MacAskill, William

William MacAskill is a philosopher and ethicist known for his work on effective altruism, a movement that encourages individuals to use their resources to make the greatest positive impact in the world. He is a professor at the University of Oxford and co-founded organizations like Giving What We Can and 80,000 Hours. His writings, including the book *Doing Good Better*, advocate for carefully analyzing actions to maximize their benefits, emphasizing that even small efforts can significantly improve lives if directed wisely. MacAskill's work focuses on rational, evidence-based approaches to addressing global issues and moral decision-making.