FRI

At FRI, our goal is to identify the best interventions to reduce such risks of astronomical future suffering (s-risks) ... FRI's primary ethical focus is the reduction of involuntary suffering (Suffering-Focused Ethics, SFE). This includes human suffering, but also the suffering in non-human animals and potential artificial minds of the future. In accordance with a diverse range of moral views, we believe that suffering, especially extreme suffering such as torture or severe depression, cannot be outweighed easily by large amounts of happiness. While this leads us to prioritize reducing suffering, we also value happiness, flourishing, and fulfilling people's life goals. Within a framework of commonsensical value pluralism as well as a strong focus on cooperation, our goal is to ensure that the future contains as little involuntary suffering as possible. Together with others in the effective altruism community, we want careful ethical reflection to guide the future of our civilization..

Registration numbers: 1195079 (W)

Primary location: London United Kingdom