Name: Moral Virtues for the Modern World
Start: 2025-09-25T19:00:00+10:00
End: 2025-09-25T21:00:00+10:00

Associated as they are with old-fashioned Christian values such as chastity and abstinence from alcohol, talk of cultivating virtuous character has fallen out of favour in these modern times. With the rise of Donald Trump and other demagogues, Leslie Allan proposes that a focus on moral character is as important as ever. Which virtues ought we cultivate in ourselves and others? Allan suggests six virtues for special consideration as being particularly suited to the times we are in. Which virtues would you add or subtract from Allan's list? Come and join the discussion.

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Leslie Allan academically trained in philosophy and history of religions at La Trobe University. In his working life, Leslie's career spanned electronics, information technology, training and development and business improvement. Over the years, he has authored many articles and given various talks on humanism, ethics, religion and philosophy. In 2018, Leslie started up Australia's first Ex-Religious Support Network. Twice, he served as Vice-President for Humanists Victoria and currently sits on the Board of Humanists Australia. He also runs the Philosophy Matters Meetup and is owner of RationalRealm.com, a web site dedicated to exploring the boundaries between science and philosophy.

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