Effective Altruism and Making a Difference

Effective altruism involves using time and money to make the world better by donating and investing resources in organizations with the highest positive social impact rather than casually. It emphasizes careful consideration of the best evidence and arguments to guide donations or contributions. The movement encourages individuals to reflect on how they can have the most significant positive impact with their resources and time. The concept originated with Giving What We Can, which advocates for giving at least 10% of income to impactful charities. Effective altruism prompts individuals to ask three key questions to maximize the effectiveness of their giving: focusing on the largest scale problems, identifying the most solvable issues, and ensuring that efforts lead to tangible results.