Learning Opportunities & Other Events
Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Be part of a small-group conversation about our Ethical Society community, history, and philosophy. This informal Zoom gathering with Hugh Taft-Morales is open to everyone. Join online HERE at the scheduled time.
Sense in the City: Equity, Public Schools, and Democracy
A winter Wednesday Zoom discussion series with the Center City Residents Association How can citizens nurture constructive dialogue that respects everyone and helps make our society more equitable and inclusive? How can we live more meaningful, engaged, and responsible lives? Join Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader of the Philadelphia Ethical Society, for a series of guided conversations about [...]
Sentientism, Activism, and Personal Growth
In this American Ethical Union Salon, Hugh Taft-Morales, Amy Halpern-Laff, and Jamie Woodhouse will explore the opportunities and challenges of “sentientism,”a worldview that demands moral consideration of all creatures experiencing feelings and sensations. Based on evidence, reason, and compassion, sentientism extends secular humanism to the treatment of other animals. Sentientists endeavor to minimize suffering and [...]
Book Discussion: Killing Rage by bell hooks
PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales hosts two discussions of the book that galvanized a generation of activists. In the first meeting we’ll cover the introduction and the sections Beyond Black Rage: Ending Racism; Revolutionary Feminism: An Anti-Racist Agenda; and Overcoming White Supremacy: A Comment. The second meeting will focus on Beyond Black Only: Bonding Beyond Race; Keeping a [...]
Sense in the City: Homelessness and Humanity
A winter Wednesday Zoom discussion series with the Center City Residents Association How can citizens nurture constructive dialogue that respects everyone and helps make our society more equitable and inclusive? How can we live more meaningful, engaged, and responsible lives? Join Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader of the Philadelphia Ethical Society, for a series of guided conversations about [...]
Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Be part of a small-group conversation about our Ethical Society community, history, and philosophy. This informal Zoom gathering with Hugh Taft-Morales is open to everyone. Join online at the scheduled time: CLICK HERE
Sense in the City: Fear and Street Crime
A Wednesday Zoom discussion series with the Center City Residents Association How can citizens nurture constructive dialogue that respects everyone and helps make our society more equitable and inclusive? How can we live more meaningful, engaged, and responsible lives? Join Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader of the Philadelphia Ethical Society, for a series of guided conversations about community, [...]
Sense in the City: Climate Justice and Economic Justice
A Wednesday Zoom discussion series with the Center City Residents Association How can citizens nurture constructive dialogue that respects everyone and helps make our society more equitable and inclusive? How can we live more meaningful, engaged, and responsible lives? Join Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader of the Philadelphia Ethical Society, for a series of guided conversations about community, [...]
Concert to Benefit Immigrants Fleeing Persecution
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United Stateswith Philadelphia Orchestra members, Curtis students and faculty Curtis Institute students and faculty, and members of The Philadelphia Orchestra will give a benefit concert to help refugees and other immigrants fleeing persecution. All proceeds will go to HIAS PA to support its legal and social services for immigrants. “We believe in the power of music,” [...]
Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Be part of a small-group conversation about our Ethical Society community, history, and philosophy. This informal Zoom gathering with Hugh Taft-Morales is open to everyone. Join online at the scheduled time: CLICK HERE