The Centre for Effective Altruism
The Centre for Effective Altruism, based in Oxford, England, supports initiatives like the Against Malaria Foundation and the Centre for Human-Compatible AI, and offers resources to promote effective altruism globally.
Global Priorities Institute at the University of Oxford
The Centre for Effective Altruism founded the Global Priorities Institute at the University of Oxford. This institute focuses on identifying and addressing the world's most pressing issues through interdisciplinary research. The institute aims to provide insights into prioritizing global efforts to maximize positive impact.
Support for the Against Malaria Foundation
The Centre for Effective Altruism provides significant support to the Against Malaria Foundation. Their contributions have led to the distribution of 200 million mosquito nets, which have been instrumental in preventing an estimated 150,000 deaths from malaria.
Centre for Human-Compatible AI at UC Berkeley
The Centre for Effective Altruism operates the Centre for Human-Compatible AI at UC Berkeley. This initiative focuses on ensuring that AI technologies benefit humanity and do not pose unacceptable risks. The center aims to align the development of AI with human values and safety.
Impact on Animal Welfare with the Open Wing Alliance
The Centre for Effective Altruism has supported the Open Wing Alliance in campaigns and legal reforms. These efforts have led to the liberation of over 100 million hens from battery cages, significantly improving animal welfare standards in the poultry industry.
Advocacy for Human Challenge Trials through 1Day Sooner
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centre for Effective Altruism advocated for human challenge trials through the organization 1Day Sooner. This initiative aimed to accelerate vaccine testing by using controlled exposure to the virus, potentially speeding up the development and approval of vaccines.