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The Schweitzer Institute: An Introduction (4 mins)

Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) was a remarkable polymath who embodied the roles of philosopher, theologian, musician, physician, and humanitarian. As both an idealist and an activist, Schweitzer presciently addressed many of society's pressing issues, including post-industrial alienation and environmental degradation.


Central to Schweitzer's philosophy was the concept of "reverence for life", which he proposed as a pathway to restore civilisation. His commitment to actualising these ideals through his medical mission in Lambaréné, Gabon, made him an inspiring figure in the post-World War II era.


The Schweitzer Institute for Environmental Ethics, inspired by this visionary thinker, examines the interplay between ecological values, such as sustainability, and humanity's impact on nature. Our mission is to align Schweitzer's philosophy of reverence for life with modern environmental ethics, and disseminate it to a wide audience.


To achieve these goals, we:

- Organise academic conferences

- Publish a peer-reviewed journal

- Fund a Research Fellowship

- Collaborate with like-minded organisations to advance a philosophy of reverence for life.

To learn more about the principles that underpin our organisation's values and guide our work, follow this link:

Principles

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