The Atlas Society does a fantastic job of simplifying the Objectivism ideology in a pocket handbook format. Students in Ghana can now be educated and comprehend objectivism thanks to their sponsorship.
I've had the privilege of following this incredible team's work for years, and I was finally able to attend their annual conference in person this summer. Their passion and expertise are truly inspiring. I highly recommend getting involved in their projects and programs. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow.
Consistently promotes Objectivism to a wide audience. I particularly like their innovative projects to try to reach people unfamiliar with Ayn Rand's ideas.
The Atlas Society is focused on teaching Objectivism, the philosophy of Ayn Rand. It does an outstanding job! All those involved in the Atlas Society should be proud of the work they do.
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They are successful at appealing to the young who are new to the ideas in a non-academic, creative, down to earth way:
KISS - Keep It Simple, Scholars!
They also create in multiple languages - thus a huge potential global audience:
KIMG - Keep It Multilingual and Global!
The Atlas Society is an incredible organization built on the solid foundation of objectivism, celebrating the power of the mind, individual freedom, and rational self-interest. I've had the pleasure of being involved with this group and can attest to its unwavering commitment to promoting these principles. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and it fosters a strong sense of community for those passionate about personal freedom and the pursuit of knowledge.
The events hosted by the Atlas Society are consistently top-notch, featuring engaging speakers who delve into important issues surrounding philosophy, economics, and individual rights. Whether you're new to objectivism or deeply familiar with it, you'll find a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment here.
This organization truly empowers individuals to think critically, live authentically, and champion the values of freedom and personal responsibility. I can't recommend the Atlas Society enough for anyone interested in exploring these life-changing ideas!
The Atlas Society is a high level organization with excellent leadership that educates all ages about Ayn Rand and objectivists philosophy. I really enjoy their education materials with my favorite being, The Atlas Society Asks series, and the excellent interviews conducted week in week out.
I had the opportunity to attend the 2023 '007 James Bond' Atlas Society's Gala in Florida. It was a great meeting in that I met and 'Bonded' with like-minded Objectivists'. People with different backgrounds and like experiences came together to learn and celebrate Ayn Rands writings and philosophy. I have a History & Political Science degree that is rejuvenated when I read Rands' one liners like "Socialism=Suicide" or "Communism=Murder". Historically speaking these are true, not opinion. These facts (obviously many, many other thoughts....) need to be passed onto future generations. The Atlas Societies outreach not only in the United States but many other countries, is changing human beings' perception of their world view- for the better!
Great source of objectivist philosophy, perspectives on current events and leadership for the future. Their educational vids are highly entertaining and informative. I’ve been an Atlas fan for years and will stay with them!
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I appreciate the openness to ideas. I appreciate it Nathanial Branden was part of the organization. I like that you focus on teaching young people,
Received an email for Atlas Society about a year ago, beyond happy to learn of their organization and efforts. Objectivism, Rand's writings are critical for anyone interested in maintaining their personal and naturally, country's freedom.
Others have mentioned, and is true, any exchange with AS feels like saying hello to your neighbor.
Their work is of utmost importance and am so thankful for the work they are doing with today's students as the study of Capitalism, individual rights these days, has to be implemented upon one's on own volition, not going to found on the syllabus.
Thank you, Atlas Society !
Leadership is excellent, and the mission is well-defined and implemented.
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I can't say enough about the work this NPO is doing in the name of objectivism. Rand's philosophies are alive and well, indeed, thanks in large part to this group.
This group is remarkable in their ability to take the philosophy of one the most absolute of all philosophers and present it in a way that engages everyone regardless of their personal beliefs. They are creating voluntary converts as opposed to automaton disciples. Best organization around doing what they are doing. Masters of inclusion and constructive engagement.
I have been a follower since the late 60's. When I received an email about the Society I was so happy and jumped for joy . I joined immediately. I have seen a lot in the last 50 years and how close we came a few times . I think this should be a mandatory part of our education. Especially now. We find ourselves on the very edge of mediocracy.
This organization has promoted the most important ideas of our time, the philosophical ideas of Objectivism, with integrity and zeal, for decades. If you value rationality, achievement, freedom, happiness, TAS will help you gain your values.
