An event committed to a more altruistic world
For the past three years, Karuna-Shechen has organized the Altruistic Encounters, an event featuring special moments where reflection blends with action, ideas come to life, and altruistic aspirations are realized. Through panel discussions, meditations, and workshops led by committed personalities, this event invites everyone to collectively draw inspiration, engage in enriching exchanges, and discuss themes related to altruism.
Be inspired
The panel discussions we offer during these days aim to provide a fresh perspective on the world, free from prejudice, in order to raise awareness about the beings and environment around us.
Practice
The days are marked by meditation sessions, providing everyone with the opportunity to refocus and cultivate an altruistic mindset. These mindfulness moments, suitable for all ages and levels, help develop our ability to be present and compassionate towards ourselves and others.
Get involved
This event is also an invitation to take action by participating in workshops, meeting various organizations, and listening to committed personalities share their experiences and ideas. You will leave with the motivation and desire to act together, starting with the smallest step possible.
Draw inspiration from the panel discussions
2024 Edition
2023 Edition
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Inspiring personalities
At the Altruistic Encounters, dedicated speakers such as Matthieu Ricard come to share their inspiring vision and valuable contributions to a more altruistic world. From Flore Vasseur to Christophe André and Ilios Kotsou, each encounter is an opportunity to explore new perspectives and enrich ourselves with their experiences. Whether through panel discussions, workshops, or meditations, we cultivate kindness and solidarity together.
Matthieu Ricard
Buddhist monk, author, Founder of Karuna-Shechen
Flore Vasseur
Director of the documentary BIGGER THAN US
Ilios Kotsou
Professor, author, social activist, and speaker
Christophe André
Psychotherapist, psychiatrist, and writer
Magali Payen
Founder of OnEstPrêt and Imagine 2050
Caroline Lesire
Meditator-activist, author, and speaker
Highlights from Previous Editions
2024 Edition
At the third edition of the Altruistic Encounters, we explored altruism on all levels. The first day was dedicated to local altruism, focusing on everyone we interact with daily. The second day expanded our understanding of our interdependence, broadening altruism to a global scale, encompassing the entire world and all beings.
2023 Edition
At the second edition, we delved into a profound and engaged dialogue about our interconnectedness with all sentient beings. This day represented a true collective exploration to reinvent our relationship with the living world.
2021 Edition
The first edition of the Altruistic Encounters took place in 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was held entirely online. Throughout the day, workshops and conferences focused on the theme of kindness towards oneself and others were conducted. Matthieu Ricard, Ilios Kotsou, Rebecca Shankland, Jacques Lecomte, and Alexis Desouches participated in this edition.