# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 May, 2025 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 17 May, 2025 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a thought-provoking afternoon with renowned philosopher Peter Singer as he explores what it means to take moral ideas seriously in today's world. This keynote event will feature a wide-ranging conversation with one of the most influential living philosophers, followed by an audience Q&A. Suitable for both newcomers to Peter Singer's ideas and those familiar with his work on effective altruism, animal ethics, and global poverty. Key Details ?️ Saturday, 17th May 2025 ? 4:30pm–6:00pm (doors open at 4:00pm) ? Kathleen Fitzpatrick Theatre, Arts West Building, The University of Melbourne, Royal Parade, Parkville ?️ Buy your tickets at bit.ly/connect-keynote-25 Early bird: $18 (until April 28th) Standard: $25 Student: $18 Event Schedule 4.00pm Doors Open 4.30pm - 5.30pm Moderated Conversation with Peter Singer 5.30pm - 6.00pm Audience Q&A with Peter Singer 6.00pm - 7.00pm Book Signing and Networking with Drinks and Light Refreshments All food will be vegan. ? What to Expect Peter Singer has been called the most influential living philosopher. His commitment to taking ethical ideas seriously has been influential in forming both the effective altruism and modern animal advocacy movements. In this conversation, we’ll: - Explore what it means to take moral ideas seriously and the practical implications for doing good - Discuss how genuine moral commitment can lead to improving lives around the world - Unpack challenging ethical questions relevant to the issues we face today ? Want more? Join us for the full day at EAA Connect! If you’d like to dive deeper into the ideas of effective altruism, join us for the full afternoon at Effective Altruism Australia Connect. From 1pm - 4pm, we’re hosting a series of workshops and talks on different ideas in effective altruism and what you can do to make a difference. Tickets to EAA Connect include admission to this keynote. See bit.ly/connect-25 for more details about EAA Connect. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/parkville/the-weight-of-ideas-a-conversation-with-peter-singer/200028045094552 - **Event Categories**: charities, music, workshops, art, theatre, parades - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 68 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Parkville - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: Kathleen Fitzpatrick Theatre, Arts West Building, The University of Melbourne, Royal Parade, Parkville - **lat**: -37.78412 - **long**: 144.95855 - **full address**: Kathleen Fitzpatrick Theatre, Arts West Building, The University of Melbourne, Royal Parade, Parkville, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/a92a76c775a7ac2388342ea68af5edff1fd6d62daa3aa4e1d9e9d9bdc860685f-rimg-w1200-h630-dc2d2d2d-gmir?v=1747354079 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer being held? - **A:** The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer takes place on Sat, 17 May, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 17 May, 2025 at 07:00 pm at Kathleen Fitzpatrick Theatre, Arts West Building, The University of Melbourne, Royal Parade, Parkville, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer? - **A:** The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer is organized by Effective Altruism Australia. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Weight of Ideas: A conversation with Peter Singer is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Parkville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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