“If not us, who?”: Shaping AI for Human Flourishing

​Compassion 2.0 | Human + Tech Week IEEE Global Artificial Intelligence Systems (AIS) Flourishing Initiative

​This session will use backcasting, intentionally guiding the development and use of AI toward a future where humans "live their best lives".

• ​The AI Landscape and the Call to Action: A deep-dive into the current state of AI and the imperative for active, human-centered shaping. We'll explore the immediate and long-term impacts of AI on flourishing—including mental, social, and economic well-being.

• ​Defining Human Flourishing in the Age of AI: Establish a shared understanding of what "flourishing" means in a technology-saturated world. Learn key ethical frameworks and design principles that prioritize human potential over pure efficiency.

• ​Practical Tools for Intentional Design: Introduce concrete strategies and actionable steps you can take today—whether you are a developer, designer, policy-maker, or user—to advocate for and implement AI systems that enhance human capabilities and connection.

• ​Co-Creating the Future: An interactive discussion and brainstorming session focused on developing shared commitments and a path forward for ensuring the next wave of AI is built for collective good.

​Hosted by Iliana Grosse-Buening, Tamara Lechner and Maya Zuckerman