Event presented by the Fellows’ Group of the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne

Social Trust is an important glue binding societies together.  For just one example, countries with high trust levels had significantly better results in tackling Covid.  And trust has also been a powerful driver of economic development.  But there is another side – high levels of trust also create opportunities for the shyster, those benefiting from spreading mistrust.

In this wide-ranging talk, Tony Ward discusses the nature of social trust.  He also argues that some, especially economic, developments are now working to diminish trust.

Speaker: Tony Ward

Tony has been an Honorary Fellow in History at the University of Melbourne since 2011, writing two books and numerous well-received articles, both in journals and on The Conversation website.  He has had a varied work career, in academia, public service, and running a private consultancy firm.  Tony has a Ph.D in economic history from Monash.

SHAPS History Fellows’ Group

This presentation is part of the monthly seminar series organised by the Fellows’ Group of the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne.  There is a $10 charge for attendance, which includes refreshments.  Any surpluses contribute to a Prize Fund which supports an annual prize for history students.

Please note that, on booking, you will automatically be sent a confirmation email – please check your Junk or Spam mail folder if it is not immediately apparent in your in-box. Zoom log-in details will be sent to those attending via Zoom just 24 hours before the event.

Refreshments are served from 5:30pm with the lecture and Zoom event due to start at 6pm.