DKU ECO-FEB 2025 Speaker Series

DKU ECO-FEB 2025 Speaker Series

Join us for the DKU Eco February 2025 Speaker Series, a thought-provoking exploration of how ethical choices lead to meaningful action for a better world. Hosted by Duke Kunshan University’s Plant Futures Club, this series examines how our everyday choices—particularly around food—impact global well-being.

Note: This is an online event which will be conducted in English.

What to Expect:

  • 🎤 Insights from Maggie Baird (Feb 21st, 9 AM Beijing Time / Feb 20th, 19:00 CST):
    Maggie Baird, founder of the plant-based advocacy non-profit Support + Feed, will share her journey of activism and her dedication to promoting plant-based eating as a means to combat environmental degradation and animal suffering. Through Support + Feed (supportandfeed.org), Maggie empowers communities to make sustainable food choices while supporting local, plant-based food systems. Learn how small, intentional decisions—like transitioning to a plant-based diet—can contribute to a healthier, more sustainable world. 🌱

  • 💬 A Conversation with Peter Singer (Feb 21st, 10 AM Beijing Time / Feb 20th, 20:00 CST):
    Join renowned philosopher and author Peter Singer for a conversation on the ethics of effective altruism. As the author of Animal Liberation and a leading voice in utilitarian philosophy, Peter Singer will explore how our choices—especially in food consumption—affect both the environment and the welfare of animals. He will discuss how we can maximize the impact of our actions by focusing on what we can control, offering a powerful framework for ethical living in today’s interconnected world. 🌟
    Learn more at his official website: petersinger.info

Event Details:

  • Date & Time: Feb 21st, 9 AM - 11 AM (Beijing Time) / Feb 20th, 19:00 - 21:00 (CST)
  • Location: Online via Zoom
  • Open to academics, students, and advocates globally.