghana. I studied linguistics and modern languages at the University of Ghana, Legon. I became active in the humanist community in 2012 when I joined the Humanist Association of Ghana (HAG). Later, I became the Chairperson of HAG and also served on the boards of Humanist International and the African Humanist Alliance.
Humanisten: How did you come to identify as a humanist?
Roslyn Mould: I grew up in a religious environment, but I always asked questions and was never satisfied with the answers. At university, I met other people who thought like me and I realized there was a name for it: humanism. It was liberating to know I wasn’t alone.
Humanisten: What are the main challenges for humanists in Ghana?
Roslyn Mould: The biggest challenge is social stigma. Religion is very important in Ghanaian society. If you say you are a humanist or atheist, people assume you are immoral. There is also family pressure. Many people hide their beliefs to avoid problems at home, at work, or in their communities.
Humanisten: How has the Humanist Association of Ghana responded to these challenges?
Roslyn Mould: We try to provide a safe space for nonbelievers. We organize regular meetings, conferences, and social activities. We also work with international partners to promote secularism and human rights. Education is key — we want to show that humanists also value ethics, compassion, and community.
Humanisten: You have also been involved in activism beyond Ghana. Can you tell us more?
Roslyn Mould: Yes, I have been on the board of Humanist International and the African Humanist Alliance. This has given me the opportunity to connect with humanists around the world, to share experiences, and to work on projects that promote freedom of belief and expression.
Humanisten: What motivates you personally to do this work?
Roslyn Mould: I want to help create a society where people are free to think for themselves without fear. I believe humanism can contribute to building a more tolerant and just Ghana, and a better world.
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