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SUMMARY:Brunch Ethics: From Suffrage to Intersectionality: The Evolution of Feminist Philosophy
DESCRIPTION:How has feminism changed the way we think about freedom\, equality\, power\, and identity—and why do its debates remain so urgent today?\nJoin Curt Collier\, professor of philosophy at Fairleigh Dickinson University\, for a lively and accessible journey through the evolution of feminist thought.\nWe will begin with the “first wave” and the struggle for women’s legal and political rights\, explore the transformative activism of the 1960s and 1970s\, and consider the complex questions confronting feminist thinkers today. \nThis will be more than a history lesson. At each stage\, participants will be invited to examine the arguments\, share their perspectives\, and discuss how feminism has expanded\, challenged\, and sometimes divided our understanding of equality.\nNo background in philosophy is needed—only curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation. \nWe are meeting at a restaurant. Please be prepared to buy food. We meet outdoors under shade. Dress for the weather! See you there! Please RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/brunch-ethics-from-suffrage-to-intersectionality-the-evolution-of-feminist-philosophy/
LOCATION:Jack’s Restaurant and Bar San Jose\, 1502 Saratoga Ave\, San Jose\, CA\, 95129
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SUMMARY:AI & Ethics - Compatible? A Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join Ethical Culture Leader Curt Collier and AI entrepreneur Milan Lee at a popup discussion about AI ethics. We’ll start the conversation with tech-infused beverages at Yummy Future\, and progress to a second location\, TBA. What is AI doing to us? Can it be ethical? Is ethics itself intelligence? Join us! Please RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/ai-ethics-compatible-a-conversation/
LOCATION:Yummy Future\, 170 University Avenue\, Palo Alto\, CA
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SUMMARY:Embodying Ethics: From Quiet Conviction to Courageous Action
DESCRIPTION:Making Lunches for the Homeless\nWhat does it mean not merely to believe in ethical values\, but to live them fully? \nAs the Ethical Culture Society of Silicon Valley celebrates its 20th anniversary\, we invite you to explore how ethical commitment can move from private conviction into public action. Through the stories of Paula Rochelle and Ben Wade\, we will trace two personal journeys from “quiet advocacy” to a bold determination to make ethics resonate in every part of life. \nTheir experiences invite each of us to consider: How do our values shape the way we speak\, act\, build community\, and respond to injustice? And what might change if we found the courage to embody our ethics more completely? \nJoin us for an inspiring celebration of 20 years of ethical community—and an invitation to imagine what comes next. Please RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/embodying-ethics-from-quiet-conviction-to-courageous-action/
LOCATION:Neutra House\, 181 Hillview Avenue\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
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SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Our Coffee & Conversation sessions are informal\, inclusive\, supportive gatherings. We just talk about things that are on our minds and in our hearts\, things that make for\, or detract from\, a fulfilling human life in the real world for ourselves and for other people. We listen to each other\, share our thoughts\, and enjoy the time together. Coffee\, tea and goodies provided – and feel free to bring something if you like. \nJoin the conversation! Please RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/coffee-and-conversation-2/
LOCATION:Neutra House\, 181 Hillview Avenue\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T110000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation about Women's Experiences in Silicon Valley
DESCRIPTION:Would you care to join us for a conversation about women’s lives in Silicon Valley on October 18\, 2026 at 11am? Share your experiences\, perspectives\, and stories. Have you witnessed something that you feel is important or that you would like to share? This is an opportunity to listen to one another\, learn from different experiences\, and have an open and respectful conversation about the challenges and opportunities women face today. \nWomen in Silicon Valley have made significant contributions to technology\, business\, entrepreneurship\, and leadership\, yet gender inequality continues to affect women’s experiences both in the workplace and in society. Women across many professions continue to face challenges related to equal pay\, career advancement\, leadership opportunities\, workplace culture\, and balancing work and family responsibilities. At the same time\, some women’s rights and access to previously established protections have become increasingly contested\, including access to abortion and reproductive healthcare. These issues affect women from many different backgrounds and professions\, not only those working in technology. \nJoin the conversation! Please RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/coffee-and-conversation-a-conversation-about-womens-experiences-in-silicon-valley/
LOCATION:Neutra House\, 181 Hillview Avenue\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ethics Discussion: Is "Feminist" now a "dirty word"?
DESCRIPTION:  \nIs “Feminist” Still a Controversial Word? \n At our recent ECSSV discussion on the history of feminism—spanning the first\, second\, and third waves—the word feminist itself became the main event. \n Is “feminist” seen as a dirty word today? Depending on the study\, roughly 40% to 60% of American women identify as feminists. But how should we interpret that number? Is it surprisingly high\, or unexpectedly low? \nWe want to hear your perspective: \nHow do you feel about the word “feminist” today? \nDo you self-identify as one\, or does the term feel alienating or outdated? \nDoes the label attract you to a conversation\, or make you want to avoid it? \nJoin us for an open\, respectful conversation. Bring your personal experiences\, stories\, and insights! Please RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/ethics-discussion-is-feminist-now-a-dirty-word/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T110000
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SUMMARY:Pack & Decorate: Food Bags for Domestic Violence Survivors
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ethical Culture Society of Silicon Valley as we roll up our sleeves to support survivors of domestic violence! We are packing and decorating food bags for Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence (NDS)\, an organization that has helped thousands of families find safety\, stability\, and self-sufficiency since 1971. \nThis is a fun\, hands-on\, single-session volunteer project for all ages. Bring your creativity—we’ll be decorating the bags with colorful designs before filling them up! Afterwards\, stay and linger over light refreshments for good conversation and community building. \n  \n  \n\nWhen: Saturday\, October 24\nTime: 11:00 AM\nWhere: Neutra House\, 181 Hillview Ave · Los Altos\, CA\nCost: Free! (Optional donations toward food costs or directly to NDS are welcome\, but not required.)\nWho: All ages welcome.\n\nPlease RSVP on Meetup  so we know how many people to expect. \nLearn more about our friendly community at ecssv.org. We look forward to seeing you there! \n 
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/filling-food-bags-for-domestic-violence-survivors/
LOCATION:Neutra House\, 181 Hillview Avenue\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
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SUMMARY:ECSSV Book Club: The Mattering Instinct by Rebecca Goldstein
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on The Mattering Instinct by Rebecca Newberger Goldstein! \nMacArthur Fellow Rebecca Newberger Goldstein\, author of Plato at the Googleplex and The Mind Body Problem\, examines a uniquely human drive: the longing to matter. \nDrawing on biology\, psychology\, and philosophy\, Goldstein shows how our need for significance drives both our greatest achievements and our deepest conflicts. Through compelling stories\, she explores how this instinct shapes our lives and offers a pathway to better understanding one another. \nFuture Book Suggestions: Have an idea for a future pick? Leave a comment below or message Ben on Meetup. Please suggest concise books available in print\, audio\, and eBook formats. \nEvent Details: \n\n\nWho: All are welcome\, whether you have read the book or not! \n\n\nWhere: Online Virtual Meeting \n\n\nLink: Visible after you RSVP on Meetup.
URL:https://ethicalsiliconvalley.org/event/ecssv-book-club-the-mattering-instinct-by-rebecca-goldstein/
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