The Atlas Society easily exceeds expectations when it comes to the responsibilities of a non-profit think-tank. The team is fervently passionate about their work, and their desire to touch and change individual lives is apparent. I can wholeheartedly credit The Atlas Society with playing a significant role in my success in my personal life and in business. I cannot think of an organization more worthy of support and encouragement than The Atlas Society.
The Atlas Society has done an amazing job fulfilling its mission of introducing Objectivism to young people in fun, creative ways, both virtually and in live events. I look forward to their future endeavors!
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Unlike the typical "think tank" that publishes white papers, the Atlas Society makes Objectivism approachable through a variety of approaches, including brief videos, graphic novels, and pocket guides. I particularly like the Atlas Society Asks series, which features in-depth interviews with intellectuals in many fields. The first one I heard was Jennifer Grossman's interview with Jeffrey Tucker, which provided a ray of hope early in the pandemic. I've been watching them ever since.
The world is going through a period of moral crisis. A spectrum of collectivist ideologies assert moral supremacy over individualism. Every person needs a moral code because life requires choices and those choices, if they are not to be a random collection of actions, require a code of values. Any Rand’s development of an ethics based on man’s nature and the use of reason as the fundamental tool for advancing his life was a revolutionary insight. My discovery of Rand’s ideas in her heroic vision of man’s potential in her novels and in her non-fiction writing when I was in college in the 1960’s had a huge positive impact on my life. By promoting the philosophy of reason, individualism, achievement, and freedom originated by Ayn Rand, the Atlas Society provides an essential moral foundation for the wide range of organizations involved in the growing freedom movement. Since becoming the CEO in 2016, Jennifer Grossman has taken full advantage of the communication revolution enabled by the growth of the Internet. Although not a large organization, TAS is having an outsize impact in reaching out to young people through the creative use of a wide range platforms that include animated videos, graphic novels, social media, and both virtual and live events.
I became associated with The Atlas Society through the back door. I can't remember how I discovered them. But I have found a plethora of most erudite activity than I can handle. They keep me advised. They keep me informed. Always much more than I can assimilate. This is true because I am an atypical slow-motion cowboy. Something is always going on. There are galas, guest speakers, and I don't what all carrying on. They have taught me to express myself like this and to participate in ways I've never imagined. I just don't know how to use all the time they give me but I'm trying to keep making a concerted effort. These folks are proactive and definitely on to something big.
Hi,
my name is Al Mohammad and a few years back I began to read into objectivism. I was fascinated by the synergy in all its main components starting from its metaphysics of existence exists followed by its epistemology of consciousness proceeds existence and lastly with its ethics of moral egoism or selfish morality.
Since man’s life is that of self sustaining and self generated being, this presumes life as the highest of values induced from observing man’s nature or existence essentially as a material being with an emergent process also known as mind which is conceptual for the reasoning faculty of identification and integration of material through the senses integrating it through the brain and forming concepts through unit economy which is basically a referent of two or more similar referents possessing similar characteristics with their measurements omitted.
Since man exists independently as a self sustaining self generated being then he/she solely is responsible and is the sole proprietor of his mind and body which naturally leads one to a morality or core values which aid in making decisions for optimal survival and not mere primitive survival since man’s survival is not merely instinctual or emotionally based but is a higher form of complex identification and integration of long term thinking or inductive reasoning where intelligence lies in details or as much inputs as one can gather to formulate better decisions for a better well being or flourishing.
Capitalism is the system or politico economic philosophy best adopted for this optimal survival chosen out of the free will of man since he is the sole owner of his mind and body.
This leads to art and beauty in pursuit of happiness by concretising those abstracts or concepts through symmetry or harmony with the facts and depiction and understanding of how things function or operate. Art and beauty as representative of ideas or concepts in concrete form such as novels, music, poetry and dancing enhancing and integrates the mind as a process of senses and brain interaction in establishing knowledge with the optimal bodily function of carrying out such processes in form and action. Even sexual activity becomes a depiction of beauty and art as one seeks to figure the best partner for their optimal survival and enhanced mental being.
Finally, I truly seek to thank all those who support objectivism as a philosophy as they contribute towards what Aristotle terms as symmetry or balance with the facts of existence hence living in line with the law of identity with causality as its corollary since nothing in existence behaves outside its make up or being!
