
This journey reflects both the development of the platform and the growing global engagement it is generating.
Explore what’s coming next, what is unfolding now, and how we got here.
How do we help individuals and institutions strengthen human judgment, leadership, and capability as artificial intelligence becomes embedded in everyday work and decision-making?
This upcoming activation will bring together educators, practitioners, learners, and organizational leaders to explore human-centered approaches to AI adoption, workforce transformation, lifelong learning, and the future of education.
Building on the AI for Humanity platform and global contributor network, the experience will create opportunities for dialogue, experimentation, and shared learning across sectors.

ISDC 2026 | International Space Development Conference
AI & Space | ISDC 2026
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming the foundation of humanity’s next leap into space. This track explores how AI is transforming mission design, spacecraft autonomy, space manufacturing, planetary science, and the economics of the new space age. From accelerating discovery to enabling resilient off-world habitats, AI is emerging as a critical partner in humanity’s journey beyond
On June 4, 2026, AI for Humanity was featured in the inaugural AI & Space Track at the National Space Society's International Space Development Conference (ISDC 2026).
Presented by Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, "AI in Space: Human-Centered AI, Storytelling & the Next Frontier" explored how human-centered AI frameworks, knowledge ecosystems, and narrative tools can help expand understanding, strengthen trust, and support responsible innovation across the emerging space economy.
The session brought together scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, educators, AI practitioners, and space leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can enhance human capability while preserving human judgment, governance, and participation.

On May 7, Gamma and AI for Humanity co-hosted a live, co-created evening in San Francisco highlighting human-centered AI storytelling, design, and collaboration. The gathering explored what AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact looks like in practice, bringing together leaders across ethics, innovation, and social impact to share concrete frameworks and real-world use cases while celebrating the launch of Version 1 of the platform and anthology.
A member update sharing the current state of AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact, including chapter readiness, live platform access, and next steps for publishing and community activation.

As part of the AI for Humanity conversation on ethics and human‑centered outcomes, Liz Ngonzi spotlights Matthew Guggemos’s work with Rush University Medical Center to decode infant cries in the NICU using AI, illustrating the platform’s focus on protecting vulnerable populations. - -

Matthew Guggemos in partnership with Rush University Medical Center has launched a clinical study to decode infant cries in the NICU using AI | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi
This is what becomes possible when human expertise and ethical AI converge to protect the most vulnerable. My friend and collaborator Matthew Guggemos, founder of iTherapy LLC, fellow Board Member of the American Society for AI, and an author and platform contributor to our AI for Humanity: Human-centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact, has launched a clinical study in partnership with Rush University Medical Center to decode infant cries in the NICU using AI. Newborns in intensive care
A LinkedIn reflection celebrates the women authors of AI for Humanity, spotlighting their contributions to the anthology and connecting them to decades of work in digital innovation and women’s leadership for International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month.
#internationalwomensday #iwd2026 #aiforhumanity #womeninai #givetogain | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi | 12 comments
As we approach International Women’s Day and recognize Women’s History Month, I’m reflecting on a journey that began in the early 1990s at Digital Equipment Corporation, where I started my career in aerospace marketing as one of only two women in our unit. Today, I look at the extraordinary women shaping 𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭, our AI-powered global anthology and public-benefit platform, and
A LinkedIn reflection shares that AI for Humanity: Human‑Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact was formally launched at an intimate New York dinner, gathering cross‑sector leaders to explore how the anthology and platform can advance human‑centered AI in practice.

New York Launch Dinner of AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi
Last night, we gathered 20 leaders across academia, technology, policy, finance, philanthropy, and civic life for the New York launch dinner of AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact. Thank you to the American Society for AI and to Rei Llazani for hosting the evening so generously. The spirit in the room reflected ASFAI’s founding belief: when good people come together, good things happen. Looking around the tables, I was deeply moved by the convergence of minds
An Amalfi rooftop gathering in New York brings together leaders from academia, civic life, education, philanthropy, investment, and AI product development to extend the Davos launch of AI for Humanity and demonstrate human‑guided AI in practice. A dedicated dinner page captures the evening’s context, guest profiles, and how insights from the room feed back into the evolving AI for Humanity platform.

Posts from attendees and their organizations highlight the New York launch dinner, affirming AI for Humanity as a space for interdisciplinary, responsible AI collaboration and signaling momentum for the initiative.
The Elie Wiesel Foundation | Our Executive Director, LizAnn Rogovoy Eisen, was honored to join the New York launch dinner for AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact.
Our Executive Director, LizAnn Rogovoy Eisen, was honored to join the New York launch dinner for AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact. As conversations around artificial intelligence accelerate, it is essential to center our thinking on humanity, ethics, and responsibility. We are grateful to be part of this important dialogue as we reflect on the future of technology and its impact on society. Thank you to Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, the American Society for AI and
Pascal Vallet | I was deeply honored to join the American Society for AI (ASFAI) this past Friday evening for the launch of AI for Humanity. Sitting alongside such mindful leaders was an exceptional opportunity.
I was deeply honored to join the American Society for AI (ASFAI) this past Friday evening for the launch of AI for Humanity. Sitting alongside such mindful leaders was an exceptional opportunity. The convergence of minds across technology, policy, and civic life underscored a vital shared goal: ensuring that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence are intentionally guided to uplift humanity in a positive, ethical way. It was profoundly meaningful to represent the K-12 education voice in th
Dr. Sherry McAllister | It was an was an honor to join an evening where Adjusted Intelligence for whole-being care wasn’t just discussed but felt as part of the shared commitment to human-centered solutions.
It was an was an honor to join an evening where Adjusted Intelligence for whole-being care wasn’t just discussed but felt as part of the shared commitment to human-centered solutions. Huge gratitude to the incredible leaders of American Society for Artificial Intelligence whose vision made this possible: • Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi Ngonzi — human-centered AI strategist, ASFAI Board Member, and Editor-in-Chief of AI for Humanity — for bringing ethical clarity and purpose to every conversation.
A LinkedIn update explains how AI for Humanity: Human‑Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact is already being used as a living, human‑guided platform in real‑world education, governance, and workforce settings, framing AI adoption as a leadership, governance, and fiduciary decision rather than just a technology choice.

AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Ethics and Education have been our focus in February. Policy, Regulation, and Legislation, and Finance, Technology, and Investments are next. With recent developments strengthening both sections, I’ll be sharing those pillars shortly. In the meantime, what matters most: Last June, as the chapters were coming in, we shared an early structural update with American Society for AI. Today, AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact is already being used in real-world lea
A curated LinkedIn series brings each AI for Humanity pillar to life, with contributors showing how Ethics, Education & Workforce Transformation, Policy & Regulation, and Financial and Technological Innovation translate into real‑world practice through their chapters.

Education & Workforce Transformation Pillar | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi
𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 was never intended to be a static book. Developed as a public benefit initiative by members of the American Society for AI (ASFAI), it is designed as a living, interactive anthology shaped over time by the people it is meant to serve. This is a resource for leaders, educators, and practitioners seeking practical guidance on applying AI responsibly. As we continue spotl

Second Pillar Spotlight: Part 2 - Education & Workforce Transformation | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi
𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 developed as a public benefit by distinguished members of the American Society for AI (ASFAI). It grows as people bring real-world questions, experiences, and use cases into conversation, shaping a living ecosystem where AI strengthens human judgment rather than replaces it. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬

Manas Talukdar | Part 3: Policy, Regulation & Legislation
Happy to share my contribution to "AI for Humanity" - a global anthology combining human expertise with AI tools to advance ethical, human-centered innovation. My chapter, "Reskilling the Workforce for an AI-Driven Economy," tackles one of our generation's defining challenges: How do we ensure technological progress uplifts people rather than leaving them behind? What's inside: - An interdisciplinary roadmap for workforce transformation - Real-world use cases spanning healthcare, finance, log

Gary Riccio, Ph.D. | Developing AI with a Moral Frame
Our best and brightest are starting to get it. Generative #AI are not simply tools. They are capabilities that users develop the same way individuals develop each other within teams and societies. To the extent users don't develop AI purposefully within a #moral frame, they will fall back on the moral frame or lack thereof used by others who developed a specific AI agent or the databases generally available to AI. Use of generative AI should be considered more like #personnel development (e.g.

Supercharging Creativity | Where the Internet Lives | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi
Honored to celebrate my friend, fellow American Society for AI (ASFAI) board member, TIME100 AI innovator, and an AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact author Willonius Hatcher, who was just featured in this powerful new video from Google. His work sits at the intersection of culture, courage, and radical imagination in AI. In our anthology, his chapter “Digital Decolonization: How AI is Finally Giving Marginalized Students Their Voice Back” challenges educators

Cristina Leira, PhD | The Ethical Foundation of AI for Humanity: The Anthology
Thank you, Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, for spotlighting the Ethics chapters, and thank you to the American Society for AI for the opportunity to contribute to AI for Humanity. I’m especially grateful to Jennifer Rochlis, Ph.D., for co-authoring our chapter: “Echoes in the Machine: How AI Reflects and Reshapes Us.” One line that anchors it: AI doesn’t just mirror us. It can train us. So the ethical question becomes: are we building systems that expand human agency, or quietly narrow it? Honored to

Jennifer Rochlis, Ph.D. | Ethics in AI Development: Human Responsibility and Consequences
If we’re serious about ethical AI, we have to look at how the systems we build shape how we think, decide, and relate. AI for Humanity examines human responsibility and its consequences with clarity and depth. Incredibly fortunate to co-author “Echoes in the Machine” with Cristina Leira, PhD.

Jayeeta Putatunda | Responsible Evaluation of AI in AI for Humanity anthology
Excited to share that I've contributed a chapter to 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, a living anthology from the American Society for AI (#ASFAI) that launched at 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗼𝘀 last week. 𝗠𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Daniela M. and I co-authored "𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 (𝗥𝗘𝘃𝗗): 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗜'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁" for 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟭: 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 & 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗜. It tackles something I think about a lot in my day-to-day wor

Dr. Sherry McAllister | Human-Centered AI Strategies for Impact and Innovation
Proud to share and contribute to AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact with American Society for AI What resonates most deeply for me about this project is its orientation: AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as a collaborator that strengthens it. This is especially critical in health, education, leadership, and care-centered systems—where discernment, context, and relationship matter. My chapter, Adjusted Intelligence, explores what it looks like to al

Ethics & Responsible AI Pillar
𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 is a global anthology and interactive platform developed by distinguished members of the American Society for AI (ASFAI). It grows as people bring real-world questions and use cases into conversation, shaping a living ecosystem where AI strengthens human judgment rather than replacing it. Earlier this week, we opened our Ethics & Responsible AI pillar with chapter summa

Ethical AI Strategies for Humanity and Innovation | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi posted on the topic | LinkedIn
𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 is a global anthology and interactive platform, developed in collaboration with distinguished members of the American Society for AI (ASFAI), that grows as people like you share real-world questions and use cases—shaping a living ecosystem where AI strengthens human judgment rather than replacing it. Today we begin our first AI for Humanity Pillar Spotlight with Part 1

AI for Humanity Pillar Spotlights
In January at Davos, we launched Phase Zero of 𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭, a public-benefit platform developed under the auspices of the American Society for AI (ASFAI), listening first and inviting leaders, educators, policymakers, professionals, and families to share what you most need from a human-centered AI resource. Starting this week, we begin releasing the heart of the platform: the four

AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Anthology with Rei Llazani & Team | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi posted on the topic | LinkedIn
AI for Humanity began with 39 authors who trusted a bold idea – that a living, human-centered anthology could show what ethical AI looks like in practice. Their chapters are written and ready, and they remain the heart of this platform. Today, I also want to recognize the humans who went beyond the page – starting with Rei Llazani, whose vision for the American Society for AI and belief that “when good people come together, good things happen” gave us the container for this work – and my partne
AI for Humanity begins with 39 authors who trust a bold idea that a living, human‑centered anthology and platform can help leaders navigate ethics, governance, workforce transformation, and innovation in an AI‑accelerated world.

Phase Zero of AI for Humanity | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi
Phase Zero of AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact continues. Last week at Davos, the American Society for AI (ASFAI) introduced the leadership and vision behind this living anthology and platform. Today we are opening up the four core parts that 35+ contributors are building together, so you can see exactly where your own questions and work fit in. 𝑨𝑰 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅 𝒂𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒅𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒊
A LinkedIn reflection from Davos 2026 introduces Phase Zero of AI for Humanity as a live, human‑guided experiment in translating global AI conversations into structured insight, frameworks, and a scalable platform.

AI for Humanity: Launching Human‑Centered AI at Davos 2026 | Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi | 21 comments
American Society for AI (ASFAI) is at Davos this week, alongside partners and peers who are committed to ensuring AI works together for everyone. Today we are introducing Phase Zero of AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact, a living anthology and platform developed with ASFAI to co-create what human-centered AI leadership should look like in practice. We were honored to launch it at Goals House Davos in the presence of Dr. Hossein Rahnama, Distinguished Member o
ASFAI launches AI for Humanity at Davos 2026, positioning the anthology and platform as a way to move beyond hype toward human‑centered AI that strengthens institutions, communities, and shared governance.
LinkedIn posts from early contributors and partners express gratitude for joining AI for Humanity, affirm the need for a human‑centered AI anthology and platform, and signal growing momentum for the initiative.
Daniela M. | 𝖦𝗋𝖺𝗍𝖾𝖿𝗎𝗅 𝗍𝗈 𝖻𝖾 𝖺 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿 𝗂𝗇 𝘈𝘐 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘏𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺
📘 𝖦𝗋𝖺𝗍𝖾𝖿𝗎𝗅 𝗍𝗈 𝖻𝖾 𝖺 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿 𝗂𝗇 𝘈𝘐 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘏𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝖺 𝗅𝗂𝗏𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝖺𝗇𝗍𝗁𝗈𝗅𝗈𝗀𝗒 𝗅𝖺𝗎𝗇𝖼𝗁𝖾𝖽 𝖻𝗒 the American Society for AI 𝗍𝗁𝖺𝗍 𝖻𝗋𝗂𝗇𝗀𝗌 𝗍𝗈𝗀𝖾𝗍𝗁𝖾𝗋 𝗉𝗋𝖺𝖼𝗍𝗂𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇𝖾𝗋𝗌, 𝗋𝖾𝗌𝖾𝖺𝗋𝖼𝗁𝖾𝗋𝗌, 𝖺𝗇𝖽 𝗉𝗈𝗅𝗂𝖼𝗒𝗆𝖺𝗄𝖾𝗋𝗌 𝗐𝗈𝗋𝗄𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝗈𝗇 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝗋𝖾𝗌𝗉𝗈𝗇𝗌𝗂𝖻𝗅𝖾 𝖽𝖾𝗏𝖾𝗅𝗈𝗉𝗆𝖾𝗇𝗍 𝖺𝗇𝖽 𝖽𝖾𝗉𝗅𝗈𝗒𝗆𝖾𝗇𝗍 𝗈𝖿 𝖠𝖨. ✍️ 𝖬𝗒 𝖼𝗁𝖺𝗉𝗍𝖾𝗋 𝗐𝗂𝗍𝗁 Jayeeta Putatunda 𝗈𝗇 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯
Nick Harauz | I'm honored to contribute to AI for Humanity alongside 35+ incredible minds tackling the hardest questions about our AI accelerated future. Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi and the ASFAI team have built… |
I'm honored to contribute to AI for Humanity alongside 35+ incredible minds tackling the hardest questions about our AI accelerated future. Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi and the ASFAI team have built something beautiful; a framework that puts human dignity at the center of technological advancement, not as an afterthought. The Education & Workforce Transformation section speaks directly to the questions I explore in my work: how do we preserve creativity, critical thinking, and authentic expression a
Cristina Leira, PhD | Honored to contribute to AI for Humanity, an ASFAI project bringing together diverse voices committed to human-centered AI. This anthology reflects the kind of conversations I believe we need right… |
Honored to contribute to AI for Humanity, an ASFAI project bringing together diverse voices committed to human-centered AI. This anthology reflects the kind of conversations I believe we need right now, grounded in ethics, culture, education, and real human impact.
Keith Pijanowski | Built by Humans with AI, About AI, For Humanity
It was a pleasure working with Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi on this project for the American Society for AI. Not only did I get to contribute a chapter, but as the book's editor, I was the first to read every chapter. (Good thing I like to get up at 5 AM every morning.) My biggest impression was the breadth of knowledge in these chapters - we have authors from finance, media, health care, technology, government, and even a few entrepreneurs. If you want to understand the full impact AI will have, th
The International Social Impact Institute® | Built by Humans with AI, About AI, For Humanity
AI for Humanity is more than a publication – it is a living anthology and platform designed and built by The International Social Impact Institute® in collaboration with the American Society for AI. We are proud of our Founder and CEO, Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, who originated and architected AI for Humanity using The ISII’s 1+1+AI=10 and SHINE frameworks, and of the partners and authors who helped bring this human centered, AI powered experience to life. Explore Liz’s post to meet the humans beh
Here’s how AI for Humanity moved from a February 2025 proposal to a global, multi‑author anthology and living platform by the Davos 2026 launch, using human judgment and AI as an amplifier to compress a traditionally 18‑month publishing timeline into 11 months of focused collaboration, platform design, and partnership cultivation.
December 18
Hosted a stakeholder call to agree on next steps, confirming shared priorities for scaling AI for Humanity as a living platform.

