What we’re about
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Most of us want to make a difference - to do something to help others and bring about a better world. But how can we figure out what that “something” should be?
Effective altruism (EA) is a new way of thinking about doing good. It's a research field that aims to identify the most effective solutions to the world's most pressing problems and a community of passionate people dedicated to using their careers, donations, time, and other resources to effect positive change in high-impact ways.
EA Philadelphia is the Philly chapter of the global effective altruism movement. Alongside EA MIT, EA Philippines, EA Microsoft, EA London, and hundreds of other local groups, we strive to empower Philadelphians to use evidence and careful reasoning to find the best ways to help others and do good better.
Many of our members support high-impact charitable causes through giving pledges such as Giving What We Can and One for the World based on recommendations from charity evaluators like GiveWell, Open Philanthropy, and Animal Charity Evaluators. Some are researchers or other professionals doing high-impact work over a vast range of topics including but not limited to global poverty, biosecurity, animal welfare, policy reform, mental health & wellbeing, and global catastrophic risks such as nuclear war, artificial intelligence, and climate change. Others are moral philosophers, economists, social entrepreneurs, and students.
But as varied as our work is, we are united by the following guiding principles: https://www.centreforeffectivealtruism.org/ceas-guiding-principles/
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Attend our monthly socials, discussion groups, and themed speaker events to learn more about effective altruism and how you can do more good in the world. If you have any questions or just want to learn more about the movement, reach out to the organizers at eaphiladelphia@gmail.com. If you are interested in helping organize events or supporting our community in other ways, please send us an email!
Interested in chatting about your career, doing good, or anything else on your mind? Sign up to schedule a 1-on-1 with one of our organizers, where you can ask numerous questions and get connected to relevant resources quickly:
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New to effective altruism and eager for a brief introduction? Check out this TED Talk: https://bit.ly/EATedTalk
You can also read a more in-depth introduction at https://effectivealtruism.org/
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EA Philadelphia is committed to the safety and well-being of our members. View our code of conduct here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1od2QHmVG6-PxzZLdcOPTKYdKffS5tz5t1TByk1inkfA/edit?usp=sharing
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Save the World SundaysHeim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement @ The Parkway Central Library, Philadelphia, PA
Change begins with you - let's make a better world together.
Join us every other Sunday for Save the World Sundays, an in-person coworking event open to anyone interested in pursuing personal or altruistic projects alongside others in the EA Philly community. Come to cowork, ideate, provide peer support, showcase your projects, exchange feedback, and/or socialize at the Heim Center, the Parkway Central Library's premier collaborative workspace. Simply show up with something to work on and let us know how we can best support you!
Format: The event will kick off with a warm welcome and announcements, followed by optional Pomodoro sessions for focused work, a mid-session break, and a wrap-up with reflections. If there is interest, we might head out for lunch afterward - up to you if you'd like to join!
Location & Amenities: The Heim Center can be accessed through the library's front entrance and offers comfortable furniture, free WiFi, and LED screens for showcasing projects or doing collaborative work. Individuals or small groups can reserve four study rooms on a walk-up basis, and a seminar room is available for larger workshops and meetings - Additional directions & amenities - About the Heim Center
Accessibility: The Parkway Central Library is fully wheelchair-accessible - for any questions, accommodations, or tailored assistance, please contact the library.
New to EA? Let us know and one of our organizers will be happy to provide a brief introduction at the beginning of the event.
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EA Philadelphia is the Philly chapter of the global effective altruism movement, a community of passionate people dedicated to using their careers, donations, time, and other resources to maximize their positive impact and answer one simple question: given our limited resources, how can we do the most good?Sign up for our mailing list, join our Discord, and find out other ways to engage with our community at our Linktree.
Interested in chatting about your career, doing good, or anything else on your mind? Sign up for a 1-on-1 with one of our organizers.
New to effective altruism and eager for a quick introduction? Check out this TED Talk.
You can also read a more in-depth introduction at effectivealtruism.org.
EA Philly is committed to the safety and well-being of everyone in our community. By attending our event, you agree to adhere to our our code of conduct. Please review the code before participating to ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all.
- Save the World SundaysHeim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement @ The Parkway Central Library, Philadelphia, PA
Change begins with you - let's make a better world together.
Join us every other Sunday for Save the World Sundays, an in-person coworking event open to anyone interested in pursuing personal or altruistic projects alongside others in the EA Philly community. Come to cowork, ideate, provide peer support, showcase your projects, exchange feedback, and/or socialize at the Heim Center, the Parkway Central Library's premier collaborative workspace. Simply show up with something to work on and let us know how we can best support you!
Format: The event will kick off with a warm welcome and announcements, followed by optional Pomodoro sessions for focused work, a mid-session break, and a wrap-up with reflections. If there is interest, we might head out for lunch afterward - up to you if you'd like to join!
