Humaine Colab is an initiative of AI Consensus, a student-led initiative that has hosted events in over 8 countries and is sponsored by The Archewell Foundation, Omidyar Network, and Pivotal Ventures.

Humaine Colab emerged from recognizing that while AI has transformative potential, it often evokes more frustration and fear than empowerment. Recognizing that AI will significantly shape our future, we believe it’s essential for youth to actively participate in guiding its development.

We focus on Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI), an approach that aligns AI systems with human needs, experiences, and values. This means creating systems designed to enhance human potential, foster intuitive interactions, and cultivate trust through transparency, inclusivity, and accountability.

We bring together students, researchers, and professionals to explore the nuanced relationship between humans and AI through thoughtful dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration. By integrating diverse perspectives into AI design and governance, we work to address biases, manage ethical risks, and ensure AI becomes a positive, equitable force for social good.

Our goal is to empower people to actively participate in defining AI’s future - not as passive users, but as co-creators of technology that works for, not against, humanity.