“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
This week is hosted by DrawBridge at 2 Embarcadero Center. For nearly 40 years, DrawBridge has brought free, trauma-informed expressive arts programs to children across the Bay Area — many experiencing housing instability — meeting kids where they are and staying long enough to matter. We are guests in their home. drawbridge.org