The Atlas Society does an amazing job of educating people on a variety of essential topics. And they do it in
a highly effective way by utilizing the appropriate medium for each subject. A partial list of the subjects I
have seen them (excellently and entertainingly) address: philosophy, psychology, economics, politics, with many subheads under each. They punch far above their weight. It has been a pleasure to engage with them. I do so often.
I've supported The Atlas Society since I met David Kelley over a decade ago. His direct thoughts and willingness to share impressed me enough to make my first donation. Since then I've continued to support them financially and enjoyed their various webinars, books and particularly the Draw my life series - (www.atlassociety.org/video-series/draw-my-life). I have particularly been impressed with the folks I've interacted with - CEO Jennifer Grossman and Development director Ana Freund. They have demonstrated their commitment to both the mission and supporters, while encouraging folks to enjoy the journey of life.
If you want to learn more about objectivism, this is the group to follow. If you want to help it spread, this is the group to support.
I’m very happy to have found this organization. It’s dedication to truth, logic, reason, & individual empowerment as a way forward inspires hope & fuels ambition. This is a powerful message that can facilitate important systematic change like nothing else.
I first encountered the ideas espoused by "The Atlas Society" over 50 years ago and have watched those ideals struggle to gain a foot hold in modern society. I've seen other false starts wither and die because of drifting from the basic foundational idea, that is A is A. Reality is and wishing doesn't change it. Arguing doesn't change it. Force doesn't change it.
We humans will have to learn to accept reality and live our lives accordingly if we are ever to have a semblance of a happy life. The Atlas Society is trying to enlighten us as to what reality demands of us so we can enjoy what is. As far as I can tell this is the best at doing that - other organizations soon lose their way and drift into nonsense quibbling.
Because people are unique we will have different ideas of what makes us happy, but as long as we respect others rights to their own lives, that doesn't make one person wrong and another right, it just makes for variety. The Atlas Society exposes us to a lot of ideas that we can each take and make what we will of it.
The Atlas Society does a fantastic job of bringing the philosophy of Ayn Rand to young and old alike, with interviews, cartoons, zoom conversations, book summaries, graphic novels, scholarships, gala dinners, and a host of other creative ways to take complicated philosophical ideas and make the broad concepts easy to grasp. David Kelley founded the organization and he is quite brilliant and very personable. His successor, Jennifer Grossman, is also brilliant and personable and totally committed to taking advantage of social media and other advances in technology to reach as wide an audience as possible. Ana Freund is the Development Director, and she is both friendly and articulate, and a wonderful outside representative of the entire organization.
The world is crazy. Atlas helps keep me sane. It's good to know that I'm not alone. There are other people who think like me in the world.
Atlas Shrugged changed my perception of the world and myself. I no longer felt that pursuing my own happiness and goals were too selfish and unacceptable. We need the Atlas Society to continue exposing the younger generation to Ayn Rand's ideas. Especially the use of reason and individualism.
This nonprofit has been instrumental in educating people on a variety of topics but particularly those relating to objectivist philosophy and making sure that these marginalized voices are heard.
I like that the Atlas Society is probing new fields and getting new speakers who explore Objectivism in new ways. Bringing more people into the Objectivist movement is the goal of all Objectivist organizations. Each has a different focus and style. If Objectivism is to become mainstream, each of these organizations will play an important role.
The conference opened my eyes to the value of various Objectivist approaches. If you are interested in the philosophy of Ayn Rand, The Atlas Society is a significant asset to Objectivism.
The Atlas Society does great work promoting individual liberty against the statist intellectual establishment.
Atlas Shrugged changed my life several decades ago. In fact, I have 13 of Ayn Rand's books in my library. As a lifetime and Life Member Libertarian with a big L, It is appreciated that the Atlas Society has the mantle of Liberty. This is necessary now more than ever as we see nothing but corruption from politics about the planet. My book, The Humanitarian Code is based directly on Atlas Shrugged because of the wisdom of Ayn Rand. It is available in PDF at Thehumanitariancode.net. Thomsen
Atlas Society has been a primary source of information regarding a diverse variety of topics relating to society, economics, art, psychology/emotional, history and political, to name a few.
The written and spoken material is interesting and trustworthy based on resources and evidence. Their perspective is based on objectivity without any hidden agenda or political lean. I have never been disappointed when attending a webinar which I have recommended to friends and family at times. Thank you Atlas Society!
