March 2017: Berkeley Existential Risk Initiative (BERI)

Abstract

The Berkeley Existential Risk Initiative (BERI) was established as a non-profit organization to support researchers working on existential risk issues. It provides various forms of support, including administrative assistance, expert consultations, and technical support. BERI is independent of any university, allowing it to work with multiple organizations and operate more swiftly and efficiently than would be possible within a university context. The initiative was initially funded by the Long-Term Future Fund, the EA Giving Group, and personal donations, totaling $14,838. – AI-generated abstract.