First published 2015
The Effective Altruism Handbook tackles a fundamental question: how can people do the most good with their available resources? William MacAskill brings together essays from philosophers, charity leaders, and practitioners who examine the movement dedicated to finding the most effective philanthropic approaches. The collection addresses critical decisions around evaluating charities, choosing careers that create impact, and selecting which causes deserve attention. Contributors include philosopher Peter Singer, who co-provides the introduction alongside MacAskill, and leaders from organizations actively implementing these principles. The handbook explores both obvious questions about creating positive change and overlooked considerations that shape real-world outcomes. This compilation represents the intellectual development of a movement focused on evidence-based giving and strategic thinking about social problems. The book offers readers frameworks for making more thoughtful decisions about their charitable giving and career paths.
Genres: philosophy, social-science, business, politics, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: academic, expert-advice, non-fiction
132 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform