I am the author or co-author of four books, including Affluenza, my international best-seller. READ ON
Since 1977, I have produced more than 40 documentaries, and dozens of shorter news stories and films. READ ON
I've written dozens of articles for such publications as The Progressive, The Nation, The New York Times and many others. READ ON
“John is a tireless and brilliant voice for work that fits the modern work force.”
I've been an invited and keynote speaker for dozens of conferences all over the world — Canada, Dubai, Brazil, the UK and various US venues — and at more than a hundred universities. LEARN MORE
Since my early years as a VISTA Volunteer and an anti-Vietnam War spokesperson, I've been active in numerous campaigns for social change. LEARN MORE
“John de Graaf is one of the Good Guys in our world, always right there with the next important, life-affirming idea. ”
“John de Graaf not only has provided powerful analyses of the ills that plague contemporary societies and their citizens, but has been a prophet for a better, grander vision of what it means to be human. He has been a persistent champion of human happiness—a happiness founded on genuine human relationships rather than the idols of consumer culture.”