A Community Conversation about Gender Wealth
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Hugh and Kelly Sheard, director of the Gender Wealth Institute at Women’s Way, for a conversation about the gender wealth gap. The Institute is creating the region’s first Gender Wealth Index, to measure changes in women’s wealth and drive evidence-based action to reduce inequality. By participating in this conversation, you can help an important [...]
Lunch with Hugh
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWe’ll talk about whatever is on your mind. You’ll eat whatever is in the bag you bring from home. Meet in the Leader’s Office for this informal gathering and conversation.
Book Discussion: Democracy Awakening, by Heather Cox Richardson (Part 2)
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHow did we arrive at this moment of political crisis? How do we find our way out of it? Acclaimed historian Heather Cox Richardson presents a condensed account of modern conservatism and a recap of Donald Trump’s Presidency. This session will cover the book’s second half, beginning with Chapter 17. Meet in the Leader’s Office.
(UPDATE: IN-PERSON) The AEU’s Role in Supporting Societies and Advancing Ethical Culture
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesKhandra Sears, Board President American Ethical Union Reflecting popular trends, the American Ethical Union (AEU) has seen engagement decline at its member societies and across the movement. It also has navigated a series of significant, rapid transitions in recent years. Sears’ talk will focus on the AEU Board of Directors’ work rebuilding connections among Ethical [...]
Book Discussion: Democracy Awakening, by Heather Cox Richardson (On Zoom)
On ZoomHow did we arrive at this moment of political crisis? How do we find our way out of it? Acclaimed historian Richardson presents a condensed account of modern conservatism and a recap of Donald Trump's presidency. She also explains how Americans' enduring commitment to democracy has pushed back when authoritarianism, in the past, has reared [...]
Aging Gracefully
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales, Leader Philadelphia Ethical Society Too often, our youth-centric culture treats aging as something to avoid, hide, or belittle. Yet, every one of us—if we are lucky—will grow old. Hugh urges us to embrace this journey, so as to nurture greater meaning and gratitude. And he introduces the concept of “intentional eldering” which allows [...]
Annual Members Meeting (Hybrid)
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn the agenda: Board elections for president, vice president, and up to three trustees-at-large. The Treasurer will report on next year's budget and moving our endowment to the Philadelphia Foundation. Also on tap: an update on the Rose Rappaport Long Fund and the Stewardship Fund. This event will take place both in person and [...]
Peeling the Onion
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesGet to know other Ethical Society members and our neighbors from Friends in the City through this fun activity! Peeling the Onion, created by Woody Kardon, lets participants share stories from their lives, creating opportunities for conversations and new friendships. Meet in the Leader’s Office. Space is limited, so RSVP to Woody or Hugh. Emails: [...]
What We Must Do to Save Reproductive Freedom Now
On ZoomKathryn Kolbert, Public Interest Attorney A journalist and entrepreneurial leader, Kathryn “Kitty” Kolbert will speak about the bold strategies needed to help restore and expand reproductive and sexual rights. Using what has been called "one of the most audacious litigation strategies in Supreme Court history,” Kolbert, in 1992, argued Planned Parenthood v. Casey, the landmark [...]
How Decisions — Good or Bad — Can Change Our Lives
On ZoomJohn Horkel, Philadelphia Ethical Society Member John was taking a walk in New Haven, Connecticut, one day, not long after retiring from his career as a zoo curator and director of an arboretum and a nature center. Finding himself before the building that houses the nonprofit New Haven Reads, he impulsively went in and signed [...]