Back in 1986 (or so) I listened to a speech given by the leader of an objectivist organization at a Philadelphia university. He didn't like libertarians and wasn't receptive to proselytizing to them, even though they were the group most likely to be familiar with Ayn Rand's work and most receptive to her message. Seemed foolish and illogical to write them off, so I was no longer interested in that organization. Then David Kelley got excommunicated for the 'audience crime' (I've invented an Orwellian term) of speaking to libertarians (no doubt there were other issues I'm not aware of) and founded the Institute for Objectivist Studies (IOS), now The Atlas Society, to avoid such nonsense. I then joined IOS because I wanted to support objectivism with out the high school drama ("you can't talk to THEM"). I've been supporting the IOS/Atlas since the early 90s and have been happy with their operation.
With my "Who is John Gault?" ball cap I'm often greeted with either thumbs up or the question Who IS John Gault? MY response thank you and some conversation, for the questioner I try to discover if they actually
would like to know or meet John Gault. I usually have a couple of copies of AS and the Fountainhead with
me from used book sources. I have given away many copies of AS and a few of the Fountainhead to interested individuals. The Atlas Society is an excellent source to maintain contact with A R and her writing
along with others of a similar mindset. Their work in keeping the philosophy alive and introduced to younger individuals is an important activity for the youth and hopefully for the country. Good Works, keep it up. gws
The unflagging enthusiasm and creativity—and unflinching, unwavering integrity—with which The Atlas Society pursues its mission of spreading the ideas of reason, individualism, and liberty that safeguard each person’s possibility of living a happy, successful life are unparalleled and worthy of support.
I find it infinitely comforting that I am not alone in my quest to live in a rational world, in spite how difficult it is to find a reason for reason in the current global environment.
Great message that they like to get out to as many people in as many ways as possible, including your folks who might never have hear of Ayn Rand and Atlas Shrugged…very important
I've been impressed with the work of the Atlas Society over the past few years. Their annual reports are thorough and transparent, and show the wide range of initiatives they're pursuing with donor funds. Their scholars and fellows are producing original content, and their outreach at universities, colleges, and via online channels is impressive. What I personally like most is their investment in the creation of graphic novels, which really sets them apart from other organizations. I have no hesitation in continuing my modest level of support.
Every time I interact with The Atlas Society, I am treated like a life-long friend. The activities they lead, especially the ones for younger people, are of great worth. Their fund-raising approach is never to badger donors and they are always appreciative - regardless of the level of support given. The Atlas Society is a terrific, "inclusive" organization which does important, meaningful work. Marc Frank, Westminster, CO
I have always been intrigued and impacted by the insightful writings of Ayn Rand, and have therefore become a grateful and committed follower of her philosophy. The Atlas Society which actively promotes her beliefs to a broad global audience should definitely be strongly supported.
The Atlas Society’s mission is crucial for the future of humanity. Ideas have consequences. Atlas Society deserves full credit for their work.
I am a daily follower of and commenter on daily LinkedIn posts by The Atlas Society. JAG's videos and livestreams are great as well. Ana Freund is doing a great job as the Development Director too!
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TAS provides a forum where the most refined Objectivist intellectuals disseminate their tremendous scholarship to individuals who love Ayn Rand's philosophy. There are other organizations that make similar offerings but TAS is the gold standard in Objectivist education. TAS creates a friendly, nurturing environment where new students do not feel left out or put down. TAS offers a social experience for Objectivists where participants inspire each other to live and love the Objectivist lifestyle!
Amazing organization which promotes rights and values, and provides its members with constant feedback on the state of affairs and how their money is being used. Hands down the best nonprofit out there!
Every Wednesday afternoon I have the honor of joining others in listening to great speakers who enlighten us as to what is actually going on in the world. Since each guest is extremely well spoken and well versed on their particular topic, I come away feeling much better educated than I was an hour earlier. Due to these Atlas Society WEBINARS, Wednesdays have become my favorite day of the week!
The Atlas Society is a non-profit organization committed to spreading objectivism which is the philosophy of freedom, achievement and individualism developed by the late Ayn Rand.
I read her books, Atlas Shrugged and Fountainhead, as a very young man and because of her books, I became confident that to focus on myself to be an achiever was positive selfishness. That to achieve one's own chosen values was to "pursue happiness" in the best sense. Hence, no more guilt of being too self-centered.
