Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the systems that shape our world. While its potential is immense, so are its risks, especially if innovation continues to outpace governance and oversight. Ensuring that AI serves humanity requires rigorous testing, strong regulatory frameworks, and transparent evaluation. Yet, Black voices remain deeply underrepresented in conversations about AI safety, governance, and the future of technology.

We need more of us in the room, not just as users or observers, but as researchers, policymakers, engineers, and thinkers shaping how AI aligns with human values, equity, and justice. Our lived experiences bring essential perspectives to the questions of who AI serves, how it’s governed, and what a safe, inclusive technological future looks like.

Read more about our call to action!