Today’s Meaning Crisis—and What Leaders Can Do About It ft. Arthur Brooks & Anthony Foxx

JFK Jr. Forum, Institute of Politics
Harvard Kennedy School
79 John F. Kennedy St.
Cambridge
Mon., Sep. 14, 2026, 6 – 7 p.m.



Millions today describe a growing sense of emptiness; in short, a lack of meaning. And there’s a reason: Rapid cultural, economic, and technological changes have rewired our brains, which has rendered the why of life—its coherence, purpose, and significance—out of reach. In conversation with Anthony Foxx, Director of the Center for Public Leadership, Arthur Brooks will discuss how to push back against these changes and find personal meaning that contributes to a fulfilling life and greater capacity for leadership and service.

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Gazette Classification: Education, Social Sciences, Special Events
Organization/Sponsor: Institute of Politics at Harvard Kennedy School; Center for Public Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School
Speaker(s): Arthur Brooks , Hauser Leader, Center for Public Leadership; Senior Fellow, Harvard Business School, Anthony Foxx (Moderator), Director, Center for Public Leadership
Cost: Free
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Contact Info: [email protected]
Harvard Key Required: No
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