Houston community group
We are part of a movement that uses evidence and careful thinking to address the world's most pressing problems - for people today and future generations.
We help you feel confident that the way you use your time, donations, and career truly helps others. We also offer a welcoming community where you can meet Houstonians who share your values and take action together.
Getting started is easy: check the current event details, choose an event, and attend your first one.
Events
We run a mix of recurring and special events so there is something for everyone.
Relaxed, community-building events with EA-themed trivia or light games - no prep or prior background needed. Occasionally, we replace our regular Saturday discussion meetup with a lighter, more connection-focused format.
Best for: first-timers, folks who want to reconnect with the community, and anyone who wants a low-pressure way to see what Houston EA is about.
Hands-on, practical sessions on effective giving, effective careers, workplace advocacy, and volunteering.
Expect short talks, guided activities, and clear, actionable takeaways.
A once-a-year gathering featuring casual conversations, food, and a relaxed way to meet people who care about doing good.
Best for: everyone.
Since 2023, we have met weekly for thoughtful, evidence-based discussions on high-impact topics. These are perfect for people who want regular, in-depth conversations and a consistent community to help improve their lives and impact. Drop-ins are always welcome.
The best way to see the most recent discussion topics and what people are sharing is through our Discord community. We are also planning to add each week's topic to our Google Calendar.
Effective altruism
Effective Altruism (EA) is a global movement and philosophy focused on using evidence and reason to figure out how to help others as much as possible - and then taking action.
At a high level, EA often involves:
People apply EA principles in many ways, from donations and career choices to policy advocacy and scientific research.
Local values
At Houston EA, we align with the core principles of the global EA movement, while also having community values that guide how we operate locally.
We believe our strength lies in the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives within our community. These differences deepen our understanding of complex issues and foster innovative thinking and actions.
Our discussions are not just about identifying actions but understanding why we choose certain paths. We encourage questioning, analyzing, and debating so members can form their own well-reasoned perspectives.
Why join?
Clarity: feel confident your time, money, and career choices truly help. Community: meet people who share your values and want to do good together.
Nonprofit
Our team of dedicated organizers
Keirra is an experienced leader, entrepreneur and University of Houston alum (BBA Marketing, Class of 2019). While she was a student, she founded the university's Effective Altruism group. During the four years she managed the group, 50+ students completed the Arete Fellowship, an ~8 week introductory program to the effective altruism philosophy.
Since graduating, Keirra has stayed involved in the effective altruism community; she has participated in various EA community events and conferences, including the EA Oxford In-Depth Fellowship and CEA group organizer's retreat.
In addition to her work in EA, Keirra is a successful entrepreneur who founded and owns Forward Launch, a startup marketing consulting business.
Jon is a professor at Rice University and loves studying how our brains work. He has a special interest in how our brains communicate and how this affects what we see and hear.
When Jon is not teaching, he loves to share his knowledge with others. Jon is the lead representative of the Houston Chapter of the Society of Neuroscience. He also runs BrainSTEM, which teaches neuroscience to local middle and high school students, and Taste of Science Houston, which connects scientists to the local community.