Welcome to the Centre for Public Philosophy
The Monash University Centre for Public Philosophy was established to promote research and debate about ideas and values of importance to our community.
We believe that a healthy society is one in which there are real opportunities for reflection and rational discussion. In an increasingly and demanding world the Centre for Public Philosophy seeks to provide these opportunities to everyone. The Centre offers workshops and forums designed for members of the professions, school students, and the general public.
The Centre for Public Philosophy is a part of the Monash University School of Philosophy and Bioethics, consistently ranked first in its field in Victoria. The Centre offers programs, workshops, forums and seminars designed for members of the professions, school students and the general public.
The purpose of the Centre is three-fold:
- to conduct high quality research into philosophical issues of importance to the public and the professions;
- to disseminate, discuss and debate that research in an accessible manner with groups outside the university community; and
- to provide the conditions and support for the clear, focused examination of ideas and values.