Effective Altruism Meetup

Everyone is welcome! People interested in organizing events for the wider public are particularly encouraged to attend. Free drinks (or food) from Bao Bar.

MEETING TOPICS
At this meeting we can start with introductions and a summary or general discussion on Effective Altruism (EA). I'll be curious to know: how did you hear about EA? How has it changed your viewpoint or actions? What arguments do you find most compelling? Any reservations?
If there is interest this will be followed by a more in-depth discussion on a joint vision and goal for the group.

REGARDING EFFECTIVE ALTRUISM (as a refresher or for newcomers)
Introduction from Effective Altruism website - https://www.effectivealtruism.org/articles/introduction-to-effective-altruism/
Peter Singer TED Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/peter_singer_the_why_and_how_of_effective_altruism
William McAskill Effective Altruism Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qslo4-DpzPs
Giving What We Can website- https://www.givingwhatwecan.org/
The Life You Can Save website - https://www.thelifeyoucansave.org/

DETAILS ON MEETING SPACE/TIME
Chinatown Square: Look for the table with the Effective Altruism sign

Location: 1016 Race Street (between 11th and 10th) next to Dim Sum Garden

Public Transportation: Near Jefferson Station, 11th Street MFL station, Race/Vine BSL station and many bus stops on Market/Arch and 10th/11th.

Food type: Several food stands within Chinatown square including japanese, cambodian, mexican/korean, curry, bao buns, falafel and more.

Date/Time: May 1st, from 7PM until we finish (if you can't make it please let me know!)

Free drinks: At Bao Bar, 2 per person up to 20 people! Replaceable for certain food items.

Look forward to seeing you then! Invite anyone you think would come!