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Effective Altruism Summit Helsinki
February 28 | Helsinki, Finland
Arcada University of Applied Sciences
Start saving the world: by learning how-to!
Welcome to Effective Altruism (EA) Summit Helsinki!
A gathering for people who share a commitment to using evidence-based, effective approaches to solve the world’s most pressing problems. EA Summit events are day-long conferences focused on effective altruism, and EA Summit Helsinki is the first of its kind in Finland. The program will be conducted primarily in English and will host international guests and speakers.
Themes of EA Summit Helsinki:
Foundations of Effective Altruism
Global Poverty and Health
Catastrophic Risks and the Future of Humanity
Animal Welfare
The Summit is the place to meet members of the EA community, discover new opportunities, and learn more about the movement, its projects, and important impact-focused themes.
At EA Summit Helsinki, you will:
Learn about solving global challenges through expert talks and panels
Develop your skills and career path through workshops and coaching
Meet like-minded people—both newcomers and experienced members of the EA community
Enjoy plant-based catering and a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere
Are you ready to help change the world? See you at the EA Summit Helsinki!
Who is the EA Summit Helsinki for?
The event is designed for both curious newcomers and highly engaged members of the international Effective Altruism community. It offers knowledge, tools, and practical guidance for anyone interested in increasing their positive impact—regardless of background.
We welcome active community members from Finland and nearby countries, as well as first-timers, and professionals working on solutions to the most pressing global challenges of today.
You belong here if you are curious. Curious to learn more about how to have more impact, how to do good better, and how reason and evidence can help us improve the world.
We welcome anyone from experts to students, from the veteran to newcomers, to come and experience EA Summit Helsinki. Bring your a-game and collaborate in workshops on key issues, or listen to and meet the community working on solving global challenges.
Program
The event takes place from about 10:00 to 18:00.
Speakers
Risto Isomäki, author an activist
Vesa Hautala: What is Effective Altruism?
Kristina Mering, CEO of Nähtamatud Loomad: Impactful animal activism
Triin Teesalu: How to donate effectively – where does your euro do the most good?
Kiryl Shantyka, managing director of Effektiv Altruism Sverige: Building an impactful career in operations
And other speakers on topics related to doing good effectively, such as impactful donations, the most effective interventions in global health and development and managing the risks from advanced AI.
Workshops
Karla Still: Effective giving workshop
How to build an impactful career
We’re in the process of designing the event program and will release more speakers and talks and workshop titles soon!
Full event details will be available in the Swapcard app closer to the conference. Swapcard also makes it easy to connect with other attendees, and many find these connections to be one of the most rewarding outcomes of the conference. We recommend using Swapcard to message others and arrange 1-on-1 meetings a week or two before the event begins!
A plant based meal and snacks will be served.
Sign up now!
Ready to join the EA Summit Helsinki?
Sign up with the form linked below. Our team will read your submission and you will receive an email with instructions on how to confirm your participation and purchase your ticket.
Can’t make it after all? No worries—just let us know, and we will refund your ticket and open your spot to someone else.
Ticket prices
Students: €20
Standard: €50
Location
The event will be organized at Arcada University of Applied Sciences, Jan-Magnus Janssonin aukio 1, 00560 Helsinki.
Questions?
Would you like to volunteer, or are you unsure if the event is right for you? Reach out to us!
Session proposals (talks, workshops, or other formats) and any logistical questions: summit@altruismi.fi.
What is Effective Altruism Finland?
What is the best way to make the world a better place?
This question inspired a global community known as Effective Altruism (EA)—people seeking evidence-based, impactful ways to solve the world’s biggest problems, and then acting on what they learn.
Around this idea, a rich ecosystem has formed: research fields, charity start-up communities and evaluators, career advisory organizations, local groups, and conferences.
Effective Altruism Finland and Local Groups
EA organizations in Finland bring people together to learn about and discuss effective altruism. Our goal is to raise awareness of effective approaches to solving the world’s biggest problem and help each other—and others—do more good with a focus on impact. We support one another in finding effective ways to contribute, whether through career choices, donations, or volunteering.
Effective Altruism Finland is a nationwide organization. In addition, there are local groups at Aalto University, the University of Helsinki, and in Tampere, as well as emerging groups in Jyväskylä, Kuopio, and elsewhere. We also host online events.