What are the most pressing world problems? Frequently asked questions.

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Outline:

(00:32) What are these lists based on?

(03:11) Why did you make this page?

(04:27) Why don't you list more familiar global issues?

(06:08) Isn't it inappropriate to rank different issues?

(07:25) Should I just take your word for it that these are the most pressing problems in the world?

(08:16) How do you think your list is most likely to be wrong?

(10:18) Why do you have a list if you don't think it's right?

(11:45) Do you think everyone should work on your top list of world problems?

(14:10) I want to help tackle one of these global issues. What should I do?

(16:11) I'm not motivated to work on any of these issues. What should I do?

(17:25) My values are pretty different — how can I figure out my own list of world problems?

(19:46) How do I figure out which world problem is the best fit for me to work on?

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First published:
August 15th, 2018

Source:
https://80000hours.org/problem-profiles