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Effective Altruism

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Who are the leaders of the movement

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Effective Altruism Leaders

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The movement is decentralized, with leadership emerging across various fields. Influential figures include: • Peter Singer – His work on utilitarian ethics sparked broader interest in effective doing. • William MacAskill – Co-founder of the movement and a leading voice advocating for strategic philanthropy. • Toby Ord – Co-founder of 80,000 Hours, focusing on long-term global challenges. • Nick Bostrom – A key academic emphasizing existential risks and future-oriented ethics. These individuals, among others, are pivotal in shaping the ideas and strategies foundational to effective altruism.

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