Location & Amenities: The Heim Center can be accessed through the library's front entrance and offers comfortable furniture, free WiFi, and LED screens for showcasing projects or doing collaborative work. Individuals or small groups can reserve four study rooms on a walk-up basis, and a seminar room is available for larger workshops and meetings - Additional directions & amenities - About the Heim Center
Accessibility: The Parkway Central Library is fully wheelchair-accessible - for any questions, accommodations, or tailored assistance, please contact the library.
New to EA? Let us know and one of our organizers will be happy to provide a brief introduction at the beginning of the event.
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EA Philadelphia is the Philly chapter of the global effective altruism movement, a community of passionate people dedicated to using their careers, donations, time, and other resources to maximize their positive impact and answer one simple question: given our limited resources, how can we do the most good?Sign up for our mailing list, join our Discord, and find out other ways to engage with our community at our Linktree.
Interested in chatting about your career, doing good, or anything else on your mind? Sign up for a 1-on-1 with one of our organizers.
New to effective altruism and eager for a quick introduction? Check out this TED Talk.
You can also read a more in-depth introduction at effectivealtruism.org.
EA Philly is committed to the safety and well-being of everyone in our community. By attending our event, you agree to adhere to our our code of conduct. Please review the code before participating to ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all.
- Save the World SundaysHeim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement @ The Parkway Central Library, Philadelphia, PA
Change begins with you - let's make a better world together.
Join us every other Sunday for Save the World Sundays, an in-person coworking event open to anyone interested in pursuing personal or altruistic projects alongside others in the EA Philly community. Come to cowork, ideate, provide peer support, showcase your projects, exchange feedback, and/or socialize at the Heim Center, the Parkway Central Library's premier collaborative workspace. Simply show up with something to work on and let us know how we can best support you!
Format: The event will kick off with a warm welcome and announcements, followed by optional Pomodoro sessions for focused work, a mid-session break, and a wrap-up with reflections. If there is interest, we might head out for lunch afterward - up to you if you'd like to join!
Location & Amenities: The Heim Center can be accessed through the library's front entrance and offers comfortable furniture, free WiFi, and LED screens for showcasing projects or doing collaborative work. Individuals or small groups can reserve four study rooms on a walk-up basis, and a seminar room is available for larger workshops and meetings - Additional directions & amenities - About the Heim Center
Accessibility: The Parkway Central Library is fully wheelchair-accessible - for any questions, accommodations, or tailored assistance, please contact the library.
New to EA? Let us know and one of our organizers will be happy to provide a brief introduction at the beginning of the event.
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EA Philadelphia is the Philly chapter of the global effective altruism movement, a community of passionate people dedicated to using their careers, donations, time, and other resources to maximize their positive impact and answer one simple question: given our limited resources, how can we do the most good?Sign up for our mailing list, join our Discord, and find out other ways to engage with our community at our Linktree.
Interested in chatting about your career, doing good, or anything else on your mind? Sign up for a 1-on-1 with one of our organizers.
New to effective altruism and eager for a quick introduction? Check out this TED Talk.
You can also read a more in-depth introduction at effectivealtruism.org.
EA Philly is committed to the safety and well-being of everyone in our community. By attending our event, you agree to adhere to our our code of conduct. Please review the code before participating to ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all.
- Save the World SundaysHeim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement @ The Parkway Central Library, Philadelphia, PA
Change begins with you - let's make a better world together.
Join us every other Sunday for Save the World Sundays, an in-person coworking event open to anyone interested in pursuing personal or altruistic projects alongside others in the EA Philly community. Come to cowork, ideate, provide peer support, showcase your projects, exchange feedback, and/or socialize at the Heim Center, the Parkway Central Library's premier collaborative workspace. Simply show up with something to work on and let us know how we can best support you!
Format: The event will kick off with a warm welcome and announcements, followed by optional Pomodoro sessions for focused work, a mid-session break, and a wrap-up with reflections. If there is interest, we might head out for lunch afterward - up to you if you'd like to join!
Location & Amenities: The Heim Center can be accessed through the library's front entrance and offers comfortable furniture, free WiFi, and LED screens for showcasing projects or doing collaborative work. Individuals or small groups can reserve four study rooms on a walk-up basis, and a seminar room is available for larger workshops and meetings - Additional directions & amenities - About the Heim Center
Accessibility: The Parkway Central Library is fully wheelchair-accessible - for any questions, accommodations, or tailored assistance, please contact the library.
New to EA? Let us know and one of our organizers will be happy to provide a brief introduction at the beginning of the event.
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EA Philadelphia is the Philly chapter of the global effective altruism movement, a community of passionate people dedicated to using their careers, donations, time, and other resources to maximize their positive impact and answer one simple question: given our limited resources, how can we do the most good?Sign up for our mailing list, join our Discord, and find out other ways to engage with our community at our Linktree.
Interested in chatting about your career, doing good, or anything else on your mind? Sign up for a 1-on-1 with one of our organizers.
New to effective altruism and eager for a quick introduction? Check out this TED Talk.
You can also read a more in-depth introduction at effectivealtruism.org.
EA Philly is committed to the safety and well-being of everyone in our community. By attending our event, you agree to adhere to our our code of conduct. Please review the code before participating to ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all.