If you are interested in attending, please RSVP on Partiful here.

A gathering for parents to discuss issues on their minds, like: preparing kids for emerging tech, approaches to present-day tech (screens, etc.), experiences with "low effort" / free range parenting, and anything else you’d feel like talking about!

The location has lots of parking, a small playground, a bathroom, and a gazebo area. Our host Ben Schifman will bring a few snacks.

The alternative, bad weather location is his house a few blocks away. If the group needs to move, Ben will post a message on Partiful—so make sure to RSVP!

Join us for an evening of meaningful connection at our upcoming EA DC women’s meetup!

Enjoy delicious vegan food (on us!) in a welcoming space where women interested in effective altruism can come together, share ideas, and build lasting relationships.

Whether you’re new to EA or a seasoned advocate, you’l leave enriched with new friendships, expanded knowledge, and renewed motivation to create a positive impact.

This event is open to women (non-binary and trans welcome!)

Description

Join us at Workshop House for a conversation with Parth Ahya, Chief of Staff at Renaissance Philanthropy and co-founder of Taimaka, an organization combating pediatric malnutrition in Nigeria.

Parth was previously a Program Lead at Schmidt Futures and is currently an advisor to Talent Mobility Fund and Interact.

During the meetup, Parth will discuss several topics in development that he thinks are worthy of increased attention:

• Migration

• Planned urban expansion

• Economic and industrial policy

• Aid policy advocacy in the US and other high-income countries

A short Q&A and open discussion will follow.

Details

We will gather at Workshop House, 1717 15th St NW, on May 29th at 5:30 pm. A light dinner will be provided from Shouk.

Join other people interested in, thinking about, and working on EA-related topics in DC for a general meetup at The Admiral in Dupont Circle. Drink vouchers, vegan tacos, guacamole, and salad will be provided.

Note: For those who have attended these in the past, we're happy to share that we'll have an entirely private space this time, so it should be quieter and less packed.

Are you curious about effective altruism? Would you like to learn more about what EAs in DC are doing with their careers, time, and donations? Then come by the West End Library to chat and ask any questions about the group or EA in general!

This is our quarterly event for new members. If you're new and want to meet other new members and more established members, this is a great opportunity. The event will be a relaxed but professional meetup led by one of the EA DC organizers.

Join the AI cause area meetup group for lunch at Pow Pow in Franklin Square. All are welcome! Discuss AI progress, technical safety, and governance with other EA DC members.

This will be the monthly meetup for Effective Altruism DC's animal welfare group. All are welcome!

NOTE: The location of this event has been changed to Busboys and Poets, 450 K St NW.

Busboys and Poets is participating in DC Veg Restaurant Week this weekend, so they'll have a vegan special.

Join other people interested in, thinking about, and working on EA-related topics in DC for a general meetup at The Admiral in Dupont Circle. Drink vouchers, vegan tacos, guacamole, and salad will be provided.

Join EA DC for a large, general professional networking event. Whether you're considering a career change and exploring new options, looking for ways to connect with people in other fields to collaborate on EA work, or just excited to meet many cool people doing important work, this event is for you!

Location: Three Whistles in Clarendon, 2719 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Structure of the event:

The event space will have stations for conversations about the following cause areas:

• AI

• Animal Welfare

• Biosecurity

• Climate change

• Democracy preservation

• Global health and development

Members are encouraged to network with others with similar interests and are free to discuss and meet people outside of these specific cause areas.

Food: Vegan catering from Shouk will be provided!

Dress: If you’re unsure how you’d like to dress for the event, we suggest business casual, but anything you’re comfortable with is fine!

Goals for the event:

We want you to use this event to connect with lots of other EA DC members who can help you:

• Be more effective in the career you currently have

• Prioritize what to work on and where to work on it

• Learn about EA activity in each cause area and professional field

• Connect professionally and socially to the EA community in DC in general

You should aim to have many conversations with different people and make yourself available to talk to people about what you do and what you’re interested in. Some attendees will have extensive high-level experience in their cause area, while others will be new or still studying for a degree.

You can decide for yourself how you would like to keep in touch with members after the event. We encourage you to connect on LinkedIn and share other contact info with everyone you have a valuable conversation with.

Rules and Expectations:

• Please keep all conversations professional and on-topic. Be polite and welcoming to everyone.

• Try to avoid EA buzzwords and extensive technical language unless you know that the other person knows what you’re talking about. Expect to speak with EAs at very different career stages.

Animal advocates are testing out ballot initiatives, with limited success. Are these a worthy intervention, and are there metrics of success beyond passage of the measure? Check out the December 17, 2024 podcast episode from How I Learned to Love Shrimp or article on Animal Charity Evaluators, or just show up to mingle over burgers and shakes with EA friends!

NOTE: PLNT Burger is located inside Whole Foods. There is a food court and patio with plenty of space to hang out and chat, though!

Last fall, this group did some scenario planning around how a change in administration would affect our work. Now that this change has come to pass, how do we move forward? If policy changes and international coordination are less likely, how can we work on changing people, companies, and systems that impact climate? Come to listen and share ideas - all perspectives and viewpoints are welcome.

This meeting will NOT be recorded.

Join the global health and development group for lunch at Shouk on K Street. All are welcome!

NOTE: Unfortunately, this event has been canceled due to a scheduling error. Please check out our other global health and development meetup this weekend.

Join the global health and development meetup group for a social at Franklin Beer Hall. All are welcome! EA DC will provide appetizers. No experience in global health is required, all are welcome!

Join the AI cause area meetup group for lunch at Pow Pow in Franklin Square! All are welcome! We’ll discuss new updates in AI governance and safety over amazing vegan Chinese food.

Join the biosecurity cause area meetup group for a happy hour on the rooftop @ TAKODA Shaw. The first drink is on us!

