EA Barcelona is currently being organised by Melanie Brennan and Anthony Lara. Feel free to write to us directly at: effectivealtruismbarcelona@gmail.com. We're happy to answer emails in English, Spanish and Catalan!
And if you'd like to learn more about how you can get involved with EA Barcelona, please read our onboarding guide below.
EA Barcelona Onboarding Guide
Last updated February 2026.
Effective Altruism (EA) is a research field and a global community that aims to find the best ways to help others and put them into practice. Effective Altruism Barcelona is the local chapter dedicated to exploring how we can make the greatest positive impact in the world from Barcelona. Our mission is to foster collaboration, innovation, and thoughtful discussion around some of the most pressing global challenges.
Whether you’re new to effective altruism or already familiar with its principles, we’re here to help you learn, connect, and take action.
At EA Barcelona, we focus on high-impact, evidence-based approaches to making the world a better place. Our community is centered on learning, discussion, and action that align with the principles of Effective Altruism - using reason and evidence to identify the most effective ways to tackle global challenges.
What we do:
Host events, discussions, and workshops on topics like global health, AI safety, animal welfare, and effective giving.
Connect members with resources and networking opportunities to maximize their impact.
Help people explore high-impact career paths through networking and mentorship.
Build a supportive community of like-minded individuals passionate about doing good effectively.
What we don’t do:
We don’t function as a general social impact community, though we can provide guidance on high-impact career opportunities within EA-aligned fields.
We don’t currently focus on local direct aid efforts (e.g., food drives in Barcelona), as our work is guided by cost-effective evidence-based approaches with a strong track record, such as global health interventions in low-income countries. That said, we do explore locally relevant, high-impact cause areas, such as factory farming in Spain.
So if you’re interested in learning how to maximize your positive impact - whether through your career, donations, or advocacy - we’d love to have you involved!
We’re excited to help you get started with EA Barcelona! Depending on your familiarity with effective altruism, here are a few ways to begin:
1. Learn about effective altruism
If you’re new to EA, we recommend starting with these resources:
Explore the videos, podcasts and other links listed here.
You can also sign up for an Introductory Fellowship delivered online by The Centre for Effective Altruism.
2. Attend an event
Our events are a great way to meet other members and learn more about effective altruism. We usually host around 2-3 events in Barcelona every month. These often include:
Coworking sessions
Social gatherings
Deep-dive discussions
Book clubs
Expert talks
Make sure to check out our Luma calendar for upcoming events, and please review our Code of Conduct before attending to ensure a respectful and inclusive experience for everyone.
3. Join our Whatsapp community
If you’re interested in going a bit deeper, you’re welcome to join our Whatsapp community to stay more connected and engage with other members.
Please take a minute to review our Whatsapp Community Guidelines - the joining link is inside this document.
4. Book a one-on-one intro meeting (optional)
You might like to meet with a more experienced community member to discuss your interests, goals, and how we might be able to help you. Send us a quick email and we’ll get back to you soon.
3. Follow our social platforms
If you’re not ready to join our Whatsapp community, you can also stay informed by checking our other platforms for information on upcoming events:
Regardless of how actively you wish to participate, as part of EA Barcelona you’ll have the opportunity to:
Connect with others who are passionate about making an impact
Attend interesting events about a range of different cause areas
Participate in thoughtful discussions about global challenges
Contribute your ideas and skills to meaningful projects
It’s perfectly okay to take things at your own pace. Remember, we are here to support you!
We’re thrilled to have you be a part of the EA Barcelona community. Whether you’re here to learn, connect, or take action, this community is what we make of it together.
If you have any questions or need support as you get started, don’t hesitate to reach out at effectivealtruismbarcelona@gmail.com.
Let’s work together to create a better world! 🌍
