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“In order to build a better world, to move towards an ideal of peace, we know that we must adopt a philosophical approach – namely, we must question the flaws of our world, beyond the tumult of crises. Philosophy is therefore essential when it comes to defining the ethical principles that should guide humanity (...).” Audrey Azoulay, UNESCO Director-General
Today is UNESCO’s World Philosophy Day, so to celebrate the day we interviewed French philosopher Gabrielle Halpern on her latest book, Penser l’hospitalité
The Role of Philosophers in Society
Interview with French Philosopher Gabrielle Halpern
On Hospitality
I heard about Gabrielle Halpern when she was presenting at a conference in Paris last year, and was intrigued by her concept of hybridisation, the idea that seemingly disparate ideas, places, or sectors can co-exist, come together and offer a new dimension to a place or a person.
A couple of years ago she teamed-up with the French presidential palace …
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