Overview
The Center for Applied Rationality (CFAR) is a non-profit organization founded in 2012 by Anna Salamon, Michael Smith, and others, with the goal of improving human rationality and decision-making. CFAR offers workshops, online courses, and other resources to help individuals develop critical thinking skills, overcome cognitive biases, and make better decisions. With a vibe rating of 8, CFAR has gained a significant following among rationalists, skeptics, and intellectuals. The organization has been influenced by the work of Eliezer Yudkowsky, a prominent figure in the rationalist community, and has connections to other organizations such as the Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI). CFAR's work has been widely reported and debated, with some critics arguing that its approach is too focused on individual rationality, while others see it as a valuable resource for improving human decision-making. As of 2022, CFAR continues to evolve and expand its offerings, with a growing community of practitioners and a increasing influence on the broader rationalist movement.
Key Facts
- Year
- 2012
- Origin
- Berkeley, California, USA
- Category
- Education, Critical Thinking
- Type
- Non-Profit Organization