[4] They formed the group as both had found it difficult and felt socially isolated without the acceptance of the religious communities they had grown up in.

[2] Aruede became an atheist after confronting challenging questions from his 12-year-old daughter and researching cosmology, genetics and evolution.

[5] Tinubu left her religion following a visit from her Nigerian father that made her confront the cognitive dissonance she saw between his faith and his scientific understanding.

[4] Both felt there was a need for an atheist advocacy and support group for people from minorities, and in particular those from conservative religious societies in which religion can define one's way of life.

[4][7] The association of Black Humanists uses online platforms such as Facebook and Meetup to organise talks, meetings, social functions, marches and fundraisers.