Josh Good

Josh Good is the Director of the Religion & Society Program at The Aspen Institute. In this role, he oversees initiatives aimed at exploring and promoting religious pluralism in society.13

Professional Background

Josh Good joined the Aspen Institute in June 2024, when he transitioned from his previous position as the director of the Faith Angle Forum at the Ethics and Public Policy Center.2 At the Aspen Institute, he leads efforts to strengthen reporting and commentary on religion, religious believers, and their impact on politics and public life.23

Program Focus

Under Good's leadership, the Religion & Society Program at the Aspen Institute focuses on:

• Convening and catalyzing discussions on the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of religion, culture, and justice1
• Building capacity of faith-based leaders
• Galvanizing philanthropic investment through the Religious Pluralism Funder's Circle
• Serving as a national knowledge hub through scholarship
• Creating and amplifying connections through the Powering Pluralism Network1

Previous Experience

Before joining the Aspen Institute, Josh Good had experience in:

• Overseeing grants to faith-based and other partner organizations promoting work, sound economics, and free enterprise principles4
• Leading the Faith Angle Forum, which works to improve media coverage of religion and its effects on public life2

Networking and Outreach

Josh Good is active in promoting dialogue and understanding across different faith traditions and worldviews. He participates in discussions on civic pluralism and the role of faith in addressing societal challenges, particularly during election years.3