Foundations of Morality Workshop

The aim of the workshop is to further our understanding of foundational questions about morality. We are open to perspectives from both metaethics and normative ethics, addressing questions such as: What distinguishes moral demands from mere normative expectations—for example, do they relate differently to reactive attitudes such as blame? Can conclusions about moral demands be established from premises that don’t rely on any first-order moral claims? Is the metaphysics or epistemology of reasons for action relevant to the nature of moral demands, and how? What is or are the main functions of morality?

The event is open to everyone. But please let Joseph Bowen know by June 1st for catering purposes. 

Tuesday 10th June

1.45-2. Welcome

2.00-3.30. Jozefien Gielen (KU Leuven)

3.45-5.15. Julia Driver (University of Texas - Austin/St Andrews)

7 - ‘til. Dinner  TBC

Wednesday 11th June

9.40-11.10 Fabienne Peter (University of Warwick)

11.10-11.30. Coffee

11.30-1. Meradjuddin Khan Oidermaa (Stockholm University)

1-2. Lunch

2-3.30. Samuel Dishaw (Université Catholique de Louvain)

3.30-3.45. Coffee

3.45-5.15. Michael Smith (Princeton University)