Since taking office in January 2025, the new U.S. administration has launched an aggressive campaign to reshape the federal government at its core. From dismantling USAID to mass layoffs of tens of thousands of civil servants, from eliminating DEI policies to overhauling immigration laws, the nation is experiencing a transformation unlike anything in recent history.

For many, this moment is deeply unsettling—whether grieving the loss of a job, fearing the erosion of civil rights, or simply struggling to make sense of the relentless flood of news and policy shifts. The sheer volume of change is disorienting, making it difficult to grasp what is happening, let alone how to respond.

In times like these, connection is vital. We must remind ourselves that we are not alone. To support those concerned about the future of democracy, the Democracy Preservation Group of Effective Altruism DC is hosting a gathering to reconnect, process, and explore ways forward together.

Join the AI cause area group for lunch at Pow Pow! Come discuss AI safety and governance with other EAs. All are welcome.

Note: We had to cancel this event due to low registration. We’ll schedule the same one in April at a new time!

Last fall, this group did some scenario planning around how a change in administration would affect our work. Now that this change has come to pass, how do we move forward? If policy changes and international coordination are less likely, how can we work on changing people, companies, and systems that impact climate? Come to listen and share ideas - all perspectives and viewpoints are welcome.

This meeting will NOT be recorded.

LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kijrmveuRXigfYrKLfpRcQ#/registration

Join other people interested in, thinking about, and working on EA-related topics in DC for a general meetup at The Admiral in Dupont Circle.

Drink vouchers, vegan tacos, guacamole, and salad will be provided!

Description

Get together with others in the DC area interested in applying Effective Altruism ideas to global health and development. This is part of a monthly series of gatherings. All are welcome—no background or experience required.

This month, we will be hosting Curt Bowen, co-founder of Semilla Nueva. Semilla Nueva develops biofortified corn seeds to combat malnutrition, increase yields, and improve crop resilience for poor corn farmers in Central America. They make these seeds available to farmers and plan to expand to other corn farming regions in low-income countries soon. Curt has also given the best fundraising advice that Katriel has ever received.

A short Q&A and open discussion will follow.

Details

We will gather at Workshop House, 1717 15th St NW, on March 12th at 5:30 pm. A light dinner will be provided from Shouk.

Join the global health & development cause area group for a social at Franklin Beer Hall! EA DC will provide appetizers.

About Effective Altruism

Effective altruism is a global movement that uses data and rigorous analysis to identify the most impactful ways to improve the world. From its inception, reducing animal suffering has been a core focus of EA, with researchers, donors, and advocates working to identify and scale the interventions that they believe do the most good for non-human animals.

About This Event

Join us for an afternoon where animal advocates and effective altruists will come together to explore different approaches to helping animals. The event will be hosted at the home of Max Broad, who brings experience from both grassroots activism and the effective altruism movement.

The event will consist of:

1. A short presentation about effective altruism, how it relates to animals, and what kinds of animal welfare interventions the EA movement is excited about.

2. Presentations by several individuals on their current animal advocacy projects and approaches.

3. An open discussion of the future of the animal protection movement, and how individuals can grow, strengthen, and do more for the animals together.

Whether you're a seasoned activist or simply passionate about helping animals, we hope these conversations will help you discover new perspectives on making your advocacy count.

If you have any questions, please contact Arthur Wright (Arthur@EffectiveAltruismDC.org).

Are you curious about effective altruism? Would you like to learn more about what EAs in DC are doing with their careers, time, and donations? Then come by the West End Library to chat and ask any questions about the group or EA in general!

This is our quarterly event for new members. If you're new and want to meet other new members and more established members, this is a great opportunity. The event will be a relaxed but professional meetup led by one of the EA DC organizers.

Want to make your charitable giving really count? Join us for an evening of practical tips from donors who’ve figured out how to do just that.

Our panel of experienced givers will share their personal approaches, from setting up donor-advised funds to picking effective charities and making the most of tax benefits. Whether you’re considering taking a giving pledge or looking to streamline your current donations, you’ll hear real strategies from people who regularly donate significant portions of their income.

Co-hosted by EA DC and EA for Christians, this interactive session is perfect for newcomers and experienced donors alike. Bring your questions about pledges, charity evaluation, or any other aspect of effective giving—our panelists are here to help you boost your charitable impact.

Join the AI cause area group for lunch at Pow Pow in Franklin Square! Come discuss AI safety and governance with others interested in and working in related fields in DC.

Join the animal welfare meetup group for a chill afternoon solving some nature and animal-themed jigsaw puzzles. EA DC will provide beverages.

Join the global health and development meetup group for a social at Franklin Beer Hall. All are welcome! EA DC will provide appetizers. No experience in global health is required, all are welcome!

Join other people interesting, thinking about, and working on EA-related topics in DC for a general meetup and happy hour at Franklin Beer Hall! All are welcome.

Calling all who hope for a world free from farmed animal suffering—join us for a delicious lunch at DC Vegan to discuss the following two articles:

1. Americans are eating less meat. And more meat. How? - by Kenny Torrella

2. Positive Trends on Alternative Proteins - by Lewis Bollard

Please RSVP for an accurate headcount, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Email: Arthur@EffectiveAltruismDC.org

Phone: 415-272-0779

To receive updates about this meeting group, please join the AI governance learning group here and select the BlueDot curriculum reading group.

Join the AI governance learning group for an 8 week read-through of the BlueDot AI governance curriculum. We’ll meet once a week on Thursdays to discuss the readings, starting with week one on an overview of the current state of AI tech.

This series will be targeted at people newer to AI governance, but anyone is welcome! People with more specific expertise are encouraged to attend to provide feedback, thoughts, and meet people newer to the field and get them connected to ideas and opportunities.