New initiative for responsible AI within civil society

Friday, September 6, 2024

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into our society, the need to ensure responsible and ethical use of this technology has become increasingly apparent. Civil society, which plays a central role in shaping and upholding social values, now faces the challenge of navigating this rapid development. To address these needs, the Civil Society Forum for Responsible AI has been established as a new initiative.

Members of the Civil Society Forum for Responsible AI

The forum aims to bring together representatives from various parts of civil society to jointly develop guidelines and best practices for AI use within the sector. By combining the expertise and experiences of the 12 selected participants, the forum aims to address the specific challenges and opportunities that civil society faces concerning AI technology.

A collage of portraits of 12 representatives in black and white

Mia Ahlgren, Funktionsrätt Sverige
Klara Sahleström, Fremia
Elisabet Borg, RF-SISU
Martin Tägtström, Röda Korset
Max Horttanainen, Consultant, civil society sector
Rebecca Vinthagen, Ideell Arena

Jeremija Isakovic, Nod Sverige
Samuel Somo, NBV
Moa Marklund, Bris
Maria Jacobson, Antidiskrimineringsbyrån Väst
Anna Eklöf, Barncancerfonden
Alireza Malakuti, Rädda Barnen

The forum will meet on six occasions during the fall of 2024 and spring of 2025, where participants will collectively explore and discuss the key challenges surrounding AI in civil society. Through a collaborative approach, participants will:

Identify current challenges and opportunities faced by civil society.
Develop guidelines that promote sustainability, collaboration, and sound operational principles related to AI.
Share experiences and identify best practices to strengthen civil society's collective work with AI.
Create a final document with guidelines and best practices that can serve as guidance for the entire sector.

"AI has enormous potential, but with this potential comes great responsibility. We are launching this forum to ensure that civil society can benefit from AI in a way that promotes sustainability, collaboration, and ethical business."

Carl Makai Norling
Impact Initiative Developer at AI Sweden.

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For questions, contact Carl.