EACH 2024 Conference

Our annual conference in Washington D.C. brings together Christians who are passionate about using reason and evidence to tackle the world’s most pressing problems.

🗓️ May 18-19 | Doors open Saturday 8:30 AM

📍 3630 Bishop Walker Cir, Alexandria, VA 22304

🎫 Ticket Cost: Default price $199 (free tickets available)

A Unique Opportunity

Meet 100 ambitious Christian students and professionals tackling the world’s most pressing problems.

What attendees do

  • Discuss pressing global problems and solutions, alongside Christian experts.

  • Create plans to maximize future career and giving impact.

  • Share faith and encouragement, “spurring one another on toward love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24-25).

Meet Caleb Watney, our keynote speaker

Fast facts about Caleb:

  • He founded the think tank, Institute for Progress

  • He’s based in Washington, D.C.

  • He and his wife attend RezChurch in Capitol Hill

Interested in learning more? Our director JD has a podcast with Caleb at the link below:

World-Class Speakers.

World-Changing Causes.

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Applications close May 14

Who’s eligible:

  • Anyone sincerely interested in EA (or Christianity).

Tickets:

  • Free tickets and basic travel support are available (thanks to generous donors)

  • Apply by May 14!

Getting there:

  • 📍 Addison Academic Center

    • 3630 Bishop Walker Cir, Alexandria, VA 22304

    • On campus of Virginia Theological Seminary

  • 🏛️ Proximity to D.C.

    • Just 7 miles from the White House

  • ✈️ 15 min from DCA airport

    • See here for flight and hotel tips, plus a hotel share document to help you save costs

What people are saying about past conferences

  • "Fantastic people, unique atmosphere, a lot of interesting insights!"

    Piotr

  • "Overall, 10/10 conference! I'd love to attend another in future!"

    Joy

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Last year’s talks

From Rory Stewart to dozens of others, every year we upload most speaker talks to youtube.

  • We recommend our 5-minute video, or this introduction.

  • Q1) When I click “apply now” on my phone, the page goes blank.

    Ans) The sign-up form can take up to 10 seconds to load. If that fails, please try it on a different browser.

  • Ans) There will be a basic online section for this year’s conference (like last year, some talks will be livestreamed). We think most of the value will come to those who attend in person.

  • Ans) No, we are an ecumenical Christian community comprised of many different Christian denominations and branches.

    We are also a 501(c)3 nonprofit.

    More about us here.

  • There’s an unofficial community form for that. See here.

  • We can provide $200 in travel and accommodation support for applicants who:

    1. are funding constrained

    2. would greatly benefit from attending.

    Please specify your need for accommodation support in your application.

  • Ans) Within 3 weeks of applying, we will reply with a form to register and receive your ticket.

  • Ans) Yes! While this event is aimed at Christians already involved in the EA movement, this event is open to anyone sincerely interested in Christianity or effective altruism.

Frequently asked questions