Of all the problems facing humanity, which should we focus on solving first? In a compelling talk about how to make the world better, moral philosopher Will MacAskill provides a framework for answering this question based on the philosophy of "effective altruism" -- and shares ideas for taking on three pressing global issues.

Will MacAskill: What are the most important moral problems of our time?

What are the most important moral problems of our time?

Effective altruism leverages evidence and reasoning to maximize global good, focusing on health, farming, and existential risks.

Preserving humanity's future against existential risks offers vast, neglected opportunities for impactful global stewardship.

Harnessing scientific revolutions, we can propel an ethical evolution to address global health, factory farming, and existential risks.