The Atlas Society promotes and has expanded upon Ayn Rand's philosophy and ideals with professional philosophers, thinkers and writers as well as artists who illustrate Ayn Rand's characters in her books in a most creative way.
The Atlas Society's promotion of the individual is most sorely needed in this current age of anxiety and a tendency of young persons to see their lives as meaningless and without purpose. Personal achievement, as championed by the Atlas Society, is the panacea for this meaninglessness.
Long live the Atlas Society!
Kyle Ver Steeg, M.D.
Created multiple media venues for education. Currently several new events weekly & of course ability to "replay" previous events.
Topics include a wide variety on economic, political, & social issues. All within the context of rational thought (aka Objectivism)
I've been interested in philosophical subjects and their applications most of my life. What makes humans tick, how they form societies and define their communities, has fascinated me and made me think more deeply about the major issues of existence and its strange phenomenon, life, underpinned by my childhood experiences as a refugee and victim of WWII in Hungary.
When David Kelley founded The Atlas Society to study and apply Objectivist principles to individual values, I was much relieved that Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism, had found a living, "open" system to preserve its principles of individual freedom and rational values, rather than being reduced to a closed, cult-like creed.
Over the years, The Atlas Society attracted the brightest minds and most passionate intellects to carry forward ideas that advance individual human achievement in the areas of relationships, innovation, industry, arts and science, and the concepts of rights, justice, laws, and especially freedom in an environment of peace and productivity.
One individual in particular, Jennifer Grossman, came onboard to lend her talents and executive skills to the growth of The Atlas Society's impact on society at large, expanding its reach to younger generations and other countries, especially Latin America, translating Ayn Rand's writings into Spanish and Portuguese.
It did my heart good to see TAS's dedication to civilized values and individual happiness in a world of complex conflicts. Open Objectivism has the answers, the formulas for a world and social systems where the much-lauded and much-needed principles of equal rights can find full application. For philosophical types like me, ideas and principles are incredibly important, being the building blocks of communal living. I am happy to support The Atlas Society in all its innovative ways of showing those ideas, with their graphic novels, podcasts, "Draw My Life" videos, easy-to-read pocket guides, social-media discussion groups, and other creative ways to spread humanistic ideas and insights.
Imagine what a wonderful world we could have where every person is free to choose how to live their lives, without force and control, without fear and deception, solving any problems for mutual benefit by mutual consent, and where life, liberty, property are each person's inalienable rights in a peaceful world with no hatreds, no envy and no violence, and where any problems are solved by intelligent and voluntary collaboration, and where being different is OK (every human is, after all, a unique individual), and no one is harmed by either fellow humans or by government, which is not the ruler but the servant of the people. The Atlas Society is the conscience of being human, and as long as they defend those values, they will have my support.
Great exponent of individual responsibility and American opportunity. Atlas’s educational efforts are second to none!
The Atlas Society"s mission has been, since its founding, to promote the fundamentals of Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism. They include the classical liberalism of the United States founders, and the economics of capitalism.
The Objectivist Center exists to promote successful, thriving human beings, nothing less. I have been a member on and off for many years and am grateful that I can be in touch with philosophers, psychologists and historians directly through online meetings. TOC has maintained the highest standards of honest debate and rational analysis of current trends and traditional beliefs. If I am unable to come to a conclusion on my own, I can count on TOC to give me the facts and clear analysis to help me along. Thank You Sincerely
Wonderful, high-quality, rational, benevolent organization that promotes the pro-reason, pro-individualism philosophy of Objectivism. Not an evil, malicious, bizarre cult organization like their competitor, the Ayn Rand Institute. The Atlas Society is filled with smart and good people who are easy to talk to and fun to learn from.
I have supported and been involved with the organization since the 1990s. I have attended many weekly seminars and gala fundraisers over the years, and still do. I was even a speaker at two of the seminars. The Atlas Society is my “Save the World” organization, and, as such, is Number 1 on my charitable list of giving. Their approach is, in my opinion, the most important and effective way to promote open Objectivism, which in turn, is the only philosophical foundation that will create a viable and flourishing society world-wide. I like how it is run and how it is achieving its mission.
