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Ayn Rands Fiktion war die wirksamste „Einstiegsdroge“ zur Freiheit, weshalb der Gründer des CATO Institute, Ed Crane, Rand als den „besten Rekrutierer aller Zeiten für die Freiheitsbewegung“ bezeichnete.
The Ayn Rand Center Europe has been a cornerstone of Objectivist education, with initiatives like the John Galt School and the New Intellectuals Conference, reaching thousands of participants. These programs have inspired individuals to think critically, act independently, and champion the values of liberty.
Building on this robust foundation, Atlas Society International is committed to broadening the impact of Objectivist ideas. Through innovative programs, engaging events, and thought-provoking content, we provide intellectual alternatives to dominant cultural narratives. By shifting these ideas into the Overton window of mainstream discourse, we aim to make them an influential force in shaping the future.
Our mission is guided by Ayn Rand’s vision of a new intellectual movement - one that fosters a world grounded in reason, individualism, and laissez-faire capitalism. Atlas Society International empowers the next generation of thinkers and leaders to drive this revolution in ideas, paving the way for a freer, more rational society.
Die Atlas Society wurde 1990 von David Kelley als The Institute for Objectivist Studies gegründet. In seiner Stellungnahme zur Gründung des Instituts (inzwischen veröffentlicht in The Contested Legacy of Ayn Rand) rief David Kelley zu einer offenen, intellektuell toleranten objektivistischen Bewegung auf, die sich durch ein wohlwollendes und rationales Lebensgefühl auszeichnet. Heute steht die Atlas Society im Mittelpunkt dieses Zweigs der Bewegung. Nicht alle Objektivisten und Bewunderer von Ayn Rand waren mit Dr. Kelleys Vision einverstanden, und die objektivistische Bewegung ist nach wie vor durch intensive und oft persönliche Differenzen und Debatten gegen sich selbst gespalten. In diesem Abschnitt unserer Website stellen wir Ressourcen zur Verfügung, die den offenen, wohlwollenden Umgang mit Objektivismus erläutern und Antworten auf Kritik an unserem Programm und unserer Arbeit geben.
The program’s journey began in 2015 in Belgrade, Serbia, as a small, local initiative. What started as a modest project has grown into a global phenomenon, with the school delivered 104 times across more than 50 countries. To date, over 2,000 participants have experienced its impact. Many alumni have taken these lessons further, themselves now teaching Objectivism at John Galt Schools and other educational programs, and becoming active advocates of the philosophy that first inspired them.
Each school is designed to create a focused and engaging atmosphere, with approximately 25 participants carefully chosen through a competitive selection process. By partnering with trusted local organizations, the program brings its transformative approach to societies around the world, adapting to meet the unique needs of each market.
The John Galt School is more than an educational program, it’s a place where ideas ignite action. Whether it’s helping participants clarify their goals, reshape their thinking, or take bold steps toward a freer, more purposeful life, the school empowers individuals to make lasting changes - in their own lives and in the world they’re building.
The New Intellectuals Conference (NICON) is our annual event in Europe that strengthens the John Galt School alumni network and fosters the growth of the global Objectivist community. By bringing together students, lecturers, and advocates of Ayn Rand’s philosophy, NICON serves as a hub for intellectual exchange, collaboration, and inspiration.
The conference takes its name from Ayn Rand’s For the New Intellectual, where she calls for a new generation of thinkers to challenge the destructive ideologies that dominate culture. Rand argued that intellectuals shape society through their ideas and urged the emergence of leaders who uphold reason, individual rights, and laissez-faire capitalism. NICON advances this vision by providing a platform for future thought leaders to connect, share their insights, and contribute to a culture rooted in human flourishing.
Since its launch in 2022, the New Intellectuals Conference has been hosted in Prague, Belgrade, and Budapest, attracting 320 participants from around the world. These gatherings combine thought-provoking lectures, engaging discussions, and networking opportunities, empowering attendees to deepen their understanding of Objectivism and strengthen their role within the movement.
Through NICON, the ideas of Objectivism gain momentum as participants exchange perspectives, forge meaningful connections, and work toward building a freer and more rational world. This annual event ensures the long-term sustainability and impact of the John Galt School alumni network while cultivating the intellectual foundation necessary for future cultural and societal transformation.
Objectiversity is an e-learning platform designed to become the largest Objectivist social network in the world. It brings together Objectivist thinkers, John Galt School alumni, partners, and leaders of freedom-oriented organizations in a single, vibrant online space.
The platform serves dual purposes: advancing the teaching of Objectivism and fostering meaningful connections within the global Objectivist community. It also serves as an essential management tool for the John Galt School, enabling us to expand our reach and make programs accessible in previously underserved regions, including Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
Objectiversity offers both educational and social opportunities to its users. Key features include online courses, community forum for interaction and idea exchange, an expanding online library of Objectivist resources, and direct messaging.
As it grows, Objectiversity aims to be more than an online platform - it strives to be the cornerstone of a thriving, global Objectivist movement.
