What we’re about
Albuquerque Effective Altruism & Rationality hosts discussions on how we might think more clearly and do more good. Discussions are over dinner, and open to all!
Specifically, we discuss cause areas of Effective Altruism and topics in the adjacent Rationality community (e.g. LessWrong). Our events are casual and very beginner-friendly!
Join our Discord! We're also on Facebook.
Please feel welcome to come even if you don't know anything about Effective Altruism or the topic of a specific event! Most events have a short piece of content we ask you to take a look at in advance to provide a little structure and background for discussion.
We meet every Wednesday/Thursday with these rotating topics:
- 1st Thursday: Community Action (Politics and more)
- 2nd Wednesday: Animal Welfare
- 3rd Wednesday: Introduction to Effective Altruism
- 4th Wednesday: Introduction to Rationality
Join us for whichever event piques your interest! We're excited to meet you, learn more about you, and have great discussions together!
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Maximizing Career Impact: An Effective Altruism PerspectiveLucky Goose, Albuquerque, NM
Join our upcoming discussion focused on making transformative choices in your career, guided by the principles of Effective Altruism and the resources from 80,000 Hours. Discover how unconventional paths can lead to significant global impacts.
Pre-Meeting Preparation: To make the most out of this discussion, please review the following resources beforehand:
- 80,000 Hours Career Advice Summary: Career Guide Summary
- List of High Impact Careers: Explore potential careers that might align with your skills and interests at High Impact Careers.
Who Should Attend? This event is perfect for anyone at any stage of their career—whether you are just starting out, contemplating a change, or looking to refine your path with a focus on broader societal impact.
Discussion Topics:
- Understanding and critiquing the philosophy behind 80,000 Hours.
- Evaluating the strategy of 'earning to give' versus direct involvement in high-impact roles.
- Tailored career suggestions for attendees seeking personalized advice.
- How to Maximize the Impact of Your Donations Using Effective AltruismLucky Goose, Albuquerque, NM
Join us for a deep dive into the world of effective giving. This event is designed to guide the complexities of charitable donations, using the principles of Effective Altruism to ensure your contributions make the greatest possible impact.
Pre-Meeting Preparation: To enhance our discussion, please review these key resources:
- Effective Giving 101: Learn the basics of impactful donations: https://www.givingwhatwecan.org/effective-giving-101
- Top Charities: Explore the most highly recommended charities by GiveWell: https://www.givewell.org/charities/top-charities
- Major Cause Areas: Understand the critical cause areas identified by Giving What We Can: https://www.givingwhatwecan.org/cause-areas
- Global Health
- Animal Welfare
- Existential Risk
Who Should Attend? This event is ideal for anyone interested in making their charitable giving more effective.
Discussion Topics:
- Analyzing the evaluation methods used to identify top charities.
- Considering ethical considerations surrounding donations.
- Comparing the impacts of donating to different cause areas.
