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Short Summary:
An introduction to the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in humanitarian work, focusing on human oversight, responsible decision-making, and how to identify and mitigate ethical risks when using AI tools.
Course short name:

ethicalai
Course support email: digitallearning@savethechildren.org.uk
Course rating: 5.0(2)
Hide course from catalogue: No
Topic: Humanitarian Essentials, Management Essentials, Programmatic Support
Management Essentials: Innovation, Project management
Safety and Security:
Programmatic Support: Coordination, Information management and technology, Logistics, Monitoring and evaluation, Programme design, Quality and governance
Technical Sectors:
Humanitarian Essentials: Principles, practices and standards
Language: English
Format: Online self-directed
Provider: Humanitarian Leadership Academy
Region: Global
Compatibility: Offline, Tablet

 

Welcome to an Introduction to Ethical AI Decision-Making in Humanitarian Work.

This module from the Humanitarian Leadership Academy and Data Friendly Space has been produced as an output from the 2025/26 joint global research on how humanitarians are using artificial intelligence (AI). You’ll be guided through humanitarian practitioner scenarios, AI use cases, and ethical decision-making processes.

         

Learning outcomes

  •  Is this course for me?

    This course is designed for learners working in the humanitarian sector who want to better understand how AI tools can be used responsibly in their work. The module introduces human-in-the-loop approaches and ethical decision-making processes and is suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • How will I benefit from this course?

    By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

    ●    Understand key principles, including data minimization and purpose limitation; do not endanger; human oversight and accountability; inclusion and non-discrimination; informed consent; and preservation of humanitarian principles, neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
    ●    Recognise some of the unintentional negative effects 
    ●    Describe how to avoid and mitigate ethical risks in using AI tools in humanitarian work
    ●    Demonstrate how to plan AI-supported processes

  • How long will it take?

    It should take you about 20 minutes to complete the course.

    It's up to you whether you complete it in a single sitting or spread it out over several sessions. If you do choose to spread it over a number of sessions, the course will automatically record your progress, and you will be able to resume where you left off.

  • How much does it cost?

    This course is free!

  • Will I get a certificate?

    Yes – you will be able to download a certificate after completing all modules.

  • How do I start?

    Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the “I agree - Join course” button to begin. This will take you through to the course content. You don't need to complete the course in one go - you can always continue later from where you left off.

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Dates

Start date: 13/05/26
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