Through their wonderful speakers, workshop leaders, publications, and activities, I have had my thinking benevolently challenged and intellectual growth stimulated. I continue to learn more about Objectivism and its application not only to society as a whole but to my everyday life,
The organization is full of fun, interesting, dedicated, and smart people, and I continue to make lifelong friends with them.
A no-nonsense organization with books, articles, webinars, and Clubhouse hours. Discussions range from postmodernism to philosophers of centuries ago. My favorite book was
The Evidence of the Senses: A Realist Theory of Perception.
From Amazon: David Kelley argues that perception is the discrimination of objects as entities, that the awareness of these objects is direct, and that perception is a reliable foundation for empirical knowledge. His argument relies on the basic principle of the "primacy of existence," in opposition to Cartesian representationalism and Kantian idealism.
I remain impressed with the Atlas Society, whose courses and publications I've availed myself of since it was called the Institute for Objectivist Studies in the 1990s. The staff members are courteous and their offerings plentiful. The Society does an admirable job introducing the works of Ayn Rand and other Objectivist/libertarian/classical liberal thinkers and works to those unfamiliar with them, especially younger people.
In my experience, the presenters for the Atlas Society events are the kind of professors and scholars we all wish we had when we were still in college, including (but not limited to) Richard Salsman, Robert Tracinski, and David Kelly. The depth of knowledge they each possess and easily share have enhanced my life. I am grateful.
Like everyone I have a severely limited amount of time to luxuriate in listening to podcasts, zoom meetings and meeting sites which are purely for my fun and of intellectual interest to me. With a life long interest in philosophical and psychological ideas and issues I have been very selective with my subscriptions and investment of time in those.
This year I happened upon a real treasure, the The Atlas Society. Very much like an in-person philosophical salon, it is a virtual meeting place where either presenters of their ideas or moderaters for group dicussion gather. The thing is, the ideas presented are soooo potent it is as though we are together in someone's living room or small meeting room discovering new ideas sometimes, other times reviewing known concepts from a new perspective.
It is always extremely stimulating, primarily I think, because most of the participants are of a high intellectual caliber. Guests are invited from an international and national list of prominent thinkers and they deliver.
The organization was founded by a group of intellectuals with a shared interest in the philosophy of Objectivism as originated by philosopher/novelist Ayn Rand and objective philosophy in general. It is 'open source' in the sense that there is no concepts or takes on them that are out of bounds and all individuals regard each other with mutual respect. The only gold standard is the rule of reason and even the definition of that is open to contest.
If you are one who relishes mind stimulation I've just opened a gold mine's door for you.
Ayn Rand's philosophy for living on Earth (Objectivism) has inspired me because it teaches in part that focusing your mind and employing critical thinking skills to meet life's problems and challenges can materially improve your experiences and outcomes! We have a mind that can improve our lives if it is employed objectively and The Atlas Society provides a myriad of podcasts, books, and articles to help any person to successfully do so. If you want educate yourself and change the course of your life for the better, I recommend The Atlas Society!
I have long been a supporter of Atlas Shrugged and the Atlas Society. Atlas Shrugged has been my favorite book ever because of its principles, and since it is the second most sold book, it appears lots of people in the world agree. It would seem the world is recognizing that fact in reality as things are going crazy today. The Society helps people realize a life of principles is worth living, the alternative is servitude, living ones life for someone else.
Have been attending the annual Gala for three years now and really enjoy the people. To see the youth of this country so interested in objectivism and thinking for themselves is very hopeful!!
They are DEEPLY committed to their stated mission. Every action, every communication, speaks to this.
Their efficiency, and their reach, given the dollars they have to work with, is incredible!
Finally, it would be impossible to quantify the value they have brought to my own life. And I am seeing the positive effect they are having on others worldwide.
This organization creates and publishes amazing Draw My Life Videos which bring important messages to millions of people across the world.
Among other programs, The Atlas Society provides opportunities for thought leaders and scholars to share their unique perspectives with interested members of the public. These virtual meetings are quite interactive, offering myriad opportunities for participants to engage with speakers and with one another. I work for a leading public research university; perspectives shared in these virtual meetings are ones not likely to be shared sufficiently in academia. I do not agree with everything the speakers share, but I always learn something new, as well as feel inspired to think, to act, and to create. Hence, The Atlas Society brings really important perspectives to the marketplace of ideas; it does so courageously and in ways that respect true diversity of thought. Doing so is especially important at this time in our nation's / our world's history.
