Launceston Skeptics
| Formation | 27 February 2010 |
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| Type | Nonprofit organisation |
| Purpose | Development and support of the skeptic community |
Region served | Launceston, Tasmania |
President | Jin-oh Choi |
| Website | launcestonskeptics.com |
The Launceston Skeptics is a nonprofit organisation that promotes scientific skepticism in Launceston, Tasmania. Founded in 2010 by Jin-oh Choi through a meetup group, the organisation has participated in community events, challenged the claims of ghosts, and hosts regular meetups in Launceston. Their mission is to encourage the media to adopt a more critical outlook, encourage scientific knowledge and address questions about human rights and social issues.