CENTER FOR CRITICAL THINKING, INC.
NAPLES, FLORIDA

Center for Critical Thinking, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded on July 13, 2009, dedicated to fostering critical thinking through discussion and debate within the community of Naples, Florida. For over a decade, it has served as an inclusive forum where diverse individuals—ranging from full-time residents and snowbirds to US citizens and foreign passport holders—come together to engage with important societal matters. With a mission inspired by Bernard L Turner's vision of understanding and impacting societal issues through critical thinking, the Center organizes open-minded discussions on various philosophical and social topics. These forums are guided by moderators who provide context and encourage participants to share their thoughts thoughtfully while maintaining respect for all voices in attendance. In 2016 alone, approximately 50 such events were conducted across different settings within Naples. The organization plays a vital role in enhancing the practice of critical thinking among community members and emphasizes that their discussions are open to anyone interested in intellectually engaging with significant issues. Positioned at 801 Anchor Rode Dr., Naples, FL, Center for Critical Thinking is registered under Florida state law as an N09000006808 DOS entity (DOMNP Company Type) and remains active, having been reinstated on July 9, 2014. Under the leadership of its officers and directors, including Vice President Ron Mutchnik and Secretary Diane Rhodes, Center for Critical Thinking continues to thrive beyond a mere annual report cycle, with its last updated in April 2024. For further information or participation, their website is centerforcriticalthinking.com.