Aalto EA

Join Aalto Effective Altruism in our mission to help people make a difference. Our community at Aalto University provides valuable resources and guidance to students and staff seeking to address the most pressing issues of our time. Which global challenges require the most urgent attention? What approaches are most effective in solving them? And how can we best utilize our skills and resources to make a positive impact? Join us on our journey towards a brighter future! Let's shoot for the stars!

You can become an official member of Aalto EA.

Everyone is welcome on our events, you don’t need to be a student!

Our weekly activities:

TEA Tuesdays

Join us every second Tuesday at 6:00 PM at Space 21 in Aalto for TEA Tuesdays, a weekly discussion event where you can enjoy a cup of tea and engage in thought-provoking conversations about effective altruism (EA). Our volunteer-led discussions cover a wide range of EA-related topics, and we welcome participants from all backgrounds and levels of experience. Whether you're a seasoned EA enthusiast or just curious to learn more about this movement, TEA Tuesdays offers a welcoming and engaging space to share ideas, ask questions, and explore new perspectives. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and broaden your understanding of how we can make a positive impact on the world. Join us for TEA Tuesdays and let's chat over a cup of tea!

Lunches

Join our Weekly Lunches at Kipsari Väre every Friday at 11:30 AM. You can have a meaningful discussion over your salad or just chill with friends.

Library

Come to the TEA Tuesday events to pick up/return eye-opening books. See an updating list of available books here.

Our coming activities:

Intro Program

Apply to the Effective Altruism Intro Program: an intensive and rewarding 5-week program starting at the end of February. Every week consists of readings and a group discussion on themes like effective career choices, empathy, global health, forecasting and existential risks. The intro program offers a great opportunity to talk with and learn from like-minded people about doing good effectively.

Apply by 8th February here.

Contact us:

You can reach us at aalto@altruismi.fi.

We primarily use Telegram for communication and you can join our group using this link: https://t.me/+ftybbHHd5q9lODc0

Join the announcements channel: https://t.me/AaltoEA

Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, suggestions, or simply want to learn more about what we do. We look forward to hearing from you!

Aalto EA board

  • Kuutti

    CHAIR

    Hi, I’m Kuutti! I’m a bachelor’s student at Aalto University in the Electrical Engineering program. I’m especially interested in reducing animal suffering and improving decision-making. In my free time, I enjoy running, being in nature, and drinking hot chocolate.

    Feel free to contact me on Telegram (@KuuttiL) or via email (kuutti.lappalainen@altruismi.fi).

  • Timofey

    VICE CHAIR

    Hey hey! I am Timofey, bachelor student in Aalto. I like cats and don't like writing long texts because ©You can see everything from the Figure 1.1.

    If you wish to contact me, you can do it through e-mail timofey.zabelin@aalto.fi or, preferably, in tg @catotic_chat

  • Okko

    TREASURER

    Hey, I'm Okko, an undergraduate student in computer science at Aalto. I'm interested in many things, including AI, consciousness, utilitarianism, and economics. In the altruism realm, I'm thinking about shaping an unthinkably good long-term future for all beings. In my free time, I like to run, play games, and look at maps.

    Contact: Telegram (@OkkoKatajamaki), email (okko.katajamaki@aalto.fi)

  • Dmitrii

    SECRETARY

    Hi, I'm Dmitrii, a Computer Science student at Aalto University. I came to EA through my interest in AI alignment, and on the current board, my role can be described as "AI Safety responsible".

    My motto is "DON'T DIE (or at least do so with dignity)".
    The previous sentence contains two references; if you understood both, we probably have a lot in common.

    Feel free to reach out! Please contact via: tg @dimigus or email dmitrii.gusev@altruismi.fi