Rupture anthropologique et éthique

Presentation of the session

This third session in the series "Rupture. Vivons-nous une époque de ruptures, et lesquelles ?" will address rupture in the ethical and bioethical sphere, the clash of personal convictions that it provokes, and the possible instrumentalisation of rupture in the name of an idealised humanism.

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Presentation of the series

We repeatedly hear that "we are living in an era of rupture(s)’ or that ‘we are living in an era of transition", expressions that tend to replace what was still prevalent two or three years ago. However, these two movements are simultaneously visible: they complement each other and sometimes clash.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, on the steps of Matignon, declared on 10 September: "We will need ruptures, and not just in form, and not just in method. Ruptures in substance as well." For his part, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, at the Davos Forum, began his speech with: "We are in the midst of a break, not a transition."

We can see that the concept of rupture, perceived by peoples and leaders as hope, threat or vertigo, deeply influences thinking about our era. Christian Salmon, writer and researcher, even describes it as a ‘true anthropological rupture’. Indeed, the reversal of values and the distortion of reality extend this anthropological rupture to many areas of our lives, both public and private.

Organised by Bettina Laville, President of the Paris IAS and Honorary State Councillor, this series of meetings consists of four sessions devoted to the analysis of contemporary transformations. It explores the notions of rupture and transition, perceived as both hopes, threats and vertigo, and their impact on values, society and everyday life. The discussions will draw on intellectual, political and anthropological perspectives to understand the profound dynamics that shape our era.

Practical details

Sessions will be held in person only at the Institute for Advanced Study in Paris (Paris IAS, Gardes Room - 1st floor, Hôtel de Lauzun 17 quai d'Anjou, 75004 Paris).
Registration is required (see registration form below).

For more information, please contact information@paris-iea.fr

Due to its classification as a historic building and current regulations, smoking is prohibited (inside and in the courtyard), as is eating and drinking in the conference room and wearing high heels.