About the Informal Humanitarian & Development AI Discussion category

Welcome to Your Safe Space for Sharing and Collaboration


About This Space

This forum is a dedicated safe haven for professionals, practitioners, and enthusiasts involved in the intersection of artificial intelligence and humanitarian work. Whether you’re working on an innovative project, seeking collaboration, or simply wish to continue conversations beyond our hangouts, this is the place for you.

What Can You Do Here?

  • Share Your Projects: Tell us about the AI initiatives you’re working on in the humanitarian and development sectors. Share your goals, progress, challenges, and successes.
  • Continue the Conversation: Extend discussions from our informal hangouts. Dive deeper into topics that interest you and explore new ideas with the community.
  • Connect with Peers: If you’re open to collaboration or networking, feel free to share your contact details. Engage with like-minded individuals who share your passion.
  • Seek and Offer Support: Ask questions, seek advice, or provide insights to others. Let’s help each other navigate the complexities of implementing AI for good.

Guidelines to Foster a Safe and Supportive Environment

  • Respect and Inclusivity: Please interact with kindness and consideration. Respect diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
  • Confidentiality: Be mindful of sharing sensitive or proprietary information. Only post details that you’re comfortable making public.
  • Constructive Engagement: Provide helpful feedback and engage in meaningful discussions. Aim to build each other up.
  • No Promotions: While we encourage sharing projects, please avoid overt self-promotion or commercial advertising.

How to Participate

  1. Introduce Yourself
  • Start a new post or comment introducing who you are, your background, and your interests in AI and humanitarian work.
  1. Share Your Work
  • Create a post about your current projects. Include details like objectives, challenges faced, and any support you might need.
  1. Engage with Others
  • Comment on posts, ask questions, and offer your expertise to others in the community.
  1. Share Contact Details (Optional)
  • If you wish to connect outside the forum, you can share your contact information in your post or via private messages.

Safety and Moderation

  • Moderated Space: Our moderators are here to ensure this remains a safe and productive environment. If you encounter any issues, please reach out.
  • Privacy First: Remember that this is a public forum. Protect your privacy and that of others by not sharing personal or sensitive information without consent.

Stay Connected

  • Upcoming Hangouts: Keep an eye on announcements for future informal hangouts and events.
  • Community Growth: Invite colleagues who might benefit from or contribute to our community.

We Value Your Participation

Your experiences and insights enrich this community. By sharing and collaborating, we can collectively enhance the impact of AI in humanitarian and development efforts.