Agora – The Nature of Care

The concept of care or helping is as old as humanity itself and is a central element of our existence. It is a multidimensional and complex phenomenon that goes beyond empathetic and responsible individual actions aimed at meeting physical needs. Care is not merely an active act of helping; it is an integral part of interpersonal relationships, holding communal, societal, and political roles intertwined with moral, psychological, and economic issues.

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The nature of care can be examined from multiple perspectives (philosophical, sociological, psychological), taking into account individual, societal, and cultural contexts.

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The ethics of care is an ethical theory that emphasizes the importance of personal relationships, empathy, care, and responsibility toward others in moral decision-making.

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Reflecting on care raises questions such as: What do we owe to others? What does it mean to be a good parent, partner, or person? It considers what it means to care for another and how this care connects with a person’s ability to improve themselves. What is the relationship between care and justice? How can care be seen as a political concept?

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At the next Agora, held on November 25 at 6:30 PM at Klara i Rosa, we will delve deeper into and discuss the role of care in shaping individuals and society.

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The discussion will be led by Bea Sárcsevity Hajdú, a social policy expert.