December 13
Delivered a virtual progress update for ASFAI members in San Francisco, reviewing impact to date and options for future activation.

August 15
Received final chapters for Phase 1, began editing and platform build, and translated contributor insights into the first AI for Humanity experience.

August 1
Updated authors and welcomed new contributors, carefully balancing new voices with the existing structure and themes.

June 28
Shared a member update and aligned on direction, incorporating feedback from ASFAI leaders and early advisors.

April 26
Hosted office hours for authors to refine chapter focus, strengthen rigor, and build cohesion across the anthology.

March 8
Launched the initiative and invited contributors, with clear guidance to ensure diverse, complementary perspectives across sectors.

February 1
Proposed AI for Humanity to the ASFAI Board, aligning the initiative with the organization’s mission and governance priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions About AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact
General What is AI for Humanity? AI for Humanity is a living, evolving anthology and interactive platform that combines human expertise with AI tools to explore practical, human centered innovation across four domains: Ethics, Education, Policy and Finance. How is content released? Chapters are rolling out over time so people can go deeper into each domain. Because the anthology is digital first and living, content can be refined, expanded and connected to new examples instead of becoming frozen at the moment of print. How is AI used in AI for Humanity? AI is used as a support tool, not a replacement for people. It helps organize content, power interactive experiences and make expert ideas easier to explore, while humans provide the judgment, editorial oversight and final decisions. Can I trust the information and data practices on this platform? Public experiences are grounded in reviewed anthology content and related ASFAI sources, and the platform is designed to use AI in a constrained, transparent way, with clear attribution and attention to privacy and data protection. For Leaders How can decision makers use this? You can explore insights on strategy, governance and trust to build fairer, more resilient systems, using frameworks such as the 1+1+AI=10 methodology and the SHINE storytelling framework to guide human centered AI decisions. How can AI for Humanity help my organization build shared understanding and urgency about AI? The platform offers stories, frameworks and ready to use materials you can share with boards, teams and partners to move from scattered awareness to a shared, practical conversation about how AI will affect strategy, operations and culture. Does AI for Humanity offer pilots or partnership opportunities? Yes. The initiative is exploring pilots and collaborations with institutions that want to test human in the loop, values aligned AI practices in real settings, including governance, workforce development and education. For Professionals How does this help with career shifts and new skills? The platform offers case studies, practical tools and real world examples that focus on workforce transformation, continuous learning and AI readiness, helping you adapt your skills and see where new roles and opportunities are emerging. Can I apply these ideas inside my team or company? Yes. Many chapters include concrete frameworks, questions and examples you can use in workshops, strategy sessions and training to guide responsible use of AI in your day to day work. For Students and Educators How can this be used in education? AI for Humanity provides real world examples, reflective questions and multimodal formats such as video, podcast and interactive chat that educators can use to help learners understand AI’s impact on learning, work and society. Can this help my school community develop a shared view on AI? Yes. The anthology and platform can support staff meetings, classes and family conversations by offering clear stories, frameworks and discussion prompts that make AI concrete and relevant to your own context. Are there opportunities for school based pilots? AI for Humanity is exploring partnerships with schools and education organizations that want to pilot human in the loop, ethically grounded AI approaches in areas such as teaching, assessment and workload reduction. For Community and Family Do I need a technical background? No. You do not need a technical background to use AI for Humanity. The platform is designed to offer clear explanations, stories and tools that help anyone understand how AI is shaping everyday life and wellbeing. Where can I find plain language materials to share with my community? Alongside chapters, AI for Humanity is adding simple explainers, case studies and conversational tools that help people understand what AI is, how data is used and where they can ask questions or raise concerns, all in accessible language. How can I use this to start conversations with family or neighbors? You can share short chapters, videos, podcasts or chat experiences as a starting point, then use the discussion questions and examples to talk about where AI already shows up in daily life and what choices you want to make together.
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AI for Humanity: Human-Centered Strategies for Innovation and Impact brings together distinguished members of the American Society for AI (ASFAI) and was initiated prior to Davos 2026 as a global anthology and human-guided platform, with Davos serving as its first public activation. The first reflection in this series was shared from Davos, where select conversations and convenings informed Phase Zero of the platform’s evolution.