Transformation Through Dialogue
We help communities and organizations address ethical challenges through collaborative research, education, and discussion. Listening to one another, working with each other, and learning from those we disagree with are truly some of the most ethical things we can do.
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Executive Director of the Center for Ethics in Society (CES), Max Latona is Professor of Philosophy at Saint Anselm College and the former Richard L. Bready Chair of Ethics, Economics, and the Common Good. He received his doctorate in philosophy from Boston College in 2001, and has published numerous articles in the area of ethics and ancient Greek philosophy. Max’s community activities, corporate leadership, and Executive Director’s work at the CES are guided by his belief that organizations and communities across the nation are desperately in need of opportunities for development, especially for reflection, dialogue, and collaboration on the ethical issues and challenges that they face.
Upcoming Events
Join us for an in-depth conversation about the present condition of the market economy. Dr. Barbara Kolm, former Vice-President of the Austrian Central Bank, and EU lawyer Pieter Cleppe will present insights into the current economic landscapes of the U.S. and EU. Following their discussions, AIER researcher Peter Earle will delve into the pressing matter of increasing global de-dollarization and its repercussions for the U.S. economy. Refreshments will be provided.
Schedule
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM: Barbara Kolm: "We got markets, we got economies - do we still run market economies?"
12:50 PM – 1:10 PM: Pieter Cleppe: "An Analysis of European Economic Policies"
1:10 PM – 1:30 PM: Peter Earle: "Why de-dollarization is an issue"
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Panel discussion, Q&A
About the Speakers
Barbara Kolm is the founder of the Free Market Road Show, Director of the Austrian Economics Center, President of the Hayek Institute and Professor of Austrian Economics at the University of Donja Gorica in Montenegro.
Pieter Cleppe (LL.M) is a Brussels-based Policy Analyst, focused on EU affairs, Brexit, and the Eurozone. He’s the editor-in-chief of BrusselsReport.eu, an online magazine covering EU affairs, and a Research Fellow for U.S. think tank Property Rights Alliance. He is also a columnist for U.S. National Review Online, The Daily Telegraph, The Spectator and a frequent commentator in European and international media.
Peter C. Earle is a senior economist at the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER). He joined AIER in 2018, prior to which he spent over 20 years as a trader and analyst at several securities firms and hedge funds in the New York metropolitan area including Schwab Capital Markets, Fahnestock & Co., Roy G. Niederhoffer Capital Management and others, as well as starting and running a cryptocurrency consultancy (Intangible Economics, LLC).
Program Description:
Powerful writing has the ability to shape perspectives and drive change. In this dynamic six-week workshop, you will engage in both group and one-on-one sessions in order to immerse yourself in the art of persuasive op-ed and opinion writing. You’ll have an opportunity to learn from nationally recognized experts in writing and editing, including being able to ask questions about your work. Ten participants will work directly with Trent Spiner, an editor-in-chief and former national political reporter, in one-on-one sessions designed to help you craft and publish an op-ed on a topic of your choice. This class will be a journey to craft impactful narratives that inspire meaningful action in your community. All classes will be conducted via Zoom.
What You'll Gain:
- Develop, write, and pitch at least one compelling op-ed.
- Group classes focused on brainstorming, drafting, and pitching op-eds.
- Facilitated conversations and Q&A sessions with op-ed experts.
Participants will also receive individualized coaching sessions for hands-on writing, editing and pitching to media outlets. Those include:
- Two one-hour coaching sessions with Trent Spiner, drawing from his extensive experience as an editor-in-chief and presidential campaign reporter.
- Concrete results: a draft op-ed, pitch letter, and actionable leads for publication.
Dates:
April 5, 2024 (group session)
Noon - 4 p.m.
Held via Zoom
May 3, 2024 (group session)
Noon - 4 p.m.
Held via Zoom
One-on-one coaching sessions will be individually scheduled
Audience: Open to all New Hampshire residents, with a special emphasis on those engaged in advocacy or working at mission-based non-profits.
Application Instructions:
Registration fee for accepted applicants: $199
Fee covers two four-hour workshops and two hours of one-on-one coaching. Financial aid is available upon request. This program is supported by an endowment created by the N.H. Secretary of State's Office and the Center for Public Responsibility and Corporate Citizenship awarded to Saint Anselm College in 2013.
Application link: https://bit.ly/49lOExG
All classes will be conducted via Zoom.
Questions? Email Violet Victoria at vvictoria@anselm.edu
Event details for The Power of Storytelling: An Op-Ed Workshop
What do integrity and trust really mean for a corporation?Join us for an insightful discussion with Paul Fiorelli, Director of the Cintas Institute for Business Ethics at Xavier University on April 10th. During this online discussion, we will explore the organizational challenge of building and preserving community trust. From the historic Johnson & Johnson Tylenol crisis to the captivating saga of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos, we'll explore real-world examples that shed light on this critical issue.
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