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Written by: Amardeo Sarma

 

“Science is more than a body of knowledge. It is a way of thinking; a way of skeptically interrogating the universe with a fine understanding of human fallibility.” – Carl Sagan

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In an increasingly polarised world, we need more than just facts. We need a mindset. Scientific Temper embodies critical thinking, intellectual honesty and openness, transcending ideologies and cultures. Popularised by Jawaharlal Nehru, the term now represents a global idea: It unites the values of the Enlightenment and modern science, overcoming division and fostering dialogue.

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Our Approach

Societies need an environment in which questions are welcomed, doubt has its place and arguments are cherished. At Scientific Temper, we support educational initiatives, public engagement and international cooperation, including our long-standing partnership with the Kasese Humanist School in Uganda. Our current focus is on equipping classrooms, providing science laboratory materials and supporting Science Week in September 2025 – a project designed to inspire young people to explore science and critical thinking.

Read more on the school’s blog: Science Week at Kasese Humanist School.

We also support the 'Mein Kopf gehört mir' (My Mind Belongs to Me) initiative by the Giordano Bruno Foundation, which promotes worldview-neutral education and encourages independent thinking in schools.

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Your Support Makes a Difference

Your donation primarily supports our partner school in Kasese, Uganda. You help provide essential resources and opportunities for young people to develop scientific curiosity and critical thinking, where it’s needed most.

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Please note: Donation receipts can only be issued within Germany and the EU. For other ways to support the school directly, visit the Kasese Humanist School website.

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A Personal Note

“I believe Scientific Temper is more than a concept. It is a mindset that our societies urgently need. With your support, we can promote it in the area where it matters most: education.”
– Amardeo Sarma, Managing Director, Scientific Temper