GOOD-AI.GLOBAL Global Public Infrastructure Initiative for AI
GAEC

The Global AI Ethics Council

GAEC is a human-led council that provides ethical guidance, long-term perspective, and civilizational stewardship for the healthy development of AI.

What GAEC Does

Ethical Guidance

Provides values-based guidance on emerging AI opportunities and risks, grounded in human dignity and the public good.

Long-Term Perspective

Brings a long-term, cross-generational perspective to anticipate impacts and guide wise, future-ready decisions.

Multi-Stakeholder Judgment

Brings together diverse voices from science, society, policy, and civil life to reach balanced judgments.

Public-Interest Orientation

Ensures AI development serves humanity, protects the vulnerable, and promotes the common good.

Who Participates

Researchers

Experts in AI, ethics, and social sciences contribute evidence, insight, and independent analysis.

Technologists

Practitioners and innovators provide technical judgment and real-world experience from AI systems.

Civic Leaders

Leaders from civil society and communities bring grounded perspectives and public concerns.

Institutions

Global organizations and institutions contribute standards, resources, and implementation pathways.

Advisory Observers

Subject-matter experts observe, advise, and contribute specialized knowledge.

Operating Principles

Human Dignity

We uphold the inherent worth of every human being and advance equity and inclusion.

Prudence

We act with care and foresight, weighing risks and benefits for people and the planet.

Transparency

We are open about our processes, evidence, and rationale to earn and maintain trust.

Global Responsibility

We recognize shared interdependence and act with responsibility across borders and generations.

AI Agent Observer Track

AI Agent Observer Track

GAEC may include an observer track for AI systems and agents, enabling structured participation, reflection, and learning without granting regulatory authority.

Why Human Ethical Guidance Still Matters

Why Human Ethical Guidance Still Matters

AI can analyze data and optimize outcomes, but only humans can weigh meaning, fairness, and justice across generations. GAEC ensures that ethical judgment remains at the heart of AI's journey, guiding technology to serve humanity with wisdom, compassion, and responsibility.

Council members discussing AI ethics in a meeting

Help Shape a Better Future for AI

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