Great work by the Atlas Society. Always have wonderful sessions with proactive engagement of audience and members. Continually doing new work to spread their strong message around one of the most important topics, critical thinking.
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This is one of my favorite charities. The principles of The Atlas Society resonate strongly but their great work in promoting rational ideals is really outstanding. Changing the thinking of young people and ensuring independent thought is one of the most important challenges of our day and The Atlas Society excels at this. Change the root cause and you change the results. I have had the honor of hearing Ayn Rand speak in person and she would have been proud of this organization and its leadership
Tremendous action-oriented organization and staff especially Ana Freund. Getting us back to the fundamentals of freedom - personal and as a Nation
The Atlas Society has been fantastic with their mission, are great at communicating their upcoming events, Have been responsive to any questions I have had, and have also handled a simple problem I had with shipping of an item I bought. They care about their members ! and they have fully embraced their mission
This organization has, without a doubt, changed my life and the way that I approach my future. It connected me with others in the philosophical objectivist community, gave me hope for the future, and exposed me to a fantastic world of open discussion regarding philosophy, politics, economics, and humanity in general.
Atlas is a great source of information. It produces excellent videos and publications. The intellectual level is high. I have cited some of its publications in my own research.
The Atlas Society was instrumental in introducing me to the philosophy of Ayn Rand, Objectivism, and introduced me to other young people passionate about property rights, free markets, and individualism. Their weekly book groups were a highlight during the otherwise dreary and desolate opening months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, their gala provided the opportunity to engage with movers and shakers committed to defending political and personal freedoms and the economic system that is foundational to such liberty: capitalism. Here I am (leftmost person) at the Gala–thanks to the generosity of donors–with friends from the reading groups who I got to meet in real life!
Great job promoting ideas that are fundamental to the success of humanity. I am honored to be a part and will support many years of continued success.
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The leadership at The Atlas Society (aka The Objectivist Center) has accomplished so much with technology and social media to successfully bring together several diverse and vibrant demographics from around the world! I always look forward to their offerings, whether on zoom or in person, as I know I will be inspired by meeting people with very different experiential backgrounds whose beliefs and philosophies are integrated with those of Ayn Rand. From vibrant young adults, educators, and civic leaders to business titans (& small business owners like myself!), we can demonstrate IRL to others why Objectivism is an exemplary philosophy.
Had a great experience at last years Gala and met some free thinkers. People here do not rely on the media to feed them what they want people to think. Very refreshing actually. Can’t wait for the next Gala in November .
The Atlas Society with its strong intellectual and mass appeal artistic talents is highly effective at spreading the word about Ayn Rand's philosophy. Their books, videos, fireside chats and social media presence are appealing to thousands of young adults who would otherwise never learn about Any Rand and Objectivism. The fireside chats attract outstanding well-known speakers, such as Arthur Laffer and Steve Forbes. The Atlas Society is making an impact on how free our country will be under the next generation of young people.
I love this organization. Not only do folks at The Atlas Society promote ideas that clearly help me in my life; they also articulate the ideas in creative, fun ways. I appreciate the open approach that TAS takes to discussion. Their "The Atlas Society Asks" videos, for instance, ask thought-provoking questions of leaders in diverse fields, and the interviewers accept and follow up on whatever answers are given. That type of product is only a sample of the output that TAS produces. I always look forward to their creations. One more thing, TAS is great at fostering a sense of community among prospects, members, and donors. As a donor, I am grateful to receive so much more than I give to The Atlas Society.
TAS is a leader in promoting the Objectivist philosophy of Ayn Rand. TAS, and Ayn Rand's fiction and non-fiction work directly changed the course of the rest of my life. TAS promotes her teachings through on-line collaboration, outreach to the part of the younger generation anxious to learn and understand. TAS also promotes the message of excellence and reason through the "draw my life" series that addresses the challenges of our time. TAS is the down-to-earth promoter of Objectivism.
I was absolutely thrilled when I first heard about the Atlas Society, but I was a little skeptical as I had not come across many objectivists in my time spent in Washington DC. The more I got involved with the programs that were offered ranging from book clubs to intellectual discussions, the more I was convinced that the ideas being promoted by the Atlas Society aligned directly with my vision of life and of reality. I look forward to seeing this organization grow and I am willing to offer my help in any way possible.