Buddhist monk/author Matthieu Ricard, with neuroscientist Dr. Richard Davidson and psychologist/writer Dr. Daniel Goleman, join The Very Reverend Dr. James A. Kowalski, Dean, Cathedral of St. John the Divine for "Altruism as an Agent for Personal and Societal Global Change"—a wide ranging exploration on the essence and science of altruism; how altruism is a vital thread that can address the main challenges of our time, from economic inequality to environmental sustainability, from life satisfaction to conflict resolution.

This evening, one of a series titled Enter the Conversation, was designed to "convene conversations with world leaders, top thinkers, journalists, activists, and religious leaders focused on the most pressing issues of our times and, through these conversations, to empower individuals to be agents of positive social change."

There will be a book signing following the program.

For additional information on the evening's speakers, please click here.

This event is open to the public; however, your contributions to the Cathedral are always appreciated. Please RSVP for this event below.