Peruvian Association of Atheists • Since 2009

A society where conscience is free

Since 2009, the Peruvian Association of Atheists (APERAT) brings together atheists, agnostics, humanists, and non-believers defending freedom of conscience, critical thinking, human rights, and a truly secular state.

Discover APERAT Our principles
17+ years defending secularism
Members of Humanists International
Open and plural community
Active community: APERAT working team and founders
Active community: gatherings for dialogue and mutual support
Secular activism: public presence and defense of civil liberties
Civic advocacy: initiatives for state neutrality and human rights
Civic advocacy: campaigns and statements for equality under the law
A diverse, open community: members united by reason and empathy
Action and volunteering: civic initiatives for secular education
State & legislative advocacy: working meeting at Congress presenting a draft bill
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Active community

People sharing reason, freedom of conscience, and humanist values in Lima.

More than 17 years building community

Founded in Lima in 2009, APERAT is the first legally established organization for atheists, agnostics, and humanists in Peru. We promote critical thinking, the unwavering defense of a Secular State, and universal human rights in collaboration with national and international networks like Humanists International.

Our principles
17 +

Years of Action

Uninterrupted trajectory defending reason since 2009.

500 +

Members & Supporters

Active community of freethinkers across the country.

100 +

Events & Conferences

Public debates on science, philosophy, and civil rights.

International Network

Official member of Humanists International.

Our principles

Ethical, philosophical, and civic pillars guiding our activism for a more just, rational, and free society.

Research and scientific method as guides to knowledge 01 / SCIENCE

Reason and critical thinking

We seek to understand the world through evidence, reason, and testable scientific knowledge.

Intellectual liberty and enlightened humanist thought 02 / CONSCIENCE

Freedom of conscience

Every person must be able to form, change, or maintain their own convictions without coercion or discrimination.

National Campaign for a Secular State in Peru 03 / SECULAR STATE

Secular state and equality

Public institutions must act with independence and neutrality. No religion should enjoy state privileges.

Dignity, equality, and defense of universal human rights 04 / RIGHTS

Universal human rights

We defend a society founded on the inalienable dignity, equality, and freedom of all individuals.

World Humanist Congress 2027 - Lima, Peru
Historic International Gathering

Global humanism arrives in Lima

From August 20 to 22, 2027, Lima will host the World Humanist Congress, the premier global gathering bringing together humanist organizations, scholars, and activists from all five continents.

The Congress is organized by Humanists International in collaboration with the Peruvian Association of Atheists. A historic milestone positioning Peru as a crossroad for reason, human rights, and freedom of conscience.

Lima, Peru August 20–22, 2027 Global Network

News and Articles

Analysis, commentary, and reflections on critical thinking, state secularism, civil liberties, and science.